7 Reasons Why Your Hibiscus Leaves Are Turning Yellow

Bsheridan1959 / Getty Images Hibiscus leaves turning yellow typically means thehibiscus plantis getting too much or insufficient water. It is native to Asia and different fromhardy hibiscus. Whileyellowing leaves is a common problem,it’s usually manageable if you find the cause early. Bsheridan1959 / Getty Images Here are seven reasons why the leaves of your tropical hibiscus are turning yellow. Container-grown hibiscus in cold climates should be brought indoors for overwintering....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words · Trevor Edwards

7 Reasons Why Your Lemon Tree's Leaves Are Curling

It’s not uncommon, but it is an early sign the tree is distressed. Curling lemon tree leaves are triggered by environmental factors, maintenance errors, insect pests and diseases. If hydration is adequate you may have an insect problem or nutrient deficiency. PhotoStock-Israel / Getty Images Take steps early to correct the problem before it impacts roots. Once roots are affected, it’s more difficult to restore the tree to good health....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 495 words · Wanda Kim

7 Reasons Why Your Seedling Leaves Are Curling Down and What to Do So Your Plants Thrive

Martin Hambleton / Getty Images Growing yourseedlingscan be a satisfying and economical way to garden. Here are 7 reasons that seedling leaves could be curling down, plus tips to fix each issue. Want more gardening tips? Martin Hambleton / Getty Images How to Fix To prevent damping off of seedlings, give the plants less water. This gives you more control over moisture in the seedlings' growing medium. Underwatering Too little watercan damage delicate seedlings....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 338 words · Rodney Jenkins

7 Reasons Your Bathroom Looks Dated (and How to Fix It), According to Designers

Are you ready to bring your bathroom into the modern era? Here are seven features that are making yourbathroom look dated, according to designers. Especially if the fixtures themselves are old or there are other outdated features in the bathroom that need upgrading. John Keeble / Getty Images Want more design inspiration? You know, the ones with large, round, exposed bulbs in a horizontal row? Tile or laminate are far more practical and modern choices....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 205 words · Elaine Wu

7 Reasons Your Dieffenbachia Leaves Are Yellowing and How to Fix It, From a Gardener

CoinUp / Getty Images Dieffenbachias are low-maintenance tropical plants that add a lush quality to just about any space. Want more gardening tips? As your plant grows new foliage, its older leaves will naturally turn yellow and fall off. CoinUp / Getty Images Yellow leaves are the first sign that something’s wrong, followed by squishy stems and rotten black roots. Stop watering immediately and allow the soil to dry out almost completely before watering again....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 324 words · Samantha Andrade

7 Reasons Your Hydrangea Leaves are Turning Yellow

Elizabeth Fernandez / Getty Images Yellowing leaves onhydrangeasdetract from the balanced appearance of these big-leafed shrubs. In colors varying from medium to dark green, hydrangea foliage provides a contrasting backdrop for dramatic blooms. Different patterns and degrees of chlorosis in the leaves offer clues for finding and correcting the problem. Elizabeth Fernandez / Getty Images Improper Watering Considering moisture problems is the best place to start. These issues are easy to identify and fix if you take steps beforeroot rotsets in....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 587 words · Sarah Mckay

7 Reasons Your Plant Is Always Droopy (and How to Fix It Fast)

But there is no need for a wilted, sad plant since the causes are so easy to identify. We spoke to master gardeners and plant experts to learn the reasons your plant is droopy all the time. With these easy fixes, your plant will perk up in no time at all. EyeEm Mobile GmbH / Getty Images Water carries nutrients to the plant, aids photosynthesis, and provides structural support. Close to 10-percent of most plants is water....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 293 words · Ebony Lamb

7 Reasons Your Pool Is Cloudy, and How to Fix It ASAP

Here are some of the most common causes and how to treat each issue. Your pool will be clear again in no time. If not enough chlorine is present, bacteria can grow andturn the pool greenor cloudy. The Spruce / Tessa Cooper The same thing can happen when there is too much alkalinity or too high a pH level. Testing the pool watereasily determines these conditions. If the pH is high or low, it’s possible for you to adjust accordingly....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 444 words · Anna Harrison

7 Reasons Your Toilet Keeps Clogging

Causes and Fixes for Toilets That Clog Repeatedly When yourtoiletkeeps clogging, you’ll want torepair itimmediately. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida Item Clogs Flushable wipescan clog home plumbing. Paper towels are another item made to resist tearing, so it is to break down in a toilet. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida If that doesn’t work, use a toilet auger (toilet snake) to pull the clog out. Only water-soluble, biodegradable materials should be flushed down the toilet....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 519 words · Jorge Hernandez

7 Rental-Friendly Lighting Hacks You Need to Brighten Your Space, Designers Say

“Ask your landlord first before drilling any holes, though. Its simple to patch up, but some rentals are strict so proceed with caution,” Khuu warns. Want more design inspiration? Kristen McGowan It adds dimension to your walls and functionality to your space," she says. She points out that there are now non-hardwired options available including plug-in and battery-operated varieties. Khuu says this is one of her all-time favorite lighting hacks as well....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 218 words · Tracy Spence

7 Shelf Styling Mistakes Designers Want You to Avoid At All Costs

One workaround designers use to counteract minimalism is layering. Designer Liz Meier suggests leaning a photo or artwork against the shelf and layering objects in front of it. Want more design inspiration? Тодорчук Екатерина / Getty Images A hint ofeclecticismintroduces character, transforming shelves into displays that draw interest. One of the easiest ways to stave off too much uniformity?Vintage. Adding pieces like vintage art, or vintage ceramics add depthand some might say “soul....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 270 words · Sherri Clark

7 Signs It's Time to Get Rid of Your Clothes

The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Getting rid of clothes is sometimes easier said than done. Here are seven signs to consider when getting rid of clothes. It Has Stains, Holes, or a Smell This might seem like an obvious sign. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly If you think an item might be salvageable, take action. Consider taking it for professional cleaning or mending. You No Longer Love It Closets are typically small areas in our homes, somaximizing spaceis key....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 320 words · Russell Navarro

7 Signs of Rats in the House and What to Do

So it is best to keep an eyeand an earout forsigns of rodent presence. Live or Dead Rat Sightings Seeing live or dead rats is a sign of an infestation. If you see them during the day, it indicates a large infestation since they prefer to be nocturnal. The Spruce / Michela Buttignol Dead rats can be a sign of rat poison traps nearby. Rat Droppings and Odor Rat droppings are roughly the size of a grain of rice....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 280 words · Eric Stafford