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Diagnose and fix common plant problems like yellowing or pests

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• Brown Leaf Tips on Houseplants: The Real Reasons (And Fixes)

  Crispy brown tips are annoying but fixable. Here is what causes them and how to prevent them.

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• Dealing with Fungus Gnats Without Losing Your Mind

  Those tiny flies hovering around your plants are annoying but fixable. Here is how to get rid of them for good.

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• How to Transition Plants Indoors for Winter

  Your outdoor plants need to come inside before the first frost. Here is how to do it without bringing pests along.

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• Beginner Guide to LECA Setup

  Rinse, buffer, fertilize, and maintain stable moisture with semi-hydro basics.

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• 5 Low-Light Champs for Apartments

  ZZ plants, snake plants, and pothos that thrive with minimal sun while keeping air clean.

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• How to Mix Your Own Potting Soil (And Why You Should)

  Store-bought potting soil is fine, but custom mixes work better. Here is how to build soil for your specific plants.

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• White Mold on Potting Soil: Gross, Common, and Usually Fixable

  That fuzzy white stuff on your potting soil looks scary, but it is often a moisture and airflow problem. What causes mold, types of mold (white, green, black), when to worry vs ignore, prevention strategies, and treatment methods.

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• Monstera Aerial Roots: Keep Them, Cut Them, or Train Them?

  Those brown tentacles dangling from your monstera are not a problem. Here is what they do and what to do with them.

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• Why Your Monstera Has No Splits (And How to Fix It)

  Monstera leaves should split as they mature. If yours are staying solid, here is what is going wrong.

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• Why Your Peace Lily Is Drooping (And How to Fix It in One Day)

  Peace lilies are dramatic, but they are predictable. Here is how to tell thirsty droop from root rot and get your plant standing again.

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• How to Spot Plant Pests Before They Take Over

  Most pests are invisible until they are everywhere. Here is how to catch them early and save yourself weeks of frustration.

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• Why Your Pothos Is Turning Yellow (And How to Fix It)

  Overwatering, root rot, or nutrient issues - decode the yellow leaves and save your plant.

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• How to Repot a Plant Without Causing a Meltdown (Yours or the Plant)

  Repotting is stressful for plants and humans. Here is a step-by-step guide to do it quickly, cleanly, and without regret.

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• How to Save an Overwatered Plant (Before It's Too Late)

  Root rot rescue guide - dry out soil, trim dead roots, and give your plant a second chance.

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• Spider Mites on Houseplants: The Tiny Pest That Wrecks Your Week (Treatment Guide)

  Spider mites are hard to see and easy to ignore until your leaves look dusty, speckled, and sad. Learn how to spot them early (paper test, webbing, speckles), treat them effectively (spray, wipe, repeat for 3-4 weeks), and prevent them from returning (humidity, inspection routine).

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• Succulents for Beginners: Which Ones Actually Survive Indoors

  Not all succulents thrive indoors. Here are the easiest ones that actually work in low light and dry air.

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• Winter Watering Rules to Avoid Root Rot (Most Common Winter Mistake)

  Winter is when most plants die from overwatering. Learn how to adjust soak schedules for dormancy, check soil dryness by weight or finger test, improve airflow in heated rooms, and troubleshoot yellowing leaves, fungus gnats, and root rot. Plant-specific winter watering schedules included.

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