Even the hardiest houseplants need water, but when they can't tell us they're thirsty, it's very easy to accidentally overwater them. Overwatering can lead to damage, create conditions for pests, and ...

Watering plants seems simple. You grab a watering can, pour, and hope for the best. But what if that “helpful” habit actually sabotages your greenery? Every day, countless plants perish not from ...

However, many of us may be guilty of overwatering without even realizing it. Recent discussions among gardeners have revealed that many have been following outdated watering practices for years, ...

How much water do you drink per day? Your answer won't be the same as that of every other person you know. Water needs vary among individuals, and that's true for plants as well as people. To keep ...

It can take time to realize that you're ready. Maybe you've noticed friends posting about theirs on social media or you have neighbors who have one or two. You start researching all the important ...

One of the first steps in saving an overwatered plant is to adjust its watering schedule. Make sure you only water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. This will give the plant time to ...

Even cacti need water occasionally. Here's when you should give them a drink.

Test the soil for moisture before watering wilted plants. Both too much and too little water can cause wilting during hot temperatures. Water in the morning or evening during cooler parts of the day.

Overwatering is a common killer of — or stress producer — for many plants, and it’s a waste of an important natural resource, not to mention money resources. When I contribute a plant problem or plant ...

May, the most popular month of the year for gardening, has come to an end. For people who consider themselves to be born without a green thumb, challenges lie ahead. Buying plants, digging holes and ...