Garden Challenges

Calendula is usually one of the easiest flowers to grow—but even the toughest plants can send out distress signals….

Some plants look completely harmless—until you brush against them and end up with a rash or worse. I learned…

Spider plants are usually great at making pups, so when they don’t, it’s easy to wonder what went wrong….

Houseplants have a way of sending little warning signs—but it’s easy to miss them until things get rough. I’ve…

Hogweed might look tough and wild, but it can cause some serious trouble in your garden. Getting rid of…

Growing invasive blackberries might seem like a good idea at first, but they can quickly cause more trouble than…

I’ve been there—one day your pothos is thriving, the next it’s all legs and no leaves. It’s like it…

Citrus trees are usually pretty chill—until their leaves start curling like party streamers. I’ve been there, wondering what went…

Starting your first vegetable garden can be exciting, but it’s easy to make a few rookie mistakes along the…

Viburnum might catch your eye with its pretty flowers and lush green leaves, but don’t be fooled just yet….