Houseplant Care

This is your treasure trove of houseplants care tips for a wide variety of houseplants! Learn about various Houseplants and the light, watering, repotting, fertilizers they prefer, and other essential Houseplant care topics.
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How to Make an Orchid Grow A New Spike
How to Make an Orchid Grow A New Spike - Do you have a stubborn orchid that refuses to grow a new flower spike? This article share the 1 little known secret to “force” your moth orchid to grow a brand new flower spike. It is easier than you’d think!
Are Geraniums Perennials or Annuals?
Are geraniums perennials or annuals? The answer does not have a simple black-and-white answer, so keep reading to find out! Part of it involves confusion among botanical names and common names, but it also has to do with your growing environment.
Droopy Orchid Leaves – 1 Fix To Revive Your Plant
Does your moth orchid, or Phalaenopsis, have droopy (and maybe even wrinkled leaves) and you’re not sure what’s causing it? And you don’t know how to fix it? Check out this article where I share the various causes of of this issue and the 1 thing that you can do to fix the situation!
How to Grow Impatiens From Cuttings
Impatiens plants are super easy to grow from cuttings. Whether you want to simply grow more plants, or even to propagate some to save and grow over the winter indoors, I’ll show you exactly how easy it is to root impatiens cuttings so that you have an abundance of plants.
Caladium Problems: 10 Common Problems & Questions Answered!
You can’t beat the colorful foliage of Caladiums, whether you grow them indoors, outdoors, in the ground, or in pots! And there has been no shortage of questions and caladium problems from my readers. Here are some of the most common questions and problems that people often have with Caladiums (along with detailed answers.)
12 Amazing “String of…” Plants to Add to Your Collection
12 Amazing “String of…” Plants to Add to Your Collection - Are you as obsessed with “String of…” plants as I am? From String of Pearls to String of Pickles and everything in between, here are 12 fascinating plants that you can add to your collection!
How to Grow Lantana in Pots: Ultimate Care Guide
Lantanas are one of the best annuals for full sun. Not only are they super easy to care for in pots, but they are also deer resistant, heat tolerant and bloom their heads off for you. They also attract a variety of insect pollinators. For all these reasons, I grow lantana plants in my garden every year without fail.
Pink Princess Philodendron Seeds: Why You Should Not Buy!
Pink Princess Philodendron Seeds: Why You Should Not Buy! - Can you grow Philodendron ‘Pink Princess’ from seed? The answer is, well, a bit complicated, but I will give you a quick, practical answer in this article. I will also go into the best methods to propagate this very popular variegated houseplant, as well as where you can purchase it!
String of Bananas Soil Propagation
I do enjoy water propagating many plants, but I’m growing more and more fond of soil propagation, especially for succulents. Both methods will work of course, but I wanted to show just how easy and efficient String of Bananas propagation in soil really is. And all without having to bother with rooting in water first and then transferring to soil.
Planting Caladium Bulbs: Which End is Up and Other Tips
Few plants beat the foliage color of Caladiums! They come in a staggering array of colors, and offer a wonderful pop of color, whether you are planting them for indoors or outdoors. Planting Caladium bulbs can be a little tricky, so keep reading to find out all about how to plant them, how to tell which end is up, when to plant, and a lot more.
Rubber Plant Aerial Roots: The Definitive Guide
Did you know that rubber plants (Ficus elastica) can grow aerial roots? Many types of plants grow aerial roots and they can serve different functions. Keep reading to learn all about rubber plant aerial roots, why they grow, and what their purpose is.
How to Make an Orchid Grow A New Spike
How to Make an Orchid Grow A New Spike - Do you have a stubborn orchid that refuses to grow a new flower spike? This article share the 1 little known secret to “force” your moth orchid to grow a brand new flower spike. It is easier than you’d think!
31 Best Houseplants for North Facing Windows (w/ Pics)
Here are some of the most beautiful, and best houseplants for north facing windows. You don’t have to be limited in your plant selection if you don’t have any sunny windows! There are still plenty of choices that you can grow in lower light. Here are 31 beautiful selections.
Are African Violets Poisonous to Cats? 3 Things to Know!
Are African Violets (Saintpaulia) toxic to cats? Keep reading this short post to find out the simple answer, and also to discover some things that you may not have thought of that are important to consider so you can keep your beloved pets safe!
String of Bananas Soil Propagation
I do enjoy water propagating many plants, but I’m growing more and more fond of soil propagation, especially for succulents. Both methods will work of course, but I wanted to show just how easy and efficient String of Bananas propagation in soil really is. And all without having to bother with rooting in water first and then transferring to soil.