An annual or biennial, native to the Mediterranean, and introduced in North America, where it is most abundant in the arid west, but also widespread throughout the continent. Prefers full sun and exposed conditions. Tolerates mesic conditions when there is less competition from other plants, but usually found in drier conditions. Sensitive to air pollution, … Read more
Don’t Despair, Droopy Alpine Storksbill! Fixing a Drooping Flower The delicate pink or purple blooms of alpine storksbill bring elegance to any garden. But it’s disheartening when those lovely bell-shaped flowers start drooping down instead of facing upward. A droopy alpine storksbill needs some TLC to get it looking perky again. In this article, we’ll … Read more
How to Get Rid of Those Pesky Spider Mites on Your Alpine Stork’s Bill Flowerhouse Plants As a longtime indoor gardener I know firsthand how irritating spider mite infestations can be. After noticing those telltale speckles on the leaves of my alpine stork’s bill I knew I had to take action before these tiny pests … Read more
Prevent the panic of yellowing Storks Bill leaves with our guide to keeping them lush and green! As a gardener noticing your alpine storks bill flowers’ leaves turning yellow can be alarming. However with careful observation and quick action, you can get to the root of the issue and restore your plants’ health. In this … Read more
Demystifying Curled Leaves on Alpine Storksbill Plants That first sight of your Alpine Storksbill’s once lush green leaves contorted into odd curls and coils is enough to make any gardener scratch their head After carefully tending to these elegant perennials prized for their delicate flowers and lacy foliage, why is the greenery now warped and … Read more
When ants have made a full-time home in the rootball of one of my potted plants, I use a cheap, non-toxic substance to get rid of them. It’s called water. I’ll explain how I go about this using the example of one of my coffee plants, which last week became the home to an Argentine … Read more
With its delicate pink blooms and lacy foliage, alpine storksbill adds elegance and charm to any garden. But this beautiful mountain wildflower requires some specific care to thrive This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to successfully grow healthy, vibrant alpine storksbill flowers An Overview of Alpine Storksbill Alpine storksbill (Erodium alpinum) is … Read more
The elegant and delicate Alpine Stork’s Bill flower, scientifically known as Erodium reichardii, is truly a sight to behold in any garden However, like all flowers, proper care and maintenance is required to keep your Alpine Stork’s Bill thriving and putting on a spectacular floral display A key part of caring for these flowers is … Read more
Squash vine borers are a common, destructive pest that can kill countless squash plants during the summer growing season. In this article, you’ll find out how to identify squash vine borers AND how to prevent them or stop them from killing your squash plants using organic methods. Here are six things you can do to … Read more
Alpine storksbill, also known by its botanical name Erodium reichardii, is a pretty flowering plant that can add a pop of color to any garden. However, like all plants, it can fall victim to various pests As a gardener, being able to identify and treat infestations is crucial for keeping your alpine storksbill healthy and … Read more