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I’ve always had a green thumb—my earliest memories are of sneaking seeds from my mom’s garden to plant in the dirt behind our house. Now, I spend my days digging into the science and soul of growing things, from heirloom tomatoes to stubborn houseplants.
Leaf Spot is where I share what I’ve learned, the tricks that actually work, and the quiet joys of watching something thrive because of your hands.
More from Theo Kirchner
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Distinguishing magnolia flower buds from leaf buds saves you from pruning away next year's blooms. 🌸 The key difference? Flower buds are plump, rounded, and fuzzy —like tiny green golf balls—while leaf buds are flatter…
Mealybugs on fiddle leaf figs turn your lush leaves into sticky, white messes faster than you can say "plant emergency." 🌿 I’ve battled these pests myself—those cottony clusters suck sap, weaken stems, and leave behind…
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Your oakleaf hydrangea’s fiery autumn show starts with this one simple step. 🍂 Those stunning red and orange leaves won’t happen if fungal spots take over—here’s how to keep them spot-free without copper sprays that…
