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…
Choosing the wrong growing medium will stunt the growth of your plants and even kill them? What is s growing medium in the first place and which one is best for your plants? A growing medium is a material where plants develop their roots and grow either at ground level or inside a container. The…
You are at your favorite gardening shop aisle, and you see two bags of some stony-like material: once called vermiculite and the other one perlite. They look very similar, right? No, they are quite different and they can affect your plants significantly (and even kill them). The main difference between perlite and vermiculite is how…