A trailing pothos can turn your home into a veritable indoor jungle. But if your pothos is growing very long vines with bare stems or very few leaves, that’s a sign that it’s becoming leggy. Pothos usually become leggy in response to a combination of low light and too much fertilizer. Mature pothos plants that … Read more
Dill can help attract beneficial insects such as butterflies, praying mantis, honeybees, parasitic wasps, hoverflies, and ladybugs. It can also help keep unwanted guests from your gardens, such as spider mites, aphids, and cabbage loopers. Let’s check out some dill companion plants that are excellent neighbors and some that can cause your vegetables to taste … Read more
Whether you want to save money or the planet, these sustainable home improvements will help. Adding insulation, air-sealing, and new windows will also make your home more comfortable. Here is a list of the top twelve home improvements to make your home more sustainable: 1.) Schedule HVAC System Maintenance Homeowners often do not keep up … Read more
Homeowners looking for alternatives to conventional HVAC equipment might consider installing mini splits. Ductless mini splits can maximize a building’s energy performance while providing many heating and cooling benefits. These air-source heat pumps rely on an interior air-handling unit to work alongside an exterior compressor. The indoor unit typically hangs at the top of an … Read more
Snow Queen Pothos is a cultivar of the Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum), a tropical climbing plant native to Southeast Asia. What makes this variety stand out is its variegated foliage: the heart-shaped leaves are almost white, with a few green stripes and speckles. The Snow Queen Pothos is rarer and a bit more expensive than … Read more
Let’s get right down to it. This article is for you if you’re wondering about Instant Pot hard boiled eggs. We cover the 5-5-5 method that consistently churns out perfect hard-boiled eggs every time. Plus, some additional tips make the process even easier. It’s super easy (seriously). Using a pressure cooker to hard-boil eggs with … Read more
From pristine lawns and manicured topiary to lush cottage-style gardens and drought-resistant xeriscape gardens, any property can benefit from landscaping. Whether you’re planning the design and layout of a new garden or looking to renovate or improve existing features, hiring a professional will be of immense help. This is where landscape architects and landscape designers … Read more
Crabgrass (Digitaria sanguinalis) is an annual plant that grows in moist soil. It spreads quickly and can grow up to around two feet tall¹. It’s not an actual grass but instead belongs to the family Chenopodiaceae². It often gets confused with a cool-season perennial called quackgrass. It grows best in warm weather- and can cause … Read more
Let’s face it; your home would look stark without foundation plants. As a homeowner, you should consider planning and prioritizing landscaping- which encompasses the construction of structures, hardscaping, foundation plantings, plant installation, etc. Foundation plantings are considered the bedrock of every landscaped property, transforming the front yard and entryway into a dynamic garden space. These … Read more
Christmas cactus plants are notoriously easy to grow, but you can still encounter problems. This article will cover some of the most common issues and provide solutions. 1.) What Are the Most Common Diseases for the Christmas Cactus? Christmas cactus rarely suffers from any diseases but can be susceptible to root rot if planted in … Read more
