Q: The plants in my raised bed keep wilting, sometimes just a couple of hours after I have watered. I water until water pools on top and starts to run off the edges of the bed. My neighbor suggested I ...

Tropical plants require watering once every 1-2 weeks in winter, while succulents and cacti need less frequent watering. Overwatering is a common problem in winter, so it's crucial to check soil ...

Summer has arrived, and so have garden problems related to heat stress. Heat-stressed plants suffer from poor water absorption and nutrient deficiencies. Lawns turn yellow; leaves on shrubs and trees ...

If the soil has pulled away from the sides of the pot or won’t absorb water, bottom watering can help. Steinkopf recommends ...

Have you ever wondered why your plants look droopy or yellow even though you water them faithfully? Watering seems straightforward, but it can be surprisingly tricky, especially when you’re just ...

Summer is off to a dry start in the Chicago region, which means it’s time for watering. “May was very dry, so plants need more watering than we might be used to doing at this time of year,” said ...

An evergreen desert shrub common in the Middle East excretes salt crystals onto its leaves that may help the plant absorb moisture from the air. “Not only does the plant use some water, it can gain ...

The extreme heat in metro Phoenix isn’t leaving any time soon, so make your peace with it. From getting burned by your seatbelt buckle to constantly being sweaty, it's the price we pay for living here ...

Gardeners, certainly many of you (me included) have devoted an enormous amount of time outdoors this spring preparing and planting flower beds, vegetable gardens and manicuring lawns -- crafting and ...

Exactly how much and how often to water indoor plants in winter can be tricky to figure out. On one hand, houseplants grow slower in winter and generally need less water at this time; however, leaves ...

How often to water indoor plants in winter is a little different than other times of year. Get it right with these must-know tips. Tropical plants require watering once every 1-2 weeks in winter, ...