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What’s The Best Soil for Bird of Paradise Plants?

March 30, 2023June 6, 2022 by Alex K. Worley

The nature of the potting mix or soil significantly affects the development of your bird of paradise plant. A poor growing media leads to an unhealthy plant, even if you provide optimal environmental conditions. Loam … Read more

Categories Indoor Plants, Outdoor Gardens, Plant Food Tags Bird of Paradise

Sphagnum Moss vs Peat Moss – Differences and Uses

March 30, 2023April 9, 2022 by Alex K. Worley

There’s often confusion when it comes to differentiating sphagnum moss from peat moss perhaps because they’re two different forms of the same plant. Approximately 380 species of sphagnum moss are in existence. Commercial sphagnum moss … Read more

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How to Get Rid of Flies in Compost

March 30, 2023March 7, 2022 by Alex K. Worley

Flies like compost because it guarantees them a constant food supply and a suitable place to lay and hatch their eggs. The pesky insects are not just a nuisance at home but they also carry … Read more

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Homemade Palm Tree Fertilizer- Ingredients + Recipes

March 30, 2023October 29, 2021 by Alex K. Worley

Palm trees are prone to nutrient deficiencies and require proper feeding to grow healthy.  Determining how much nutrients your plant needs is, therefore, vital. But using synthetic fertilizers is not always the best thing to do, which … Read more

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Epsom Salt for Palm Trees – Is it Good + How to Use it

March 30, 2023September 16, 2021 by Alex K. Worley

One of the common problems with growing palm trees is the yellowing of the leaves as a result of magnesium deficiency. A great remedy for this problem is using Epsom salt to fix magnesium deficiency. So, … Read more

Categories Plant Food, Indoor Plants Tags Palm Trees

Can You Compost Citrus Peels (Lemon and Orange)?

March 30, 2023August 28, 2020 by Alex K. Worley
Citrus in compost

If you like composting like me, you know there are times when you have citrus remnants in your kitchen, and you wonder whether it is a good idea to toss them into your compost. Eggshells, … Read more

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Is Wax Paper Compostable and Biodegradable?

March 30, 2023June 21, 2020 by Walter Samuel
Is wax paper compostable and biodegradable

Wax paper is a common kitchen supply in many homes, institutions, and restaurants due to its efficient waterproofing that prevents sogginess in stored food. If you have plenty of used wax paper, you’re probably wondering … Read more

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Are Mushrooms Decomposers? Benefits in Gardening + Composting

March 30, 2023June 20, 2020 by Alex K. Worley
Are mushrooms decomposers

Looking for a way to organically boost plant growth in your home garden? Tired of toxic chemicals from artificial fertilizers leeching into your plants and killing them off? Well, time to consider using mushroom compost. … Read more

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Are Coffee Grounds Good for Roses?

March 30, 2023June 11, 2020 by Alex K. Worley
Coffee grounds for roses

Roses prefer a slow-release nitrogen fertilizer to grow healthy and bloom adequately. They also like slightly acidic soil with a pH between 6 and 6.5. Raw coffee grounds contain a considerable amount of nitrogen, making … Read more

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9 Best Fertilizers for Citrus Trees in 2022 [Organic + Synthetic]

March 30, 2023June 11, 2020 by Walter Samuel

Citrus trees are heavy feeders and will produce healthy fruit if the fertilizer schedule is properly maintained. They require a high ratio of nitrogen and potassium but low phosphorus. With that in mind, what’s the … Read more

Categories Plant Food Tags Citrus
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