What causes leaves on Umbrellas to drop off? I’ve had my plant since April 2017, and the top half of the leaves have turned brown and fallen off. I don’t want to water it too much because I’m afraid it’ll kill it or even worse, cause rot. Should I cut it back? Schefflera umbellata is …
Dracaena fragrans (corn plant) has beautiful flowers and leaves, but unfortunately, they tend to curl upwards. This makes them look unkempt and unattractive. How can I fix this problem? Dracaenas are tropical plants native to South Africa. They come in various colors such as red, pink, white, yellow, orange, purple, and blue. The flowers of …
Fittonia is a relative newcomer in the herb garden scene. This tropical perennial has large, fleshy leaves that curl at the edges. What causes this fascinating shape change? Fittonia grows from seeds or cuttings taken from mother plants, and they prefer warm temperatures. They don’t tolerate frost, and their foliage only lasts from spring through …
How many times have you heard someone say something along the lines of “I want to get fit and look good”? The problem is…they don’t mean exactly what they said. Fitness means different things to different people. Some people mean having muscle tone and being able to lift heavy weights. Others might mean looking great …
