Geranium Problems – It May Be Overcare
Have you ever asked yourself: “Why can’t I get my geraniums to grow well?” “Why don’t my geraniums bloom well?” I think in many cases, it is too much fussy
Growing Geranium Trees
Training slender-stemmed plants to a treelike or standard form is not a new gardening technique. But have you tried it with tree geraniums? One of the most striking patio displays
Growing and Care Of Plumeria Trees
Have you ever gone on vacation and run into someone who seemed to fit in perfectly, only to realize they’re not really from around here? That seems to be a
How Often to Water Dracaena Plants?
Native to Southeast Asia, Dracaena plants are one of the most common household plants worldwide. With its dark green leaves spilling from the top, the Dracaena is one of the
What Is The Resting Period For Christmas Cactus?
Question: I have been told that every house plant must have a resting period – some brief, some long. As the Christmas cactus blooms in the Winter and grows in
What Causes My Large Christmas Cactus Branches To Rot?
Question: I’ve had a Christmas cactus plant for years – it always grows nicely until about August. Then large branches rot at joints near the main plant and fall. Although I
Why Are My Christmas Cactus Flower Buds Dropping Off?
Question: I have a large healthy healthy-looking Christmas cactus. Its flower buds fall off, and only two or three remain to open fully. What can I do to prevent this? – J.K.,
What Causes Rotting Leaves On Christmas Cactus?
The most important disease-causing problem for the Christmas cactus plant is caused by a fungus – Fusarium oxysporum. Stem lesions are water-soaked initially and rapidly enlarge to reddish-brown areas which
Christmas Cactus Propagation: Starting Christmas Cacti From Cuttings
Plant enthusiasts love having a range of flowering plants that bloom at different times of the year. This is perhaps why Schlumbergera (shlum-BER-ger-uh), the so-called holiday cacti, especially Christmas cactus, are so
Christmas Cactus Plant Care: Tips For Blooming
Botanically, Christmas Cactus is, indeed, a true cactus; but for its well-being, it really should have been given some other common name. The word “cactus” brings visions of extreme heat,