Due to the good drainage conditions in pots, bougainvillea grows well and can flower for many years with proper care. Use a potting mix that is 80 percent compost and 20 percent grit to guarantee proper drainage when planting bougainvillea in clay, terracotta, or ceramic pots that are at least 12 inches across. Put the …
Money tree root rot brought on by excessive irrigation or poor lighting is frequently the cause of yellowing foliage. Money trees require bright light and prefer the top 2 inches of the soil to dry out between waterings. The leaves of the money tree turn yellow and fall off if it receives too much shade …
As long as the pot is big enough and has drainage holes in the base, herbs can thrive in any container. However, certain pots work better than others for growing herbs. The ideal containers for growing herbs are those made of ceramic or terracotta. Twelve-inch-wide ceramic and terracotta pots do not dry out as quickly …
Overwatering, poorly draining soils, and a lack of oxygen around the roots are the causes of orchid death. The top inch of the growing medium must dry out between waterings for orchids. Orchids that have constantly wet soil get root rot, and their leaves turn yellow and wither away. In addition to bright, indirect light, …
If hibiscus receives excessive shade, is drought-stressed, or is extensively clipped in late spring, it will not bloom. With fewer flowers produced by hibiscus due to excessive nitrogen fertilization, flowering is also inhibited by excessive phosphorus fertilization. Summer is the blooming season for hibiscus. Continue reading to find out why and how to encourage flowers …
If basil hasn’t been clipped, it will bloom in the summer in either purple or white. Basil is still edible when it blooms, but the flavor is frequently softer or even harsh. Trim the top leaves of the basil plant every two to three weeks throughout the summer to stop it from blossoming. Table of …
Brown leaves of peace lilies may be caused by temperature changes, sunburn, and dried soil as a result of underwatering. Low humidity causes the peace lily to lose too much moisture from the leaves, which causes the leaf tips to turn brown. most typical causes of browning peace lily leaves. The leaf tips turn brown …
As long as they are on soil that retains moisture and have regular mulching to help with water retention, hydrangeas can flourish in full sun. Varieties of the Hydrangea paniculata species have been developed to thrive in full sunlight and give a stunning flower show. During the hottest days of summer, hydrangeas in full sun …
It usually happens when a fern drowns or the humidity is too low, which dehydrates the leaves and causes them to become brown and crispy. To prevent the leaves from turning brown and dying, indoor ferns need soil that is continually moist, and they like a humidity level of 50%. The majority of indoor ferns, …
Low humidity and underwatering are the two most frequent causes of browning fern leaves. Indoor humidity is normally around 10%, which causes the leaves to lose water and turn brown and crispy at the tips. Ferns prefer a humidity of 40%. Most frequent causes of ferns becoming brown include: Causes: The cause of browning fern …