Whether it is a black finger or just facing a dejected fiddleleaf fig, seeing a withered plant is never pleasant; the feeling of guilt that arises may make people want to throw it into the trash can. But instead of doing this, it is better to try to...
Whether it is a "black finger" or just facing a dejected fiddleleaf fig, seeing a withered plant is never pleasant; the feeling of guilt that arises may make people want to throw it into the trash can. But instead of doing this, it is better to try to give them reuse value in various ways; if you have "green fingers", you can cut off the leaves and branches that are still healthy, place them in water or soil, and then pray that they will grow new shoots and roots.
The House Digest website points out that propagation is not the only option for dealing with dying plants. If you have sworn off growing plants due to countless failures, you might as well try innovative methods: turn dead leaves into leaf art, or turn them into mulch and compost to nourish other plants.
{99 9} Use dead green plants to create leaf artMake good use of creativity and use dead plants to make leaf art, which is an excellent pastime for a leisurely weekend; there are many ways to create, depending on the state of the leaves and personal aesthetic preferences. For leaves that still look good and are not completely yellow, you can try to press them and then frame them for display. Clip the leaves into thick book pages and let them sit for two to four weeks until they are completely dry. When the leaves are dry, put them into a photo frame and you can decorate your home space.
As for leaves that are yellowing or have poor appearance, you might as well try leaf vein rubbing. Just paint the leaves and stamp them on paper. You can be creative and collage different leaves or even add hand-painted details or images. The process is fun and when completed you will have a unique creation that will add style to your home.
Use wilted plants as mulch and compostWilted plants are an excellent source of homemade mulch, but be sure to make sure they are not dead from infection or disease; otherwise, they may cause more problems for the garden and harm other plants. Check wilted plants carefully for signs of disease. If there are no signs, the cause of wilting can be determined based on the plant type, lifespan and daily care needs. Certain plants, such as orchids, are always difficult to care for and may even wilt for no apparent reason.
After confirming that the dead plant can be safely used as mulch, chop the leaves and spread them evenly on the soil surface of other plants. A two to three inch thick layer of mulch usually works best, mixed with dead leaves and other organic materials to provide adequate coverage for the garden. When laying mulch, be sure not to accumulate it around the base of the plant or around the trunk to avoid damage. Converting dead plants into mulch can effectively promote the healthy growth of other trees and shrubs. If you are composting, you can also add dead plants to it. This is an easy way to make the best use of the materials, as long as the attached soil is completely removed beforehand.
