Reasons for Brugmansia Not Blooming Here are the most common reasons for brugmansia not blooming. Not old enough A brugmansia must be mature before it can produce blooms. If your brugmansia was started from seeds, it may take up to five years to bloom. If your brugmansia was started from a cutting, it may take three to four years before it blooms. They can bloom sooner than this, but if your brugmansia is younger than what is listed above, this is most likely the cause....

About Fancy Leaf Caladiums These caladiums, as with others, can be used as single specimen accents or planted in groups for a dramatic-looking tropical display. The 12 to 30 inch (31-76 cm.) heart shaped leaves will retain their color throughout the summer and into the early fall if treated properly. Before you decide to grow fancy leaf caladiums though, there are a few things you should know about them and their care....

Potato tubers develop best at temperatures of 60-70 Fahrenheit (15-21 C.). They grow well in early spring and late fall when temperatures aren’t too hot. There are early, midseason, and late varieties. Select a late variety for optimal production in fall cropping situations. When to Plant Fall Potatoes Late potatoes work well for winter storage. The best time to plant these varieties is about 110 days before the first expected freeze, which may be as early as July in some regions....

Finding Vegetable Seeds When you’re obtaining seeds to grow a vegetable garden for the first time, you may want to select them from a catalog specializing in vegetable gardening. These sources are typically ideal for beginners, as they provide useful information, better quality, and a wider selection. Start with familiar varieties that are easy to grow. The seeds should be ordered well in advance of planting time and after you have planned your gardening space and individual needs....

Why Won’t My Succulent Bloom? Flowers usually appear on mature and properly located succulents. If you start new plants from leaves or cuttings, it might be five years or more before blooms appear. This time-frame is even longer for cactus, as some varieties don’t flower until the plant is 30 years old. If you know the name of your succulent or cactus, try searching for bloom information for the individual plant....

The Importance of Light for Your Houseplants Obviously light is essential. Plants use energy from light to produce food that becomes the energy they live on. Without light, a plant will eventually die. Of course, growing plants is not as simple as just giving them daily light. Some houseplants do best with a bright, sunny window, while others would be burned in the same location. Many houseplants like filtered light and do well sitting under taller plants....

Signs of Scale on Palm Tree Leaves There are two very noticeable signs of scale on palm trees: One is that the palm tree leaves will become covered in a sticky substance. This sticky substance may become so plentiful that it will drip off the palm tree leaves onto the floor. This sticky substance will be difficult to remove and will return if you do remove it. The other sign of scale on palm trees will be small brown or tan bumps somewhere on the palm tree leaves....

What Causes Fungus on Bean Plants? Root rot in bean plants is produced by several different soil dwelling fungi. It might stem from a Fusarium, Rhizoctonia, or Pythium species, but that doesn’t really matter. What matters is the effect it has on your crop. Harvest yields are diminished, plant vigor is compromised, and, in some cases, the entire plant may die. Bean root rot control starts before planting with careful cultural considerations....

About Inch Plants Inch plant is famed as one of the most popular houseplants, and not just because it’s so tough… although that helps. Even if you don’t have a green thumb, you can still grow this plant. Inch plant is equally popular for its pretty colors and foliage. The wandering, creeping growth pattern makes it perfect for any container, but especially hanging baskets. The foliage is green to purple and can also be striped....

Easy-To-Grow Edible Indoor Plants By far, leafy greens are one of the easiest indoor edibles to grow. These fast growing and shallow-rooted veggies require a minimum of four to six hours of direct sunlight and can often be grown in a southern-facing window in the dead of winter. Most leafy greens can be planted 4 to 6 inches (10-15 cm.) apart in 4 inch (10 cm.) tall containers. Here are some excellent leafy edibles to grow inside the house:...

Lily leaf beetles can be found feeding on a variety of plants, including potatoes, Nicotiana, Solomon’s seal, bittersweet and a few others, but they only lay their eggs on true lilies and fritillarias. When you find your plants have been afflicted by a lily beetle infestation, it can leave you feeling frustrated. To relieve the stress associated with these little buggers, you should become familiar with the best practices for prevention and lily beetle treatment....

Iris Borers Symptoms Iris borers may be hard to see at first but they grow to 2 inches (2.5 cm.) long and are pinkish grubs. Iris borers symptoms are first noticed in April or May as they tunnel into the leaves. The leaves become ragged and dark streaked. The leaves will also leak a fluid. These symptoms also mimic bacterial soft rot, leaf spot, and iris scorch, all common iris diseases....

Believe it or not, there is such a thing as a Tabasco pepper plant. Here’s what you need to know in order to grow these peppers for your own version of homemade hot pepper sauce. Is Tabasco a Pepper That Home Gardeners Can Grow This iconic hot pepper is native to the state of Tabasco in the coastal region of southeast Mexico. In this frost-free environment, it’s not uncommon for a Tabasco pepper plant to reach heights of nearly 6 feet (1....

What is White Campion? White campion (Silene latifolia syn. Silene alba) is a broadleaf plant (dicot) that first grows in the form of a low-to-the-ground rosette. Later, it bolts and produces 1 to 4 foot (0.3-1.2 m.) tall, upright stems with flowers. The leaves and stems are both downy. White campion is native to Europe and was probably introduced into North America in the early 1800’s. Besides being an annoying weed, white campion can also host viruses that affect spinach and beet plants....

Is Your Jade Going Red? There are around 200 species of Crassula, or jade plant. Many of these naturally have blushed tips, such as the Golden Jade Tree. This plant has almost lime green leaves, adorned with pinkish red edges. Other examples might be ‘Botany Bay,’ ‘Harbour Lights,’ ‘Silver Dollar’ jade, or Silver jade. There are many more varieties that normally sport red edging along the leaves. So if your jade is getting red, look up the variety and see if this is part of the plant....

I am extremely fond of spicy food and it is fond of me as well. Out of this marriage has grown a desire to cultivate my own hot peppers. A good place to start seemed to be growing jalapeño peppers, since they are spicy, but not deadly. One problem though; my jalapeño peppers are not hot. Not even a little bit. Same issue from my sister’s garden sent to me via text with a terse message of, “No heat in jalapeños”....

USDA plant hardiness zones 5 to 9 are best suited for growing Japanese blood grass. Try using this ornamental as a specimen in a fabulous pot or in groups along a path to produce a sweeping effect of crimson and green. What is Japanese Blood Grass? Japanese blood grass (Imperata cylindrica) is a perennial plant. Its foliage begins green with slightly tinged red tips and matures to the blood red color for which it is known....

Will Japanese Maples Grow in Zone 3? Naturally cold hardy, Japanese maple trees are a good choice for zone 3 landscapes. You may have a problem with late freezes killing buds that have begun to open, however. Insulating the soil with deep mulch can help hold the cold in, delaying the end of the dormancy period. Fertilizing and pruning encourage growth spurts. When growing a Japanese maple in zone 3, delay these activities until you are certain there won’t be another hard freeze to kill back new growth....

What is a Jujube Tree? Jujube (Ziziphus jujube), also known as the Chinese date, is native to China. This medium-sized tree can grow up to 40 feet (12 m.) and has glossy green, deciduous leaves with light gray bark. The oval-shaped, single-stoned fruit is green to start with and becomes dark brown over time. Similar to figs, the fruit will dry and become wrinkled when left on the vine. The fruit has a similar taste to an apple....

What are Strawberry Leafrollers? Strawberry leafrollers are small caterpillars that feed on dead and rotting strawberry fruit and foliage. As they feed on the leaves, the caterpillars roll them up and tie them together with silk. Since they feed mainly on decaying parts of the plant, their feeding practices don’t significantly impact the yield or decrease the plant’s vigor, but the leaf bundles are unsightly. Leafroller control measures are most effective when the caterpillars are young....