…that require a little extra work on your part, but will reward you with beauty are: Moth Orchid, Croton, Tradescantia, Elephant’s Ear, Fiddle-Leaf Fig Tree, Bird’s Nest Fern and Boston…
New Alfalfa Pest Found in Low Desert Area
…the low desert,” Barman explained. After sending the samples off for testing, “it was confirmed that this is the pest we suspected called ‘alfalfa leaftier.’ And this is entirely new…
Snake Plant is the Popular Houseplant for Beginners
…little maintenance required to make snake plants happy. Wipe leaves frequently to prevent dust from building up: be careful not to damage the leaf tips or the damaged leaf will…
Large Shrub or Small Tree Needing to Be on Every Gardeners Wish List
…suffer from leaf scorch. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Large Shrub or Small Tree Needing to Be on Every Gardeners Wish List Sponsored Content Fungicide…
Philodendron: Planting and Caring for this Iconic Houseplant
…houseplant that is hard to kill, Philodendrons are perfect for the houseplant growing beginner! Philodendrons, otherwise known as sweetheart plants and heart-leaf, grow naturally in tropical rainforest environments. They suit…
Hanging Baskets for Vertical Vegetable Farming?
…grow upwards, but the plant itself doesn’t mind drooping those vines below. There are lots of loose-leaf varieties of lettuce and cabbages that’ll love it in a basket that gets…
Pests That Can Plague Your Corn Crop
Some pests that can plague your corn crop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Rotten Corn Pinterest Wireworm Pinterest Corn Kernel Germination Pinterest Corn Cutworms Pinterest Corn Leaf…
Common Diseases to Look Out for to Protect the Citrus Crop
…halo-like lesions on the fruits, leaves, and twigs on the tree. If left to spread, citrus canker causes leaf loss, blemished fruits, and even the death of the tree. Greasy…
Citrus Grove Protection Involves Looking Out for Pests
…and infest lemon trees, especially in coastal areas. Dealing with citrus thrips can be frustrating. One of the first signs you’ll notice is shriveled leaf buds and curled, distorted leaves…
Helpful Tips for Preparing the Garden for the Cold Season Ahead
…area. Spot spray young dandelions that sprout from summer seeds. And, clean up the veggie patch by pulling spent crops. Be sure to gather all debris, including stem, leaf and…
Fiddle-Leaf Figs are an Evergreen Ornamental “In” Plant to Have
…– Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0 Native to West African lowland rain forests, fiddle-leaf figs are an evergreen ornamental also known as banjo fig or lyre leaf tree. You can…
Problems and Solutions When Growing Artichokes
…excess moisture and humidity by watering selectively. Artichoke is also susceptible to a host of leaf sucking insects including aphids. While a strong burst of water from a hose might…
New Directors of Almond Board of California Begin Their Terms
…board has five new alternates: Brandon Rebeiro, an independent grower from Gold Leaf Farming in Modesto. Chris Bettencourt, an independent grower from Westley. Kent Stenderup, a co-op grower from Stenderup…
Useful Herb Good in the Kitchen, Good for the Garden
…manage these plants, they will take over your enter garden bed in a blink of an eye. The young leaves are edible and can be used as a leaf vegetable,…