Watering & Plant Care

Walk through any houseplant collection and chances are your eyes will be drawn to the plants splashed with creamy whites, soft yellows, silvery streaks, pink blushes, or marbled patterns. These striking markings are known as variegation, and they transform ordinary leaves into living works of art.

Marigolds are among the most dependable annual flowers for high desert gardens. Their bright yellow, gold, orange, and sometimes red blooms provide months of color while thriving in the sunny, dry conditions common throughout Northern Nevada and other high desert regions.

There is something almost magical about a Japanese maple. Their delicate leaves, graceful branching, and glowing fall color make them one of the most beautiful ornamental trees you can plant.

When it comes to keeping a garden healthy and thriving, watering is one of the most important jobs, and one of the easiest to get wrong.

Shelves are packed with endless options, different ratios, formulas, and promises. But more choice doesn’t always mean better results. At Moana Nursery, we believe growing healthy plants should be simple, effective, and trusted.

In the high desert climate of places like Reno, bringing a touch of the tropics indoors can feel like a small victory against dry air, intense sun, and fluctuating temperatures.

Fungus gnats are common pests that houseplant owners encounter. What are they and what can you do to prevent and treat them?

With its dramatic, trumpet-shaped flowers and intoxicating fragrance, Angel's Trumpet (Brugmansia) can transform any garden. However, it's important to approach this beautiful plant with care.

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri, commonly known as Easter Cactus or Spring Cactus, is a stunning succulent that blooms in spring, adding a burst of color to indoor gardens.

Qui-Key is a simple, yet powerful irrigation tool that makes turning your irrigation system on or off a breeze. It’s especially useful when your valve tube is filled with debris or water.