How To Grow Peppers Indoors

When repotting, check for slimy or malodorous roots — this is a sign of root rot, and usually means the plant should be discarded, unless most of the root system is still in good condition.

Cover the pots with plastic and place them in an area that receives bright, indirect light. If it resists your efforts, the roots are adequately formed. This makes division easier and provides your philodendron with the moisture it needs to combat the...

But once the flowers die, the fragrance goes with them. Pour the contents of each small jar into the muslin-covered funnel and strain the solution into the large jar. Seal and store the jar.

Maintain a temperature between 70 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit, and no colder than 65 degrees. Moisten the tray contents thoroughly.Cover the seed tray with a clear plastic lid or plastic bag and place the tray in bright sunlight.

Braiding the trunks of three young ficus seedlings together creates a look that makes the attractive plant even more interesting. Young ficus trees are not difficult to braid, and the plant won't be damaged, as the trunks are flexible.

Just as soil provides nutrients to the plants, planting using only water also needs a method of providing nutrients to your plants. For example, you can make other teas from organic material such as earthworm casings, eggshells and bat guano.

In nature, it grows straight up. Lucky bamboo, or Dracaena Sanderiana, is a cleverly marketed houseplant that is supposed to bring good luck to the home in which it resides. The harvester applies the wax.Removing the wax will not make a difference, as...

After you eat an avocado, you can plant the seed indoors and watch it grow into an avocado tree. When you look down at the avocado seed, it should resemble a plus sign, with a toothpicks sticking out in four directions.Place the avocado seed wide-side...

The seeds receiving salt water did not sprout. The effect is more severe on houseplants, because the chemicals build up in the small amount of soil and are not flushed away by rain.Plants need minerals to grow, but tap water can contain minerals in too...

Dr. Lindquist of Ohio State University recommends not using the same treatment three times in a row, as bugs may become resistant. Scales drain sap from the plant and their honeydew leaves the plant more susceptible to fungal infections.

Extra-large containers are decorative, and many larger plants with heavy trunks or expansive root systems require larger planters to provide adequate support. Rocks or pebbles are a natural option for the bottom of large planters.

Greenhouses are naturally humid from the respiration of plants, but there are times when more moisture must be introduced to maintain the humidity level required for rapid growth and optimum health of those plants.

Repeat the process for each hole.Rinse the pot with water, to remove any plastic shavings, before adding soil and your plant. Use a 1/2-inch drill bit for any pot that's larger than six inches.Position the drill with the bit directly on top of one of...

Your plant will not tolerate soggy soil around the roots once they are mature, so overwatering can seriously compromise the health of your plant.Place your transplanted spider plant cutting in a bright, partially sunny area of your home.

Wait a day if the soil feels moist and check again before watering. You can enjoy all the benefits of this herb by growing your own patchouli plants indoors.Choose a container at least 12 inches in diameter and 18 inches deep that will hold a plant that...

You realize you have bugs in the soil of your houseplants when you water the plants and it causes the bugs to come to the surface of the soil. The oxygen will promote healthy root growth.Sprinkle diatomaceous earth onto the surface of the soil and in...

To determine which pest is to blame, look closely at the stems and the tops and bottoms of the leaves. Insecticidal soap spray kills only on contact, so spray plants every week until the pests are no longer visible.

They typically understand that you bury a seed in the dirt and sometime later, a plant pops up. The seeds begin sprouting in a few days. Firm the cotton gently into place with your fingersDribble a little water onto the cotton moistening the surface.

Regardless of their growth type, philodendrons require similar care, which places them in the coveted category of suitable for even novice gardeners.Native to tropical and rainforest climates, philodendron is not a drought-tolerant plant.

The seeds can then germinate and mature in a controlled environment before the young plants are then transplanted to their final resting place.This method of seeding gives you greater control over growing conditions, such as protecting the soil from pests...

Many people enjoy growing houseplants for the decorative and environmental appeal. Powdery mildew is a common plant disease that attacks ferns, as well as roses, garden vegetable plants and other types of houseplants.Powdery mildew or white mold, is caused...

Nitrogen is ever present in the air but plants are not able to harvest the nitrogen from the atmosphere. Within a few hours of application, foliage is noticeably greener.Indoor plants are almost always potted.

For very large plants, you can use a 2-liter bottle, but for most plants in small-to-medium pots, a 20-oz. Cut the bottom off the bottle, following your marking. Drill four 1/4-inch holes evenly spaced around the neck of the bottle, approximately 2 inches...

By making your own homemade leaf shine, you save money and can ensure that nothing harmful will be sprayed onto your plant's foliage.Fill a spray bottle with warm water. Rub the sides of the cloth together to spread the mayo thin.Rub the mayonnaise on...

The Flower Shop Network advises that you mist lucky bamboo leaves and soil with water to maintain the plant in less humid environments. If using tap water, let it sit in a container overnight, allowing the chlorine to evaporate, before adding the lucky...

This bamboo look-alike goes by the name "lucky bamboo," and is supposed to bring luck, prosperity and health to its owner. Add as many stalks to your container as you'd like. Caring for the plant could not be easier, and once established, your lucky bamboo...

Keep it in a well-ventilated, sunny spot. From then on, allow the soil to become slightly dry between waterings. Dump the discarded soil in a plastic bag, tie it in a knot, and throw it away.Apply an insecticide specially intended for indoor plants and...