Ants are some of the most painfully common pests we encounter in our day-to-day lives. If left unchecked, they could even destroy plants! So what ant-repelling plants can we grow ourselves? The 14 plants that can be used to effectively repel ants are: Citronella grass Pennyroyal Rosemary Peppermint Yarrow Thyme Lavender Sage Painted daisies Catmint…
Seeing bolted spinach is frustrating after putting in weeks of effort to grow them. Is this just a normal occurrence or is there something the spinach needs? The truth is, it could be both. Tall thick stems, small pointed leaves, and flowering stalks are all signs that a spinach plant is bolting. Factors like plant…
Calathea ornatas, or pinstripe plants, are prized for their gorgeous pink-striped leaves that fold up and down during the day. But is this plant easy to care for? You might be surprised! Calathea ornatas thrive in plastic containers with adequate drainage, 50% humidity, and 8 hours of bright and diffused sun. Filtered water is required…
If you’ve ever felt anxious spending time outdoors in fear of being bitten by ticks, you’re not alone. To help provide protection, here’s a list of plants to repel ticks you can easily grow in your yard. Plants that have proven to some extent to repel ticks by producing repellent compounds are: While spending time…
Misting is often a part of many peoples’ daily gardening routines, especially with houseplants. Some people say this can help increase humidity and mimic the plants’ natural habitats. But does it really? Misting plants is not a dependable strategy to increase humidity levels for extended periods. The act of misting can even negatively affect houseplants…
The lemon lime maranta, also known as the prayer plant, is one of the few gorgeous and entertaining houseplants known to actively move their leaves throughout the day. But how do you take care of lemon lime marantas? Lemon lime marantas grow best with 55-60% humidity, bright and diffused sun, wide 5-inch pots with drainage,…