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!

Plant Problems

9 Reasons Your Aloe Vera is Drooping and Falling Over

If your aloe vera plant is drooping or falling over, there could be many different reasons why. While aloe vera is somewhat hands-off when it comes to care, there are still some things that can cause drooping leaves. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn walks through the most common causes of droopy leaves and how to fix it!

Plant Problems

11 Reasons Your Aloe Vera is Turning Brown & Mushy

is your Aloe Vera plant turning brown and mushy? There are a number of different reasons this can happen, and thankfully, some of are reversible. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn looks at the most common reasons Aloe Vera plants start getting soft, discolored leaves.

Plant Problems

8 Reasons Your Cyclamen Plant Has Yellow Leaves

Cyclamen plants may end up with yellow leaves for a variety of different reasons. And each reason may end up having a slightly different treatment plan, depending on the cause. In this article, gardening expert Emily Horn looks at the most common reason your cyclamen plants have yellow leaves, and how to fix it.

A shot of a person in the process of inspecting a wilting houseplant showcasing calathea problems

Plant Problems

11 Common Problems With Calathea Plants

Does your calathea plant look a bit unwell? There are actually a few common issues that can impact these popular houseplants, depending on how they are grown. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton walks through the most common calathea problems, and how to fix them!

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Plant Problems

15 Common Problems With Flowering Pansies

Are your pansies struggling this season? Pansies can fall victim to many different issues, so it's important to identify them early and treat them if possible. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through some of the most common problems with pansies, and how to fix them!

A close-up shot of a composition of potted wilting flower leaves, showcasing why lavender flowers are not blooming

Plant Problems

11 Reasons Your Lavender Is Not Blooming and How to Fix it

If your lavender is struggling to bloom this season, there are a few common issues that can contribute to the problem. So, what should you do about it? In this article, gardening expert and former organic lavender farmer Logan Hailey examines the most common reasons that lavender fails to bloom, and how to fix it!

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Plant Problems

Why Your Peace Lily Has Brown Tips and How to Fix it

Does your peace lily have brown tips and you aren't sure why? There are several reasons that this can happen. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton examines the most common reasons why peace lilies get brown tips, how to fix them and how to prevent it from happening in the first place!

An example of dahlia problems with the flower looking dry with damaged and brittle foliage

Plant Problems

13 Common Problems With Dahlia Flowers

Do your dahlias have problems growing this season, but you aren't quite sure what's happening to them? Dahlias can fall victim to many different issues, depending on your climate. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through the most common problems with Dahlias, and how to fix them.

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Garden Pests

11 Common Tulip Pests: How to Identify, Prevent, and Treat Them

Tulips are a hardy flower, but even these spring blooming beauties can succumb to certain garden pests each season. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros examines the most common pests that can plague your tulip plants, as well as how to prevent them, or treat them if they've already begun attacking your tulips.

A close-up shot of leaves of a flower that is turning brown and dying, showcasing azaleas turning brown

Plant Problems

8 Reasons Your Azaleas Are Turning Brown and Dying

Are your azaleas struggling this season? If you've noticed your azaleas starting to turn brown and die, you are not alone! Azaleas are beautiful when blooming, but can be picky when it comes to maintenance. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through the most common reasons azaleas start to die, and how to turn it around!