Plant Problems

Learn how to avoid the many plant problems you'll run into when gardening - pests, diseases, and more. We provide treatment and prevention tips!

Yellowing Christmas Cactus Sitting in pot on table

Plant Problems

11 Reasons Your Christmas Cactus is Turning Yellow

Is your Christmas Cactus turning yellow? There are a few different reasons this can happen, and the good news is that most of them are reversible. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at the most common reasons that your Christmas Cactus has yellowing leaves, and how to fix it.

Dying Blueberry Plant

Plant Problems

Is Your Blueberry Shrub Dying? Here’s Why, and How To Fix it!

Do you have a blueberry plant in your garden that looks like it's at the end of it's life? There are actually many reasons your blueberry plant may be dying. Not all of those reasons mean your plant can't rebound and survive. In this article, we look at each reason individually, as well as what you can do if there's still a chance to salvage your plant.

strawberry problems

Plant Problems

15 Common Problems With Strawberry Plants

Are your garden grown strawberries experiencing problems this season? If you've noticed some issues, but aren't sure how to solve them, you've landed in the right place. In this article, organic gardening expert Logan Hailey looks at the most common problems plaguing strawberry plants and how to fix them!

Pests crawling all over pink roses in garden

Garden Pests

11 Rose Bush Pests: Identification, Treatment & Prevention

Garden roses are hardy and long-lasting, but they’re also prone to attack from certain pests each season. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood identifies the most common pests you might find plaguing your rose bushes, along with how to prevent and treat them.

Pothos Plant with root rot sitting in a white plastic container

Plant Diseases

7 Signs Your Pothos Plant Has Root Rot

Do you think your pothos plant may have root rot? This common fungal disease has a few telltale signs that indicate root rot might be a problem. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton shares the most common signs you may be dealing with this fungal issue.

A garden rose with fungal black spot damage

Plant Diseases

How to Identify, Prevent, and Treat Black Spot Damage on Roses

Are you seeing spots on the leaves of your roses? Black Spot is a common rose disease, and is especially prevalent in rainy, humid climates. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood explains everything you need to know about black spot, including how to identify, prevent, and treat it.

monstera root rot

Plant Diseases

11 Signs Your Monstera Plants Have Root Rot

Do you think your Monstera plant may have root rot? There are a few different signs that your plants will show when root rot is the potential cause. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton takes you through the most common signs your plant is battling this difficult disease.

White Mealybug Crawling on Succulent Plant with Red Stems

Garden Pests

How to Get Rid of Mealybugs on Succulent Plants

If you've found mealybugs on your succulents, you don't need to panic. While these pests can cause damage, they aren't untreatable. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton takes you through six simple steps to rid your succulents of their mealybug problem.

Red Blooming Roses With Yellow Leaves

Plant Problems

9 Reasons The Leaves on Your Roses Are Turning Yellow

Are your rose leaves turning yellow and you don’t know why? There are multiple reasons leaves turn yellow, and some of them are easy to fix. In this article, hobby gardener and rose enthusiast  Danielle Sherwood explains the most common reasons you might see yellow rose leaves, and what you should do to address it!