If you have ever overwatered your plants, you must have noticed that their roots would rot with too much water in the soil. But how come roots die in waterlogged soil, but can grow well in water? In normally aerated soil, plants grow “soil roots” to absorb water and oxygen from the soil. When …
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If your lawn pools water and has brown spots even after getting plenty of water, chances are the soil is hydrophobic or water-repellant. A quick way to help water penetrate into the soil is to use a soil wetting agent. The best soil wetting product is one that fixes the root of the problem …
7 Top Wetting Agents for Lawn (With Editor’s Pick) Read More »
Oh yes, the struggle of over or underwatering your plants, I get it. If you find it difficult to determine when and how much to water your plants, then scoop up a quality soil moisture meter– your plants will thank you. In this review, I’ve rounded up 10 soil moisture meters to share which are …
10 Top Moisture Meters For Houseplants & Garden (2022) Read More »
Instead of pouring water from above, many people like to water their houseplants, including orchids, from the bottom. Is it also better for watering your indoor succulents? Bottom watering is not only an alternative to watering from above. Bottom watering is actually necessary to keep succulents hydrated and alive especially when the soil gets too compacted …
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For orchid lovers, their favorite time of the year is probably when their orchids are blooming. When that happens, many people do not want to disturb their orchids, apart from trying to grow as many flowers as possible and make them bloom longer. Should we fertilize orchids or water them while they are blooming? Can …
Can I Repot, Feed, Water Orchids While Blooming? (Solved!) Read More »
We all have experienced the shock of witnessing our healthy-looking orchids die suddenly and rapidly within a matter of days. It started with a leaf or two turning yellow overnight. Close examination can reveal a darkened area of infection eating into the side of the stem. And the next thing we know is leaf drop …
Orchid Stem Rot: Cause & Treatment You Should Know Read More »
Some people like to water their orchids from the bottom, also known as “soaking”, instead of pouring water from above. This watering method can be quite convenient for indoor orchids and can save up on water. However, other people are strongly against soaking, saying it would increase the risk of root rot. Whether soaking …
Should I Soak My Orchids? (How To Do It Correctly) Read More »
Are you worried about watering your orchids when you travel? Or, do you tend to overwater them? Try growing your orchids in self-watering pots. A self-watering pot can supply constant moisture to the roots of a plant automatically through a wick by drawing water up from a reservoir to the medium. It is easy and …
Self-Watering Pots For Orchids? Pros vs. Cons (+DIY Tips) Read More »
An orchid without leaves is not necessarily a lost case. Leafless orchids with a good stem and some root(s) can be rescued, especially with proper care and patience. To find the right remedy, you must first identify the cause according to its early symptoms. So, why does an orchid lose its leaves? The common reasons …
Saving A Leafless Orchid: The Ultimate Guide (Pictures) Read More »
If your orchids ever had rotten roots before, you must know what “stringy roots” are. Those are string-like pith or stele with a small diameter that is left behind after slipping off the brown rotten, mushy covering on the outside of a root. When you repot such an orchid, you may want to know: Should …
Orchid’s Stringy Roots: Trim Them or Leave Them? Read More »
