How often you water it will largely depend on time of year and the amount of light your snake plant gets. Snake plants, like most other houseplants, rest during winter months, and don't need to be watered quite as often. What Kind of Light and Temperature Does a Snake Plant Need?
If you’ve brought home a Poinsettia before, you’ll know that it isn’t the easiest plant to keep alive long-term (which is why some people opt for other types ofholiday houseplants). Poinsettias often arrive at your home already stressed from shipping (or from being manhandled at the ...
Growing an avocado seed helps understand plant biology, the growth process, and the importance of patience and care in gardening. It can be an excellent hands-on project for kids to learn about plant life cycles and botany. As a bonus, like other houseplants, avocado plants can improve indoor...
Just like with all plants (especially houseplants), there’s a line between too much water and too little water. If the succulent leaves and stems are yellowed, shriveled, and look dried, then your succulent is under-watered. If the leaves and stems are mushy and brown (they can also be...
The pot connects to a USB cable that can download your plant's statistics -- soil moisture levels, light levels, temperature and near-death experiences -- into your computer, which helps you to keep track of its progress. Not only that, but it can tell when you've watered too much and...
Keep the soil damp but not overwatered to avoid washing away the hormone. The process of rooting can take a few weeks to months, and it's crucial to use the correct amount of hormone to avoid dehdyration or the prevention of flowers. Gardening and houseplants have been enjoying a ...
Author ofHouseplants for a Healthy HomeJon VanZile advises “placing your basil pot on a bed of wet river rocks to gently increase humidity” and keep temp fluctuations at bay by being mindful of “open windows and heat/AC units.”
5 common camellia problems to look out for Keep yourwinter-flowering shrubblooming and healthy with this expert advice. 1. Pest damage to camellia leaves and buds (Image credit: Avalon.red/Alamy Stock Photo) Like many garden plants, camellias will fall foul of the usual array of pests includi...