Tag Archives: plant advice
Repotting your House Plants
When should I repot my houseplants? Is there anything I should know before I start? A: When your indoor plants start growing again, usually in the early spring when the days become longer, it’s time to give them some attention. Tip … Continue reading
How to tame a Monstera
Move it to a darker space If yours is growing wild, chances are it is getting several hours of morning sun. (Monstera needs five to six if you’re trying to get your monstera to flourish.) To slow its growth, then, … Continue reading
What’s causing Japanese maple’s defoliation?
Q: The mature Japanese maple in my yard was just starting to leaf out when the April freeze hit. At that time, it dropped about half its leaves, and they do not appear to be re-budding. Previously, it has appeared very … Continue reading
Why are my tomato starts spindly?
Q: What could be the cause of my heirloom tomatoes, started from seed, becoming spindly after being transplanted into my raised beds. The seed was planted March 3 and transplanted May 10. They were hardened off starting one week before with … Continue reading
Can I grow tomatoes in a 5-gallon container?
Q: I purchased a Super Sweet 100 cherry tomato plant. Can I grow this in a 5-gallon bucket with stakes/support? Online information says they grow to 5 feet. I have never successfully grown my own tomatoes. A: You can successfully grow this … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 