Yellow fungi are a surprisingly common sight in damp gardens and houseplants. While it may not look very pleasant, this yellow fungus does no harm to humans and can be easily removed from your soil with good ventilation. Keeping the area dry will help ensure you keep your plants healthy!
Many believe that placing a generous base layer of rocks and/or gravel at the very bottom of plant pots is a great trick. But does it really benefit container gardens? Or is it just an overblown gardening myth? Well, science can give you the answers you are looking for! Generally, it is not recommended to…
You just bought some compost, and you are now wondering if this can burn your plants as you might have heard around. Your suspect is well-grounded as compost can actually “burn” your plants in three specific cases. Can compost burn plants? Despite its beneficial effects on both potted and outdoor plants, compost can negatively affect…
Do you know that indoor and outdoor potted plants can outgrow their planter? Do you know that its roots can fill up the whole volume affecting plant growth and soil nutrients level? This is called root bound conditions and triggers many problems in plants that might be confused with other more serious issues. In general,…
Worm casting is no more than worm feces. Despite sounding a bit gross, this is a gold mine for outdoor gardeners that aim to higher harvest and healthier plants. However, does the same apply to your potted herbs and plants indoors? How to use worm casting in potted plants? Should you go for it? Worm…
People seem to confuse spices and herbs quite often, but they are two distinctly different plant products! Although some people use them interchangeably, you can actually easily tell herbs and spices apart by keeping a few things in mind. Knowing these can be especially helpful when you are looking for a specific flavor to add…