Plant Propagation

Tomatoes are the most popular plant grown in home vegetable gardens. Growing a good crop of tomatoes starts with a few key practices: Read our guide to growing tomatoes in a home garden for more details. In Maryland, tomato plants are susceptible to several diseases, pests, and, at times, unfavorable weather conditions that can disrupt … Read more

Apple trees are susceptible to a range of pests and diseases that can damage their leaves. Holes chewed in apple leaves are one of the most common symptoms of these problems. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover the various causes of holes in apple leaves, how to identify the culprits, plus effective prevention and treatment … Read more

We want to plant an orchard this fall, but it is difficult to find trees for that time of year. There is a lot of information about planting trees in spring. What is a good time to plant an orchard in the fall? If youre going to plant fruit trees in the fall, wait until … Read more

Despite both fleas and springtails possessing the ability to jump, there are many important differences between these two insects that will help to identify if you are dealing with a springtail or a flea. Fleas are small, wingless insects and are reddish-brown in color. They are compressed (flattened) from the top to the bottom of … Read more

Hanging baskets add long-lasting colour, height and interest to patios, doorways and balconies. The best plants for hanging baskets are tender perennials and annuals that have been bred to flower for a long time, providing a splash of colour all summer long. Include a mix of upright and trailing plants for a generous, blowsy look. … Read more

Yellow caterpillars with black stripes are a common sight in gardens and backyards across North America. These brightly colored insects are the larvae of various butterfly and moth species. Identifying the different types of yellow and black striped caterpillars can be done by looking closely at their distinctive markings, host plants, and stinging hairs or … Read more

First off, congratulations on realizing that you can grow your own loofah sponge. Most people think they grow in the ocean alongside other sponges, like Mr. SquarePants. Growing loofah is easy in warm climates, but with this guide Ill show you that you can grow your own luffa sponge almost anywhere. As a matter of … Read more

String of pearls (Curio rowleyanus) is one of the prettiest houseplants you can grow. This succulent is known for its round, beadlike leaves and long, trailing stems that make it an excellent hanging plant. Like its relative string of bananas, you can propagate string of pearls from stem cuttings in a few different ways: by … Read more

Spider plants with their graceful arching leaves and trailing baby plantlets are a common houseplant found in many homes. But did you know these plants grow naturally in the wilderness too? Understanding the native habitat of spider plants provides fascinating insights into their ideal growing conditions and adaptations for survival. In this article, we’ll take … Read more

Magnolia seeds are a bright red surprise in the fall garden. But more than just adding beauty, you can grow them into new trees. Heres how to do it. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. After the flowers are long gone from your … Read more