What is Nertera Coral Bead Plant? Nertera granadensis, otherwise known as coral bead or pincushion bead plant, can be a fussy houseplant which requires a bit of conscientious attention on the growers part. Coral bead plant is a low growing, about 3 inches (8 cm.) ornamental specimen hailing from New Zealand, eastern Australia, southeast Asia, and South America. This semi-tropical plant has a dense growth of tiny dark green leaves, which look remarkably similar to baby’s tears (Soleirolia soleirolii)....

Cotton Root Rot of Sweet Potatoes Phymatotrichum root rot, also called phymatotrichum cotton root rot, cotton root rot, Texas root rot or ozonium root rot, is a highly destructive fungal disease caused by the fungal pathogen Phymatotrichum omnivorous. This fungal disease affects more than 2,000 species of plants, with sweet potatoes being particularly susceptible. Monocots, or grass plants, are resistant to this disease. Sweet potato phymatotrichum root rot thrives in the chalky, clay soil of the Southwestern United States and Mexico, where summer soil temperatures consistently reach 82 F....

Why are My Snake Plant’s Leaves Curling? Also known as mother in law’s tongue, snake plant is a great houseplant. The leaves of the snake plant are straight and regal, growing nearly as tall as three feet (1 m.) in some varieties. You’ll know something is wrong, though, when you see curled leaves on snake plants. What does this look like? The leaves will curl or fold in on themselves. They may look a little twisted and show signs of weakness before ultimately dying....

What are Good Flowers for Cutting Garden? Good plants for a cutting garden generally have a few special characteristics, such as stiff, strong stems and a long blooming period. They are also usually flowers that hold their form well after cutting and can be dried for floral crafts. Cutting garden plants can be annuals, perennials, shrubs, and even trees. Using a combination of all four can give your cutting garden plenty of variety throughout the seasons....

Deer Resistant Garden Ideas There are many borders and chemical deterrents to prevent deer in the landscape. The problem is that what works in one region may not work in another. Much of the reliability on such items depends upon how hungry and how adapted to humans deer are, and even the weather can be a factor. Planting deer-resistant plants may be a better bet than investing in odor, noise, or barrier deterrents....

Caring for Desk Plants Office plant care is important and not as involved as one would think, provided you focus on the needs of the plant chosen. Various plants have different needs, so pay attention to watering, light, and other possible desk plant maintenance that may be required. Watering Improper watering–either too much or not enough– is usually to blame when office plant care goes awry. Water office plants slowly, using lukewarm water, until water trickles through the drainage hole, but only when the top of the soil feels dry to the touch....

Organic Farming vs. Permaculture In short, the answer is no. Organic farming differs from permaculture design in a number of significant ways. Before we can compare these differences, let’s first define the basic premise behind each agricultural method. Organic farming began as an agricultural movement in the 1940’s and the word “organic” has become a labeling term to denote products which are grown or raised without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, antibiotics, and growth regulators....

About Acorn Squash Considered a winter squash, acorn squash (Cucurbita pepo) is actually in the same family as summer squash like zucchini. While acorn squash is used as a vegetable, it is botanically classified as a fruit. This edible vining gourd may be found in some areas of the world year round, but in North America acorn squash is available from early fall to winter. Unlike other summer squash, acorn squash stores well in a cool, dry, and dark area for a month or even longer....

Can You Separate a Jade Plant? If you have a jade plant, you know the simple pleasure its steady, slow growth and beautiful, chubby leaved stems can bring. There are many ways you can get a start from your plant, with jade plant division being one of the simplest and fastest ways to get a mini-me from the parent. As with most things, timing is everything and it is important to know when to divide jade plants....

Tips on DIY Dehydrating Dehydrating requires just a couple of things to be fool proof. You need a heat source to speed up the drying. It doesn’t have to be hot. Even using the oven on low is a type of dehydrator, just not a very efficient one. Next you need a way to circulate that heat, as well as the air. Air movement helps move moisture away. A fan of some sort is ideal to circulate heat and air efficiently....

Do Garlic Plants Bloom? Garlic plant flowering takes place near the latter part of the plant’s life cycle. Planting garlic for its flowers is as simple as allowing the plants to develop longer than you normally would for bulb harvest. I’m always thrilled to see my garlic is flowering, as it increases the interest in the herb garden and I can still harvest the garlic bulbs, although the inflorescence will redirect energy from the bulb....

Composting Fruit and Vegetable Waste You add plant material, such as food scraps, garden waste, and lawn clippings, to the compost pile. Small invertebrate animals like earthworms, millipedes, sow bugs, and beetle grubs feed on the plant material, breaking it down into smaller pieces and increasing its surface area. The greater surface area allows microbes, including bacteria and fungi, to access more of the organic material in the scraps and eventually break them down into finished compost....

What are Aloha Lily Plants? Aloha lily Eucomis refers to a specific series of dwarf pineapple lily cultivars – Also known as Eucomis ‘Aloha Lily Leia.’ During the summer, Aloha pineapple lilies produce large flower spikes that usually range in color from white to pink purple. Aloha lily plants are also prized for their glossy green foliage which grows in low mounds. Though Aloha lily plants thrive in hot weather, the bulbs are only cold hardy to USDA zones 7 to 10....

It’s wise to know the facts before eating chamomile plants. (Caution: Never eat any plant if you aren’t 100 percent sure!) Read on for the specifics of edible chamomile. Is Chamomile Edible? Yes, chamomile leaves and flowers are both perfectly safe to eat, with a couple of caveats. Be sure the herb hasn’t been sprayed with pesticides or herbicides. Use chamomile with care if you’re allergic to ragweed, as chamomile may trigger allergic reactions in some individuals....

What is Eggplant Blossom Rot? BER, or blossom end rot, can be extremely damaging, but at first it may not be very noticeable. As it progresses, it becomes obvious as your eggplants are turning black on end. First, though, the symptoms of BER begin as a small water-soaked area at the blossom end (bottom) of the fruit and can occur when the fruit is still green or during the ripening phase....

Eucalyptus Tree Identification Trees of the genus Eucalyptus come in all sizes, ranging from short, bushy varieties to soaring giants. All share the pungent aroma for which their leaves are famous, as well as exfoliating bark. These are the qualities that facilitate eucalyptus tree identification. Eucalyptus trees grow fast and generally live a long time. The many different species fall into several eucalyptus tree types. Mallet Types of Eucalyptus Trees You can divide eucalyptus tree types into categories related to their growth patterns....

How to get rid of wintercreeper? Managing this bully of the plant world isn’t easy. It requires hard work, persistence, and patience. Read on to learn about wintercreeper management. About Wintercreeper Control Invasive wintercreeper was introduced in North America from Asia in the early 1900s. It is an opportunistic plant that invades forests damaged by insects or fires. The dense mat of vines prevents the growth of seedlings, robbing moisture and nutrients from the soil....

What is a Necklace Tree? If you’ve never seen this tree before, you may ask: “What is a necklace tree?” When you study Eve’s necklace tree information, you find that it is a deciduous tree that grows in a rounded or vase shape and rarely rises above 25 feet (7.6 m.) tall. The necklace tree has dark, lustrous green leaves that appear in springtime. The flower buds also appear on the tree in spring and open into showy while blossoms tinged with rosy pink that dangle from the plant in clusters like wisteria....

Using Face Masks for Gardening Most notably, masks are often worn by gardeners who suffer from seasonal allergies such as grass and tree pollen. Masks for gardeners are also essential during the use and application of certain types of fertilizers, soil conditioners, and/or compost. Still, recent events have led more and more of us to consider the need to better protect ourselves, as well as those around us. Learning more about Covid, gardening masks, and their uses can help us all make more informed decisions regarding how best to enjoy time spent outdoors....

Causes of and Fixes for Fig Tree Fruit Drop There are many reasons fig trees start dropping figs. Below are the most common reasons for this fig tree problem. Lack of Water Causes Dropping Figs Drought or inconsistent watering is the most common reason that fig fruit falls off the tree. This is also the reason that this fig tree problem commonly affects fig trees in containers. To correct this, make sure that your fig is receiving enough water....