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Plant Rx Houseplant Podcast
Two Costa Farms houseplant experts -- IPM Manager Michelle and Horticulturist Justin -- answer common plant questions.
Plant Pests 101: Aphids
See how to control aphids, sap-sucking insect pests that can attack your plants. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
Plant Pests 101: Mealybugs
The vampires of the plant world, mealybugs are tiny sap-suckers. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
Plant Pests 101: Spider Mites
Discover how to spot and treat spider mites on houseplants. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
Add Humidity the Natural Way
Wet pebble trays are low-tech ways of providing humidity for your houseplants. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
10 Ways to Keep Your Houseplants Happy in Winter
Your moisture-loving tropical houseplants need special care during the drying winter months. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
Get to Know Maranta
Maranta, is one of the easiest and most popular houseplants you can grow. No two leaves are alike and look like the ink blots from a Rors...
10 Ways to Save $$$ on Gardening
There are easy ways to trim the cost of gardening projects. Water less, weed less, cut down on herbicide use, and turn your landscape in...
A Shopper's Guide to Peperomia
Peperomia: It sounds more like an Italian meat or pasta than a plant group. But with more than 1000 different types, you'll find somethin...
A Shopper's Guide to Pilea
If you like unusual houseplants for terrariums or stand-alone plants that are conversation (and Instagram) worthy, then you need to take ...
The Complexities of the Fiddleleaf Fig
Fiddleleaf figs are so popular, but owners find thet they need some special care. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
10 Garden Myths Debunked
Here are 10 things about gardening that just aren't true. By Doug Jimerson
Why Do My Houseplants Have Yellow Leaves?
You don’t have to be Sherlock Holmes to figure out why your favorite houseplant is suddenly developing yellow leaves, but you do need to ...
Buy Plants Through the Mail
You buy everything online (clothes, shoes, phone chargers, sofas, your favorite coffee beans), but did you know that you can also buy pla...
A Shopper's Guide to Buying Norfolk Island Pines
Discover how to buy, care for, and enjoy Norfolk Island pines. By Doug Jimerson
A Shopper’s Guide to Crotons
Dig in and get everything you need to grow beautiful crotons -- indoors or out -- with our croton guide. By Justin Hancock
Kentucky Gardening Guide
Dig into our Kentucky Gardening Guide and get tips and ideas to keep your yard looking its best. By Justin Hancock
January Gardening Tips
Not sure what to do in your yard this time of year? Check out our tips! By Justin Hancock
Tennessee Gardening Guide
Do you garden in Tennessee? Here's everything you need to know in order to be successful. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
East Texas Gardening Guide
Discover how to be the best gardener in East Texas. Learn about planting zones, soil, rainfall. Oh, and there are monthly tips too. By Ka...
A Shopper’s Guide to Lavender
We help you pick the best types of lavender for your yard, deck, patio, or balcony, and share tips on how to grow it perfectly. By Justin...
South Florida Gardening Guide
Does gardening in South Florida have you confused? Check out our guide to gardening in this region. By Justin Hancock
A Shopper's Guide to Buying Cacti
Choose the best cacti for your home (indoors and out) with our shopping and care tips. By Karen Weir-Jimerson
North and Central Florida Gardening Guide
If you’re lucky enough to live in North Florida, then you are blessed with lots of sun, a good bit of rain, and a long growing season. He...