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!

Pothos Stems Browning

Plant Problems

Why Does My Pothos Have Brown Stems? How Can I Fix it?

If your pothos plant has brown stems, you may be wondering why this happens! There's actually a few different reasons that your plant may be showing these signs, so it's important to properly diagnose why it happens. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton examines why Pothos have brown stems, and what you can do to prevent it from happening, or fix it if it's already happened.

Coleus in Garden Without Deer

Garden Pests

Do Deer Eat Coleus? Will They Attract Deer to My Garden?

Thinking of planting some coleus in your garden, but aren't sure if they will attract deer or not? While they may not attract deer like a hosta, there's still some steps you'll need to take if you want to keep deer away from your coleus. In this article, certified master gardener Larua Elison walks through if this plant will bring deer into your garden.

Weed With Yellow Flower

Weeds

Weeds With Yellow Flowers: Are They in Your Yard or Garden?

Did you find a plant with yellow flowers in your garden space, but aren't sure what it is? There's actually a chance it could be a weed that's sprouted yellow flowers! In this article, we take a look at some of the most common yellow flowered weeds to help you identify these plants and replace them with other plants for local pollinators.

Types of Weeds

Weeds

27 Common Types of Weeds with Names & Picture Identification

Let's face it, weeds can cause garden problems for gardeners. While some types of weeds can be nice looking, they can also be invasive. It can be difficult to identify each type of weed and prevent them from taking over your entire garden. Keep in mind that many weeds are good for pollinators, so it may be worth relocating them to another area, or leaving them be. In this article, we help you identify the most common types of weeds, with photos of each.

Pothos with Dying Leaves

Plant Problems

Why Are My Pothos Leaves Turning Black at The Tips?

Are your Pothos leaves turning black at the tips? There are 6 potential causes for this uncommon issue, each with its own resolution. Depending on the cause, having black tipped leaves usually isn't completely irreversible. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton discusses why Pothos leaves may turn black at the tips and how you can fix or prevent the problem.