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.
Ergh, the word all us succulent lovers hate to hear! Pests, bugs, and more specifically, fungus gnats! Gnats on succulents, or in fact, any indoor houseplant, is a pain. But what causes fungus gnats? What…
If you’ve walked through a field of Christmas trees, you know it’s magical. The piney scent filled the air and the needles crunched underfoot. For a lot of people, the thought of having a Christmas…
Jade plants (Crassula Ovata) are beautiful succulent plants that are popular worldwide. In this article, I will be answering the question, ‘How often do jade plants bloom?’. You will learn exactly when jade plants bloom,…
One method of hydroponic growing involves the use of growing towers. These hydroponic growing towers are columns with many openings in which to plant sprouts and grow crops. Nutrients are usually dripped in from above…
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…