Juan D. Rivera started learning everything he could about plants, farming, livestock, and ecosystems at a young age. Since then, he’s earned a Master’s degree in wildlife biology (Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México) and a PhD in forestry (North Carolina State University), both with an emphasis on conservation farming and renewable technology. He has worked in planning crops for companies and workshops, as an educational consultant and writer.
Crassula Ovata, better known as the jade plant, is a popular houseplant across the globe due to its low maintenance and ability to go long periods of time without water. The sun-loving succulent is easy…
How big do jade plants get? That’s the question we have all been asking ourselves! Jade plant (crassula ovata), also known as money plant or lucky plant, can grow up to 12 feet tall if…
When I first dove into the world of hydroponics, I had a lot to learn. I mean, the idea of growing plants without soil? It felt like I was defying nature. But as I rolled…
If you’re sitting at home wondering, ‘Why is my cactus squishy?’ then you have landed on the right page! In this article, I’ll be discussing why you have a soft cactus and how to fix…
If you have landed on this page, then chances are you’re sitting at home wondering, ‘Why is my cactus shrinking?’. In this article, I will be guiding you through the top five most common reasons…
Hydroponic gardening has been a longtime favorite for growers that want to maximize their harvest. Hydroponics allows one to tweak virtually all stimuli into being ideal for the specific plants being grown. The biggest advantage…
Jade plants are some of the most beautiful and simple succulents to grow. They’re hardy houseplants with jade green foliage that’s plump, healthy, and difficult to destroy. This is why it’s one of the best…
Is your jade plant falling over? Then you have landed on the right page! In this article, I am going to give you the eight most common reasons a jade plant falls over. Jade plants…
Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) are fairly low maintenance plants and can thrive off of little attention. But this doesn’t mean that you should be negligent with your houseplant. If you have noticed your Christmas cactus turning…