Plant Care in Greenhouses

Five October care steps for true lilies: remove diseased debris, check bulbs and pests, wait to cut green stems, and protect plants for winter.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 19, 2026

A professional gardener recommends moving tender plants, grouping outdoor pots and insulating containers before the first frost.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 17, 2026

Six October care steps for irises, including foliage cleanup, rhizome checks, dividing guidance and mulch advice by iris type.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 16, 2026

Garden experts say mycorrhizal fungi can support root development and nutrient uptake when planting shrubs and trees, though results can vary.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 16, 2026

A practical guide to growing pomegranates, from choosing a sunny site and planting to watering, pruning and judging when fruit is ripe.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 15, 2026

Borage is an easy-to-grow annual with blue, bee-visited flowers. Learn about sowing, spacing, self-seeding and food-safety concerns.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 14, 2026

Vermiculite holds water in seed-starting and potting mixes. Learn when to use it, how to choose a blend and why more is not always better.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 14, 2026

A gardening guide explains how to protect hardy chrysanthemums through winter, with advice on planting time, mulch and container care.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 12, 2026

Gardening Know How recommends October semi-hardwood cuttings for rosemary, lavender, fuchsia, holly and boxwood, with careful moisture and winter care.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 11, 2026

Yarrow offers flowers for insect visitors and tolerates dry conditions once established, but its spreading roots call for careful placement.

• The DIY Greenhouse Team
• October 10, 2026