Why Not Grow Some Achimenes Plants?
Achimenes like the same care and culture as African violets and are equally rewarding. By comparison with the achimenes, the African violet is just an infant. First introduced to England
Houseplants
Yellowing Spider Plants – Why?
Chlorophytum comosum (kloh-roh-FY-tum kom-OH-sum) is one of the most resilient plants out there. So when something goes wrong, it can catch you off-guard. These natives of South Africa were one
Maranta Leuconeura Care
When you think of prayer plants, you’re probably either picturing a Maranta or Calathea. Both come from the Marantaceae family and have a similar appearance and behavior. One of the
What Is The Best Fertilizer For Pothos Plants?
Pothos isn’t a hungry house plant, but feed it during the growing season for the best results. The best NPK (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) Pothos fertilizer is a 3-1-2 ratio. Read
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