I wish houseplants were a little more vocal. If they would only speak up a…
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African Violets – A Blooming Adventure
HouseplantsGrowing African violets is an adventure that should be tried by all who enjoy indoor…
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Which Potting Mix is Best?
Container Gardening, HouseplantsIn our gardening visits, I’ve often mentioned the importance of a high quality potting mix.…
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Are Clay Pots or Plastic Pots Better for Plants?
Container Gardening, HouseplantsGardeners rarely quibble amongst themselves, except maybe to debate whether to pronounce peony PEE-uh-nee or…
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Skip the Drainage Layer Inside Houseplant Pots
Container Gardening, HouseplantsI truly appreciate old-time gardening wisdom. It’s invaluable. Time-honored, solid, quiet gardening techniques are what…
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Always Pre-Moisten Potting and Seeding Mixes
Container Gardening, HouseplantsI like the modern potting and seeding mixes – the high quality types from…
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Three Ways to a Green Thumb
Houseplants, Vegetable GardeningDo you know the most common gardening comment I hear? It’s “I just don’t have…
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How to Keep Florist Flowers Fresh
Holiday Plants, HouseplantsIs it true adding aspirin to the water prolongs the life of florist flowers, or…
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Pot Headspace Has Major Effect on Houseplants
HouseplantsI’ve noticed a common thread in houseplants that are doing poorly: their headspace is too…
Read MoreCan Indoor Plants Reduce Radon Gas?
HouseplantsWith recent increased publicity about the dangers of radon gas in our homes, I was…
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