Weeds compete for water, nutrients and sunlight with your vegetable plants in your garden. Even light cultivation such as tilling the soil brings long-dormant weed seeds closer to the surface where they can sprout and compete for space with your crops. To stay on top of things in your garden...
Alocasia Polly plants risk dying when they are under or overwatered, exposed to temperature stress, grown in improper sunlight, or face consistently low humidity. They also fare badly in poorly draining soil or when suffering from nutrient deficiencies. This tropical plant isn’t exactly beginner ...
, plan to water your plants deeply anywhere from a few times a week to once every two weeks. Rather than watering a little bit every few days,wait until the top few inches of the soil dry, then thoroughly water your tree until water pours out of the bottom drainage hole, then stop....
This step helps reduce the risk of submerged leaves, which could result in rot. Next, choose a glass or vase that’s deep and narrow. This helps keep the plant from submerging. Add a bit of water, just enough to cover the roots and stop before you reach any leaves. After 1 to 2 ...
If the top third of the soil feels damp when you go to water the plant, skip that watering, and check back in a few days. Continuously moist soil can quickly lead to root rot, the number one killer of aloe plants. Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between waterings, and always ensure...
planted below grade can easily succumb to root rot ordisease. In my book, it’s always better to plant a tree or shrub slightly high and allow the area to drain than for a plant to sit in a bowl and collect excess water. More plants die from over-watering (drowning) than under ...
Straw mulch below the plants can help reduce splashing, and you should always water at the soil level, not on the leaves. Keep plants well-spaced to improve air circulation and water in the morning so the moisture can evaporate quickly. ...
Water your palm tree from the bottom to prevent canopy rot. In the absence of a moisture probe or meter, use a shovel to dig until you reach the root zone. Avoid deep watering each time you irrigate. Pair your palm with plants that share similar watering needs. ...
Affected areas appear as circular patterns of dead plants and can gradually enlarge over time. Causes: Cotton root rot is caused by the fungus Phymatotrichum omnivorum. The fungus invades new areas by slow growth through the soil from plant to plant. The fungus can survive in the soil for...