To extend your basil plant’s life, cut basil and preventing flowering are effective strategies. Whether grown in pots or gardens, diligent care can yield a continuous supply of basil. This herb not only adds flavor to dishes but also brings joy to the gardening experience. Key Takeaways: H...
Water when the roots, in the lower two-thirds of potted soil, begin to dry. Push your finger 2 inches down into the soil of a 6-inch-diameter pot. If the soil feels moist, do not water. Repeat until the soil feels dry, then water. Push you finger to a 1-inch depth in smaller ...
Review your watering regimen – drooping leaves can recover from underwatering if spotted early enough, so water thoroughly until the soil feels moist, or cease watering immediately, and move potted basil to a brighter light setting to help it dry. Leaf Drop This can be a sign of water stre...
All of these factors will contribute to how well a potted garden area will do. Your local nursery is a great resource for finding plants that will succeed wherever you plan to grow them. CONTAINER FOLIAGE/HERBS THAT WILL DO WELL IN SUN & SHADE Basil(full sun) Caladium (shade) Coleus (su...
Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole just larger than the root mass of your potted plant. Gently remove the plant from its pot and set it into the hole. Replace the soil around the roots to fill in gaps and carefully tamp down the soil around the plant. Then, ...
Provide supplemental irrigation, if necessary, to keep the growing medium of outdoor potted Gerber daisies consistently moist while the plant is flowering. Water indoor Gerber daisies as often as necessary to keep the growing medium moist during the flowering stage. Allow the surface of the soil ...
When flower buds appear, cut the plants back low to the ground to stimulate new growth. In southern regions, Zones 9 and above, marjoram is a perennial and can be left in the ground. In northern areas, the herb is an annual and may be potted up at the end of the season and placed...
Potted herbs can be grown as part of anindoor herb gardenin winter on south-facing windowsills; think: chives, parsley, oregano and mint. Some herbs do best grown from seeds, including basil, chives, parsley and thyme. Annuals can be grown from seed or seedlings, and successional planting ...
Curry Leaves Plant Care happyexotictrees In the beginning, it’s a slow grower and reaches a height of 6-10 inches in a year (depending on the climate and growing conditions), so give it its time to settle. Fertilizer For best results, use a slow-release fertilizer specifically designed ...
Care For A Silver Mound Plant Water actively growing "Silver Mound" only when the top 3 inches of soil are dry to the touch. Over-watering and poorly drained, heavy soils are the most common reasons for failing plants. Roots suffocating from excessive moisture lead to stunted, discolored and...