…variety in leaf colors and markings makes them useful on a number of fronts, especially in combination with other summer annuals. A single coleus plant grows between 12 and 40…
Several Miniature Tree Varieties That Thrive Indoors
…the fiddle leaf fig, needs constant light and even moisture to look its best. Natal Mahogany is also a top pick for trees that do well indoors. And for a…
Tomato Plant Disease that Can Stick Around for Years
A tomato plant disease that has the capability of sticking around for years. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. “Bullseye” patterned leaf lesion of Alternaria solani By Clemson…
Most Destructive and Deadly Tomato Diseases Not Very Common
One of the most destructive and deadly tomato diseases gardeners face that is not very common. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Without a doubt, late blight strikes…
Fight Post-Bloom Disease with PH-D® Fungicide
…should also be mindful of Alternaria leaf spot. Alternaria leaf spot can evolve quickly, especially in early summer, defoliating trees in a few short weeks and causing almond crop potential…
What to Plant and More Importantly What Not to Plant Right Now
…your area is still experiencing cooler weather, the seeds that can germinate right now are beets, radishes, spinach, Swiss chard, leaf lettuce, peas, collards greens, kale, kohlrabi, leeks, onions, parsley,…
Identifying and Controlling a Deadly Plant Disease
How to identify and control deadly plant disease. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Bacterial Leaf Spot of Lettuce Courtesy UCANR If there are strange spots developing on…
MSOB: Endophytes Act as ‘Vaccine’ in Carrot Study
…Lori Hoagland is leading the trial that is looking for new measures to control Alternaria dauci in carrots for developing countries and organic systems. Hoagland and her team found that increasing some of the microbes…
Herb and House Plant Varieties to Grow Hydroponically
…hydroponically, try English Ivy, Philodendron, Coleus, Fiddle leaf Fig, Begonia, Geranium, Spider Plants, Jade, and Peace Lily. All of these can survive without potting soil, in just a vase of…
Getting Started Growing Houseplants Hydroponically
…the leaf, where the plant’s natural rooting hormone is active. While the cut is still fresh, place the plant segment in a glass container with water. Choose a vessel with…
Almond Matters: Recent Rains Bring Fungal Pathogen Concerns
…which there probably is – of fungal pathogens such as scab, Alternaria, and shot hole, you need to be aware that those diseases can take over pretty rapidly. Especially if…
Some of the Best Tricks to Use for Cleaning Houseplants
…using a soft-bristled make-up brush to dust each leaf. Avoid using rough-edge brushes, like those used for food basting, as their bristles may be too aggressive and damage your plant’s…
New Walnut Variety Provide More Flexibility for California Growers
…noted that a primary driver of their research efforts has been towards an earlier harvest window. “[UC Wolfskill] will leaf out the later part of March and harvest mid-to later…
Flowers You Can Expect to See Blooming Early This Spring
…weather is on the way. These bulbs and perennials provide a splash of color before many other plants have started to leaf out after a long winter. Look for Pansies…