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!

Dying Pothos

Plant Problems

Is Your Pothos Plant Dying? Here’s 10 Common Reasons Why

Is your pothos plant dying and you don't know why? There are several different contributing reasons that your plant may be dying. Depending on how far along your plant's damage is, you may or may not be able to reverse it. In this article, we look at the ten most common reasons your pothos plant may be dying.

Yellowing Leaves of Green Bean Plant

Plant Problems

Help! My Green Bean Leaves Are Turning Yellow! What Now?

If your green bean plant has yellowing leaves, you are likely a little panicky trying to figure out why! There are several reasons that this may happen, from underwatering, to plant disease. In this article, amateur gardener Jason White looks at seven different causes of yellowing green bean leaves, and how to deal with it.

A shot of a green colored fruit affected with blossom end rot showing spots on peppers

Plant Problems

What’s Causing Black or Brown Spots on My Bell Peppers?

Did you recently notice some brown or black spots on your bell peppers, but aren't sure what's causing it? There are actually a few reasons this might occur, so properly diagnosing the problem is imperative. In this article, we take a look at the most common reasons you may find spots on your bell peppers, and how to fix them when possible.

An overhead shot of flowers that showcases why mums turn brown

Plant Problems

Are Your Mums Turning Brown? Here’s How To Revive Them

Are your Chrysanthemums turning brown, but you aren't quite sure what to do? Chrysanthemums, also known as "Mums" are a very hardy flower. The good news is that if you've seen some browning, you can likely reverse course. In this article, Jason Wilson examines what to do when you see browning, and how to recover.

Yellow Dying Pothos Plant

Plant Problems

Pothos Leaves Turning Yellow? Here’s Why, and How To Fix It

Do you have a pothos plant in your home or indoor garden area that's leaves are starting to turn yellow? Usually, this is a sign of plant stress, and your green companion plant is trying to tell you something. There are many reasons for yellowing pothos leaves, and in this guide, we explore all of them, including troubleshooting tips on how to fix it.

Snail Close Up

Garden Pests

How to Identify and Control Snails and Slugs

While they're common in gardens, many don't know much about snails. Is a snail an insect pest or something else? What's the difference between a snail and a slug? How do we stop snails from eating our plants? Expert Sarah Jay explores this topic.

Ponytail Palm Indoors

Plant Problems

Why is My Ponytail Palm Dying? Can I Revive it?

Ponytail palms can be fickle plants. They are quite beautiful though, when well taken care of. But what happens when your ponytail palm starts dying? What should you do now? In this article, amateur gardener Jason White examines the steps you should take to revive your favorite plant.