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What I learned from a houseplant gnat infestation – and 5 things I now do to keep pests away from my indoor plants
These little bugs multiply fast and will soon ... can beneficially increase humidity for indoor plants, I also take care to ...
Here’s how to keep your houseplants thriving through late fall and winter
As the needs of our houseplants change, there are a few things you can do to keep them alive and even thriving until spring.
Garden Q&A: How do I get rid of mealybugs? Squish, squish
There are a few approaches to treating an outbreak. First, quarantine the plant. If you’re not too squeamish, just squish all ...
How to reduce mould and protect from 'nasty colds' this winter with houseplants
Dr Deborah Lee of Doctor Fox pharmacy, in conjunction with Get Laid Beds, is encouraging the natural remedy to improve sleep ...
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Garden Q&A: What is the white residue on my plant roots?
A: It sounds like insects and not a fungus ... I think you discovered root mealybugs, a problem I have battled with some of my own indoor plants. If the plant is one that propagates easily, you have a ...
Five houseplants that 'fight off' the common cold and purify the air - including English ivy
With the cold weather comes an increase in bugs and mould, but certain house plants can help suppress the growth of mildew ...
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Cheap ways to protect your plants and garden from pests
And a tip for indoor ... my small urban veggie patch. Here are five strategies I follow. Strong-scented plants such as nasturtium, thyme, oregano, marjoram and sage may help repel certain insects ...