Jade Plant Wrinkled Leaves: Thirsty or Root Rot? How to Tell
The Infirmary | Crassula ovata Jade plant wrinkled leaves usually mean the plant is short of water. South Dakota State University Extension puts it plainly: … Read more
The Infirmary
Expert pest control and plant disease troubleshooting protocols.
Philodendron Birkin Reverting: Why It Happens and the Fix
The Infirmary | Birkin Reversion Philodendron Birkin reverting means new leaves come out solid green or dark maroon, without the white pinstripes. It happens because … Read more
Money Tree Care: Light, Watering, Braids and Yellow Leaves
The Infirmary | Pachira aquatica Money tree care is mostly about water and light. NC State Extension says Pachira aquatica prefers indirect sunlight or a … Read more
Monstera Thai Constellation Root Rot: Signs and What to Do
The Infirmary | Monstera Thai Constellation Root Rot A Thai Constellation that wilts in wet soil, yellows quickly and smells sour at the roots probably … Read more
How to Use Neem Oil on Plants Without Burning the Leaves
The Infirmary | Pest Control How to use neem oil on plants without burning them comes down to three things: read which kind of neem … Read more
Plant Leaves Turning Yellow? Find the Cause and Fix It
The Infirmary | Leaf Diagnosis Plant leaves turning yellow are a symptom, not a disease, and where and how the yellow appears usually points to … Read more
Diatomaceous Earth for Fungus Gnats: Does It Really Work?
The Infirmary | Diatomaceous Earth for Fungus Gnats Diatomaceous earth for fungus gnats in houseplants is often recommended online as a cure. It does kill … Read more
Aloe Microstigma Care: Sun, Water and Why Leaves Turn Red
The Infirmary | Aloe Microstigma Care Aloe microstigma, the Karoo aloe or small-spotted aloe, is a South African aloe with blue-green leaves covered in small … Read more