Plant care guides
Practical, honest answers for plant lovers — watering, fertilizing, light, soil, identification, and diagnosis. Written by the Tazart team.
EdibleHow to Grow Watermelon in Containers (Full Guide)
Grow watermelon in containers with compact varieties, 15-25 gallon bags, trellis support, hand pollination, and correct watering. Harvest in 80-90 days.
10 min
HouseplantsHow to Propagate English Ivy (Roots in 3-4 Weeks)
Propagate English ivy from stem cuttings in water or soil. Where to cut, how long roots take, and exactly when to pot up — step-by-step that actually works.
9 min
HouseplantsCast Iron Plant Care (Aspidistra elatior Guide)
Cast iron plant care: low light, rare watering, and slow growth explained. The complete Aspidistra elatior guide covering light, soil, water, and common problems.
8 min read
EdibleHow Deep to Plant Corn (Seed Depth and Spacing Made Simple)
Plant corn 2.5 cm (1 in) deep in cool spring soil and 4–5 cm (1.5–2 in) in warm summer soil. Space 25–30 cm (10–12 in) apart in 4×4 blocks for pollination.
8 min
HouseplantsHow to Fertilize a Fiddle Leaf Fig (Without Burning Roots)
How to fertilize a fiddle leaf fig safely — NPK ratios, dilution math, seasonal schedule, signs of over-fertilizing, and the soil flush that saves your Ficus lyrata.
8 min
EdibleHow to Grow Microgreens at Home (10-Day Beginner Guide)
Grow fresh microgreens at home in 10–14 days. Best beginner varieties, soil vs hydro methods, blackout phase, harvest timing, and mold prevention.
10 min
EdibleHow to Plant Rhubarb (For 10 Years of Pies)
Plant rhubarb the right way — bury crowns 5 cm (2 in) deep in full sun, space 90 cm (3 ft) apart, skip year-1 harvest. A real pie crop for the next 10 years.
9 min
HouseplantsHow to Take Care of a Prayer Plant (Complete Maranta Guide)
Learn exactly how to care for a prayer plant: light, watering, humidity, soil, and why its leaves fold up at night. No more crispy brown edges.
8 min
HouseplantsHow to Water a Monstera (Stop the Yellow Leaves)
Stop overwatering your Monstera deliciosa. Learn exactly when, how often, and how deeply to water — plus how to fix yellow leaves and root rot for good.
8 min
FlowersPeony Plant Care: The Complete Guide (Paeonia)
Master peony plant care — full sun, well-draining soil, eyes 1-2 inches deep, and zero excess nitrogen. Peonies thrive for 50+ years with the right setup.
9 min
FlowersHow Deep to Plant Tulip Bulbs (The 3× Rule Explained)
How deep to plant tulip bulbs? The 3× rule means 15–20 cm (6–8 in) for standard bulbs. Depth chart by bulb size, soil type, and zone inside.
8 min
EdibleHow Far Apart to Plant Jalapeños (Spacing Guide for Big Yields)
Plant jalapeños 45 cm (18 in) apart with 60-75 cm (24–30 in) between rows for the biggest yield. Full spacing guide for in-ground beds, raised beds, and 20L containers.
8 min