Tag: houseplant pests

Fungus Gnats: Annoying Little Flyers with a Soil Story to Tell

Mar 21, 2025

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Nicole Albertson

in Pest Prevention, Plant Care & Growing Tips

Tiny flies hovering near your houseplants might not be your favorite part of plant care—but they are trying to tell you something. Fungus gnats are more than just a nuisance; they’re part of the story your soil is telling. These little bugs often show…
Clearance Plants: Hidden Gems or Hidden Headaches?

Mar 11, 2025

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Nicole Albertson

in Growing Advice, Pest Prevention, Plant Care & Growing Tips

There’s something incredibly satisfying about rescuing a clearance plant from a store shelf. You see a struggling plant, marked down to just a few dollars, and think, “I can save this.” I do it all the time. But over the years, I’ve learned that…