Flowers don’t last forever once they’re cut – but it’s possible to make them last longer and look fresher with a few simple tips Receiving…
This is your one-stop online orchid guide, with brief descriptions and links to a series of farmfoodfamily articles on the basics of orchid cultivation. This…
The amount of light an orchid needs depends on the type of plant, but here are general guidelines that will help optimize the health of…
With Spring here and Summer just around the corner it’s time to get your houseplants ready for a new growing season. Here’s a quick guide…
Lilies, castor beans, cycad palms, rhododendrons, azaleas, laurels, yews, crocuses, foxgloves and oleanders are among the most common poisonous plants for cats and dogs. Many…
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Overwatering is the most common cause of plant death. Luckily not only is it preventable, in many cases an overwatered plant can be saved. Keep…
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The Maranta family consists of 4 closely related plants. While often challenging to grow they are prized for their colorful foliage. Read on for more!…
