How to Water Lemon Trees

Lemon trees are sensitive to over watering, so water your lemon tree only when the top two inches of the soil have dried out and then soak your lemon tree with a generous amount of water. Lemon trees require more water in the Summer and should be watered less often in the Winter to avoid …

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How to Revive a Dying Calathea

A calathea that appears to be dying usually has dry soil around the root ball as a result of insufficient or light watering, which causes the leaves to droop and turn brown and crispy. Low humidity causes the margins of calathea leaves to become brown and crispy, which causes them to wither and lose moisture. …

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How to Tell if Orchids are Over or Under Watered (With Photos)

When an orchid is overwatered, the roots rot and turn brown with a rotting texture and an unpleasant smell; in contrast, when an orchid is underwatered, the roots get smaller and have a shriveled, gray appearance. The most popular type of houseplant orchid, the moth “phalaenopsis,” stores moisture in its leaves and roots. When the …

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How to Water String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii variegata)

Water string of hearts plants with a generous soak then wait for the soil to dry out completely before watering again. In order to meet the string of hearts plants’ water needs without causing root rot, watering them once every two weeks usually allows the soil to dry out after watering. It is important to …

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Watering Lavenders in Pots (How Often and How Much Water)

During the first two years after planting, lavender plants in pots only require weekly watering. Once fully grown, potted lavender plants just require a light watering once every two weeks if there hasn’t been any rain. Lavender is a native of the Mediterranean, where it grows well in sandy soils with low nutrients, full sun, …

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String of Hearts Dying? Revive String of Hearts Plant

Overwatering and moist soil surrounding the roots are the main reasons of dying string of hearts plants, which causes the leaves to become yellow and the roots to rot. As a result of its sensitivity to the cold, string of hearts can wither away at consistently lower temperatures than 59°F (15°C). The lower leaves of …

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Choosing the Right Pot For Lavenders (With Examples)

All kinds of lavender thrive in containers, but there are a few factors to take into account while selecting the ideal container for lavender growth. To make sure that your lavender flourishes and produces its delightful perfume and display of flowers, keep each of these factors in mind. Best Pot Size for Growing Lavenders Lavenders …

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Why is My Calibrachoa Dying? (How to Save it)

A blooming plant called calibrachoa, commonly referred to as “Million bells,” is a perennial in mild regions but is classed as an annual in cold climates that encounter frost since it is not cold tolerant and dies back in the winter. The most frequent cause of a dying calibrachoa is root rot brought on by …

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How to Save a Peace Lily with Yellow Leaves

Overwatering causes peace lily leaves to turn yellow and droop, but too much sun can scorch the leaves and turn them yellow and brown. As the plant ages, the bottoms of peace lily leaves naturally turn yellow. As a result of their sensitivity to direct sunshine, peace lily leaves quickly turn yellow and brown (depending …

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Stop Slugs Eating Hostas in Pots (3 Hacks That Actually Work)

Slugs and snails are the enemy of hosta growers because they adore munching on its succulent leaves and leaving their distinctive shredded holes as they work at night. To keep slugs out of my potted hostas, I personally have tried every typical tip out there, including copper strips, coffee grinds, and everything in between, but …

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