What Causes Turnips to Crack or Rot?

When heavy rain strikes, chimney leaks can pose a significant problem for homeowners who rely on fireplaces or boilers for heating. Not only can these leaks damage roofs, ceilings, and walls, but they can also result in costly repairs. This article will explore the causes of chimney leaks during heavy rain, highlight the importance of flashing and chimney caps in preventing leaks, and underscore the risks associated with ignoring these issues.

Most cucumbers you grow in the garden make it obvious if they’re ailing. The leaves of Cucumis sativus plants get spots, perhaps, the fruits have holes, or both turn yellow or start shriveling.But “hollow heart” cucumbers don’t reall

Are your homegrown carrots forked, branching, twisted, or knobby? While they may make for amusing photos, these deformed vegetables can make food preparation a challenge – try turning a twisted carrot into carrot sticks!These odd-shaped vegetables can also be a sign of serious garden problems. But what causes these d

If you’ve ever walked into a plant nursery, especially one in your nearest big box home improvement or farm and garden store, you may have encountered some not-so-good-looking celosias.We link to vendors to help you find r

Listen, I adore roses, but even I can admit that categorizing these plants has gotten a little bit, shall we say, confusing.I mean, a “shrub” is a group classification, but al

It recently came into news and attracted the attention of environmentalists and biologists. According to the Fox News–“In brief, the sap prevents your skin from protecting itself from sunlight, which leads to a very bad sunburn.”

Tropical garden croton, Codiaeum variegatum, is a striking foliage plant with bold, leathery leaves in shades of yellow, red, and green.Variegation creates a dazzling array of contrasting

In order to succeed in this world, you have to keep your moneymakers in decent condition.Talented singers exercise their vocal cords, pro athletes wor

Like humans, there are some plants that come alive in the dead of winter and then there are some that need a little something extra to get through the cold months.Rhododendrons, like yours truly, nee

The term “rose mosaic” may sound like a good thing. Maybe you imagine it denoting an artistic way to display particularly pretty blossoms, for example. But boy are you in for a surprise if this sounds like you.Rose mosaic sucks. It does cause some interesting pattern

I know what you’re thinking: yet another thing you have to do to take care of your roses?! Isn’t all the pruning, deadheading, pest control, and disease prevention enough?!Don’t worry, this task is easy and not everyone

Before you became a gardener, you may never have heard the term “bolting” before.At least, not in this particular context. Maybe you’re only now h