Tag Archives: gardening

A frustrated employee shared images of a staggering amount of plants set for the garbage at their Home Depot, sparking a heated discussion about the company’s supply chain. What happened? The employee posted a series of photos in a subreddit community for Home Depot associates not officially affiliated with the company. Rows and rows of carts are filled to the …

What’s the problem?My rabbit’s foot fern (Davallia fejeensis) has developed small, brown lumps along its stems and is leaving sticky droplets on nearby surfaces. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. DiagnosisThese brown bumps are almost certainly scale insects. Often mistaken for part of the plant, the scales …

If you spend any time gardening, you probably understand what I mean when I say it feels good — despite the lifting, sweating and straining involved. Yes, exercise is good for our bodies, but there’s something about digging in the dirt while listening to a bird soundtrack that lifts my spirits. Even the scent of the soil and mulch makes …