8 months ago
How to Harvest Spinach for Best Flavor and Growth
Harvest spinach when leaves are large enough to use but still young and tender. Pick outer leaves first or cut the whole plant, and store in the refrigerator.
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8 months ago
How to Harvest Kale for Continuous Growth
Harvest kale by picking the outer leaves once they are full-sized. Leave the center growing, harvest regularly for tender leaves, and store in the refrigerator.
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11 months ago
How to Harvest Flowers for Long-Lasting Arrangements
Harvest flowers early in the day with clean cuts just before full bloom. Place in cool water right away and refresh stems and water every few days to keep them lasting longer.
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8 months ago
How to Harvest Carrots for Best Flavor and Crispness
Harvest carrots once roots reach usable size and feel firm. Loosen soil before pulling, trim the tops, and store roots in the refrigerator.
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8 months ago
Soil Mites: Are They Good or Bad for Your Plants?
Discover what soil mites are and their crucial role in plant health. Learn to identify them, understand their benefits, and see why most soil mites are not harmful to your plants.
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6 months ago
Millipedes in houseplants: friend or foe? How to manage them
Millipedes are usually beneficial decomposers in soil, but large populations can harm plants. Learn when millipedes become a problem and how to safely manage them in your potted plants.
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7 months ago
How to grow plants from seeds and cuttings
Learn how to grow new plants from seeds or cuttings. Track their full lifecycle, from starting as a seed or cutting through various growth stages, all the way to harvest.
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11 months ago
Why Plant Scientific Names Change: Understanding Taxonomy Revisions
A taxonomic revision is when botanists regroup plants in a new family tree that better reflect new information found in new studies. It often leads to a change the scientific name for some of the affected plants.
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6 months ago
Create Custom Plant Care Reminders
Learn how to set personalized plant care reminders beyond standard routines. Create custom tasks for watering, rotating, fertilizing, or any other specific need your plants have.
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8 months ago
How to Harvest Broccoli for Best Quality and More Yield
Harvest broccoli when the main head is firm and tight before the buds begin to open. Cut the central head first, refrigerate after picking, and allow side shoots to continue producing.
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8 months ago
How to Harvest Moschata Squash for Best Flavor and Storage
Harvest moschata squash when the rind is firm and the stem has dried. Cut with stem attached, cure before storage, and keep in a cool, dry place.
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8 months ago
How to Harvest Apples for Best Flavor and Storage
Harvest apples when they reach full color and detach easily with a gentle lift and twist. Store in a cool place or refrigerate, and pick promptly once mature.
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11 months ago
Why Outdoor Plants Struggle Indoors: A Guide
It can be crushing to see your once-healthy outdoor plants start to suffer when you bring them inside, especially if you can't figure out what went wrong. Here's some info about why this happens!
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11 months ago
Planta Community Guidelines: Rules for Our Plant Lovers
Community Guidelines for the Planta Community
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8 months ago
How to Harvest Basil for a Bushy Plant
Harvest basil by cutting stems just above a leaf pair. Pick regularly to keep the plant bushy, use fresh for best flavor, and avoid letting it flower.
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11 months ago
What are Variegated Plants? Care Tips, Types, and More
Even if you’re new to plants and the growing hobby, you’ve most likely stumbled upon the word variegated. What are these popular plants, and what makes them differ from their counterparts?
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11 months ago
How to rejuvenate a leggy or bald hanging plant
When a plant reaches its full potential and then begins to deteriorate due to age or environmental issues, you can start over by rejuvenating it.
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7 months ago
How to Harden Off Plants Started Indoors
Hardening off is a crucial step to prepare indoor-grown seedlings for outdoor conditions. Learn how to gradually acclimate your plants to prevent transplant shock and ensure they thrive.
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11 months ago
How to transplant a plant into semi-hydroponics
Transplanting a house plant into semi-hydro isn't too tricky. It's like giving your plant a cool new home with a different kind of setup.
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8 months ago
How to Harvest Collard Greens
Harvest collard greens by picking the outer leaves once they are large and tender. Leave the center growing, harvest regularly for continued production, and store in the refrigerator.
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