Today I’m talking about 7 easy beginner-friendly houseplants that you probably haven’t heard of. Because these beginner-friendly lists always have the same plants on them! One of the plants I’m spotlighting starts with an X, and I had to look up how to properly say the name several times 🙂 And I’ll probably still butcher …
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Today we’re talking about the right way to water your houseplants. I know—it sounds like something so easy that it doesn’t need a tutorial to explain it. But it’s entirely possible you’re watering your houseplants wrong if you’re just getting started. And that’s because there is a massive difference between overwatering, which is something you’re …
I have been on a fall bulb kick at the new house. I’ve done articles on How to Grow Allium, How to Grow Hyacinth, and How to Plant Tulips. I’m looking forward to seeing them sprout in the spring—but for now, I have indoor bulbs to tide me over. While you can force many bulbs …
All about the gorgeous Scindapsus treubii moonlight! Let’s talk about one of my favorites! If you’re looking to add an interesting new plant to your collection, then the scindapsus treubii ‘moonlight’ might be a good choice. The moonlight’s leaves are milky green with a silver sheen, making them stand out among your other green-leaf plants. …
How to care for holiday cacti…and get blooms! Today we’re talking about holiday cacti, including the Thanksgiving cactus and the Christmas cactus. My Thanksgiving cactus started as a cutting from my own grandmother’s plant, so it’s a really special plant in my collection. Christmas and Thanksgiving cacti can live very long lives, often being passed …
How to help the ric rac cactus thrive! I ordered my first ric rac cactus online many years ago—it’s such a cool-looking plant and was on my wish list for a while. You might hear it called a ton of different names: the fishbone cactus, the zig-zag cactus, or even an orchid cactus. It’s a …
How to care for the unique string of turtles! Have you had a chance to see a string of turtles plant in person? This plant has become very trendy in the last few years, and for good reason. It looks really cool, but it’s a peperomia—peperomia prostrata—which means it’s pretty easy to care for, too! …
How to care for hoya linearis as a houseplant Today we’re talking about a plant I first got as a cutting…and then got rid of…and then re-bought when I saw a larger plant for sale locally. It’s a hoya linearis! I seem to love hoyas more and more every year. While the linearis variety is …
All about silver sword philodendron care Today we’re talking about the silver sword philodendron—aka philodendron hastatum ‘silver sword.’ When I first got this plant, I had never seen one in person. I really only see them occasionally popping up in plant nurseries where I live for higher prices. So when a friend of mine told …
Caring for the mildly dramatic calathea Dottie I’ve written about general calathea care tips in the past, and I’ve tried many times to swear off calatheas Because they are a bit higher maintenance than some other plants. They are beautiful, though. Especially Calathea Dottie with her deep green and hot pink leaves. According to the …
Hey all! Today I am adding another hoya to my hoya care guide arsenal—the hoya obovata. One of my favorite plants in my whole collection! The obovata’s thick, flat, round, succulent-like leaves make it truly stand out. Each leaf is deep green with a gray/whitish “splash” variegation on them. It climbs and vines, making it …
How to care for the lovely philodendron white knight It’s time for a philodendron white knight care guide! White knight has lovely deep red stems that look a lot like pink princess philodendron stems. The leaves, however, are a deep green with bright white variegation. Not ivory, not cream. Bright white. While it has traditionally …
The pink princess is easier to find than ever! And pink princess philodendron care is a breeze. Learn about this gorgeous pink-variegated plant, including how to keep it pink, pricing, reverting variegation, and more. Let’s finally talk about pink princess philodendron care! Hey plant people! I am finally getting around to writing a pink princess …
Hoya crassipetiolata is a lovely plant to add to your collection. If you’re wondering whether or not hoya crassipetiolata care is difficult—this is the post for you! (Spoiler: It’s not.) My hoya crassipetiolata care guide I recently wrote about the hoya polyneura, one of the more recent hoyas I’ve added to my collection. Around the …
Xanthosoma lindenii is a tropical plant with striking green and white arrowhead-like leaves. Learn how to help this plant thrive indoors, including how much light it needs, when to water it, how much humidity it likes, and more. My xanthosoma lindenii care guide! Xanthosoma lindenii is a striking plant that reminds me a lot of …
Looking for hoya polyneura care tips? This plant’s needs are like most other hoyas, and it’s one of the newer types I’ve added to my collection. Learn more about it here. Hoya polyneura care tips I am coming out of what feels like a bit of a houseplant care guide hibernation to tackle the lovely …
Thai Constellation monstera care & propagation What was once an incredibly challenging plant to get your hands on is now an easy plant to find—the Thai Constellation Monstera! A variegated type of the classic Monstera deliciosa, the Thai’s leaves have cream and green marbled patterns, a mutation caused by a lack of chlorophyll. The cream-colored …
Bunny ear cactus, otherwise known as opuntia pallida or opuntia microdasys, is a cactus with rounded, flat paddles. Learn how to care for this classic cactus as a houseplant! All about bunny ear cactus care What do you think of when you hear “cactus”? I generally think of classic cactuses like the prickly pear, saguaro, …
When I first wrote about this plant several years ago, I talked about how I got my first epiphyllum oxypetalum cutting from my grandma. I was at her house and complimented it—she said it was a night-blooming cactus, and she actually had a cutting I could have. Later I visited my other grandmother and noticed …
How to grow the stunning string of pearls! Today we’re talking about one of the coolest succulents I own—the string of pearls. I love trailing plants and easy succulents, and this one fits the bill for both of those. String of pearls (Senecio rowleyanus) is a species of flowering plant native to the arid regions …
Learn about fairy castle cactus care. Fairy castle cactus, aka Acanthocereus tetragonus or Cereus tetragonus, is a charming small cactus with straightforward care requirements. Learn how much light it needs, what the best soil is, how to propagate it, and more with my guide. Meet the fairy castle cactus! I’ve been on a bit of …
Learn how to care for your variegated string of hearts plant, also known as Ceropegia woodii. Find out about the proper watering, lighting, and fertilization techniques for this popular houseplant, as well as tips for propagating and troubleshooting common problems. How do you take care of a variegated string of hearts? Hey there, plant people! …
Looking for Philodendron Mayoi care tips? Learn about this gorgeous variety, including how to identify a Mayoi, what kind of light it needs, if it can climb, and more. How to care for the lovely Philodendron Mayoi Philodendrons are fan favorites because with just a little bit of love, they grow fast and look gorgeous! …
Learn all about stromanthe triostar care and how to keep it looking its best! This tropical houseplant is known for its striking, pink-variegated leaves and is relatively easy to care for when provided with bright, indirect light, high humidity, and well-draining soil. How do you care for triostar stromanthe? Today we’re talking about another pink …
All about hoya rope plant care! The hoya carnosa compacta plant is an absolutely stunning vining plant closely related to the hoya carnosa (see my hoya carnosa care guide). It’s also known as the rope hoya, the hoya rope plant, and the Hindu rope plant. The stems grow long, about 1-1.5 feet, twisting and turning to …
I’ll be honest—I hadn’t heard of the philodendron tortum until relatively recently. Until I hit “order” on one, that is. I saw it pop up online and thought, “huh, that looks cool.” And my service to you? I bought it, learned about caring for it, and am now going to write about it 🙂 There …
Have questions about caring for your Peruvian apple cactus? Check out my guide, which includes information on how much light it needs, if it’s cold hardy, if you can eat the fruit, how to get it to flower, and more. How to care for the Peruvian apple cactus Hi everyone! Today I am writing about …
Did you manage to get your hands on the elusive Monstera Esqueleto? It’s getting easier to find these days! Learn how to care for the stunning “skeleton” monstera with this post. What is Monstera Esqueleto? Monsteras are beloved houseplants because they are easygoing and have stunning tropical leaves. You’re probably familiar with the Monstera Deliciosa …
Looking for tips on how to care for your new Alocasia Azlanii? Alocasia plants can be tricky, but the green, red, pink, and black foliage on this plant are worth the effort! Read on for more info. How to care for the lovely Alocasia Azlanii plant Today we’re bringing things back to the Alocasia genus, …
Dog tail cactus, aka Strophocactus testudo, is a unique trailing or climbing cactus that produces lovely fragrant flowers. Learn more about this cool variety here! All about the cool trailing dog tail cactus If you’re looking for a unique cactus that can soak up the sun, look no further. The dog tail cactus enjoys full …
Epipremnum Amplissimum, aka the silver streak pothos, is a gorgeous variety of pothos that has stunning long, pointy leaves with delicate silver striping. Learn how to care for this variety here. How do you care for Epipremnum Amplissimum? The Epipremnum Amplissimum is a variety of pothos you may not be familiar with. It’s closely related …
Philodendron Fuzzy Petiole is a fast-growing climbing plant with gorgeous ribbed green leaves. Learn how to keep it happy as a houseplant with this guide! How do you take care of a Fuzzy Petiole Philodendron? Philodendron Fuzzy Petiole plants are famous for their fuzzy petioles—who would’ve thought 🙂 If you’re new to plant terminology, petioles …
Peperomia frost is a gorgeous type of peperomia caperata—or the ripple peperomia—peperomia frost has compact silver leaves with an upright growth pattern. Learn how to care for it here. How do you care for a peperomia frost? Hey all! Today I am writing about a genus I haven’t written about a ton lately—peperomia. With the …
Philodendron jungle boogie, aka the tiger tooth philodendron, is a bold plant that boasts narrow leaves with serrated edges. Learn how to care for your next favorite philodendron with this post! How do you care for a philodendron jungle boogie? What’s the philodendron with the most fun name? I’d argue that it’s the philodendron jungle …
Today’s post is all about the ZZ chameleon plant, a cool new variety of the hardy all-green zamioculcas zamiifolia (ZZ) plant that changes colors as it grows! Learn what makes this plant special, as well as if it is variegated or not. ZZ chameleon plant care Whenever I hear someone say that they aren’t good …
Peperomia rosso is a lovely variety of the compact peperomia genus that has deep green leaves with a silver sheen. Learn how to care for the rosso, including how much light it needs, how big it gets, if it’s a succulent, and more! How do you care for a peperomia rosso? Today I’m writing about …
Wondering how to care for the brand new Lemon Meringue Pothos plant? It’s pretty much like every other pothos variety—read about it here, including where it came from! How to care for the lovely Lemon Meringue Pothos There’s nothing like a new pothos variety to perk my ears up. I love pothos—so easy, so beautiful. …
All about variegated string of pearls care! One of my more popular plant care guides is about string of pearls care, and today’s article is about a variegated cultivar of that plant—the variegated string of pearls, or senecio rowleyanus ‘variegata.’ It’s also a succulent native to the arid regions of Southwest Africa where it grows …
Philodendron mamei is a lovely creeping philodendron with green leaves and a silver/gray mottled variegation. Learn about how to care for this variety with my post! How to grow the lovely philodendron mamei Welcome, welcome to my latest edition of “Brittany buys too many philodendrons.” Today’s post is on the philodendron mamei, which I purchased …
Learn about the stunning philodendron black cardinal, a variety of erubescens with leaves that vary in color from a deep burgundy to a deep green. Find out how to help this dark variety thrive as a houseplant. How do you take care of a philodendron black cardinal? So I’m trying to write care posts for …