The Plant Farm Blog

There are many reasons why a plant may not be blooming as you would like it to.   The first thing you will want to figure out is when your plant typically blooms. Some plants bloom all year long, while...

When do I water my plant?  It is best to check plants on a schedule and only water them when they need it. The watering needs of houseplants often fall into one of four categories: high, medium-high, medium-low, and low...

In general, there are four terms used for the kind of light needed for indoor plants: direct light, bright indirect light, medium light, and low light.  Direct light is when sunlight directly hits your plant. This is usually a plant...

A good indication that your plant is ready for a bigger pot is if it has grown quite a bit since its last transplant and needs watering much more frequently. In some cases, your plant may even begin to show...

Spider Mites: Spider mites are extremely small pests that live in colonies on the undersides of leaves and suck sap from plants. They are destructive and often difficult to spot due to their tiny size. They spread quickly from plant...

When it comes to plants, there are different levels of toxicity for animals. The toxicity level ranges from mild to deadly. There are even plants that are toxic to dogs and not to cats and vice versa. It is always...

A common question we get asked is “What kind of soil should I use for this plant?” In general, most houseplants prefer a good potting mix. We do not recommend using anything labeled “potting soil”, “garden soil” or “raised bed...

It is always an exciting day when you receive your cuttings in the mail! You can fit three to five cuttings into a four inch pot. The more you put in, the fuller your plant will be. First, fill a pot...

A plug is a plant that was grown in a large tray with many cells. When you receive your plug, you will want to soak it in water for one to two hours before potting it. Then plant your plug into...

#1 - Start with a hanging basket that is quality grown.  Not all hanging baskets are created equal. Baskets from The Plant Farm have been tested and approved by our in-house growing team.   #2 - Water, Water, Water!  This...