Houseplants

Q. I am tempted by the gorgeous azaleas available now in florist shops. Is it possible for me to plant them in my garden in spring?

Q. I received a bonsai as a gift. How do I take care of it?

Q: How can I overwinter coleus plants so I don’t have to buy new ones each spring?

Q. I have noticed tiny dark insects flying around my indoor holiday plants. What are they and will they damage these plants?

Q. I was away on vacation for several weeks and my houseplants were seriously overwatered. How can I tell if they have suffered permanent damage?

Q. I have been spraying an insecticidal soap solution on my garden plants and houseplants to control insects. How long does this product last on the plants?

Q. How do I grow a lemon tree indoors?

Q. I enjoy growing plants from cuttings and seeds. What is the procedure for starting a pineapple plant at home?

Q. Shortly after I purchased poinsettias, they began dropping their leaves. What can I do to prevent this from happening?

Q. How do I overwinter my tropical plants, such as Hibiscus, that are planted in containers and outside during the summer?

Q. I have noticed a white substance accumulating on the soil and edges of my houseplant pots. What is causing this?

Q. Are poinsettia plants poisonous?

A.The term "poisonous plants" is often associated with plants that may cause great harm or be fatal if ingested. Potential poisoning depends on the level of toxins contained in the plant and the amount consumed.