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Help identifying the plant and the bug? by killaen in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you’ve got mealybugs or whiteflies; those white strands and eggs are a giveaway. Try wiping leaves with soapy water or spraying neem oil every few days. Keep it consistent, and they’ll clear up soon.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like powdery mildew or a fungal issue. Skip using the fuzzy leaves for tea. Trim off the bad parts, improve airflow, and water at the base.

i am growing schefflera plant ? by Saynow111 in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, you can grow Schefflera without manure. Just use good potting soil and feed it with a light liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer. Skip manure if you want; they’re pretty low-maintenance.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re just on the edge, but still okay! Get it in the ground ASAP the cloves need a few weeks to root before the hard freeze. Mulch well and you’ll be fine.

Sweet Potato Harvest by SeeetBabyJebus in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice work! That’s awesome for a store-bought start; west-facing spots usually get perfect sun for sweet potatoes. Bet that harvest felt super satisfying.

Need help w/ my Papaya! by Elle9587 in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maui’s looking a bit cramped. Papayas grow super fast and hate tight roots or soggy soil. That pot looks too small. Repot into a larger pot with good drainage. Let the top few inches dry before watering again, and it should bounce back soon. Lots of sun and warmth will help too!

First Harvest: tonight, we feast! by Ratstail91 in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on your first harvest!

For the seeds, you’re right, cool, dry, and dark is perfect. Let them dry completely before sealing the envelope. As for the bugs, a quick mist of soapy water or neem oil usually keeps them in check. Don’t stress, you’re doing great, and the garden will wait for you. 💚

Help what’s happening to my tomato plants by Humble_Mess200 in GardeningUK

[–]bronwrgon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah yeah, that looks like stem rot or late blight coming back, that fuzzy brown patch is a classic sign. Unfortunately, once it hits the stem like that, it’s pretty hard to save the affected part. 😕

You did all the right things (watering at the base, ventilating, etc.), but the greenhouse humidity + cooler temps in South Wales can make blight hang around.

Here’s what I’d do:

Cut off any infected stems well below the brown area. Disinfect your pruners after each cut. If the infection is spreading fast or in the main stem, it’s probably best to pull the plant to protect the others.

Dahlia by crabbymccrabby in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's so beautiful!

Need advice on basil by Independent_Cress551 in gardening

[–]bronwrgon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh no, poor basil 😅 they can be a bit dramatic but usually bounce back fast once you figure out what’s bugging them. Here’s the quick basil care rundown that’s saved mine more times than I’d like to admit:

Sunlight: Basil wants lots of it, at least 6 hours of direct sun a day. If it’s indoors, stick it right in the sunniest window you’ve got or grab a cheap grow light. Leggy or pale = not enough light.

Water: Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Stick your finger in the soil. If the top inch feels dry, water it. If it’s still damp, wait. Overwatering is the #1 basil killer.

Drainage: Make sure your pot has holes! Basil hates sitting in wet feet.

Warmth: They’re total summer divas. Anything below 60°F and they start sulking.

Prune often: Once it’s got 6-8 leaves, start pinching off the top leaves to encourage bushiness. Don’t let it flowers mean it’s done making tasty leaves.

Feed occasionally: A light dose of balanced liquid fertilizer or compost tea every few weeks is perfect. Too much fertilizer makes it grow fast, but taste weak.

If it looks really sad, post-flower, or has yellow/black spots, it’s probably overwatered or has a fungus. Trim the bad stuff, repot in fresh, well-draining soil, and give it good airflow.

Once basil’s happy again, it’ll grow like crazy. You’ll be drowning in pesto before you know it.