This article covers spider mites, including what they are, how to get rid of them on your houseplants, and more! All about spider mites on houseplants I don’t ever love getting any sort of pests on my plants, but it does happen. And one good thing about it is that I can get some great …
Care Guides
My pilea peperomioides care guide covers what you need to know to help this plant thrive. How to care for pilea peperomioides (Chinese money plant) Today we’re talking about pilea peperomioides care. Pilea pep is one of those plants that always elicits oohs and ahhs from people. It has a unique growth pattern and large, …
This article shares all about my experience caring for the ponytail palm. How to care for a ponytail palm plant! My ponytail palm was one of my oldest plants…until I rehomed it. Many years ago, I shipped my beloved ponytail palm off to live in an atrium at my work because my cat Henry was …
Today we’re talking about the fiddle leaf fig, a plant that experienced a huge surge in popularity in the 2010s! But it also truly remains a classic. The plant’s uniquely shaped leaves and ability to grow to great heights make it an excellent choice to add to your collection of staple plants. While I would …
How to grow a huge, gorgeous monstera! Today I’m sharing all of the monstera deliciosa tips I’ve gathered over years of caring for my plants! The stunning monstera deliciosa plant, sometimes also referred to as the Swiss cheese plant, is a houseplant staple. It just looks so lush and tropical, making it an amazing addition …
Wondering how to care for the lovely tradescantia zebrina? I’m sharing my care tips here! How to care for a wandering tradescantia zebrina Today we’re talking about the tradescantia zebrina plant—the plant that probably causes the most drama in houseplant groups online! I’ll tell you why in a bit. Tradescantia zebrina is a species of …
This article shares everything you need to know about peperomia care, including the most common peperomia varieties and how to help them thrive. All about peperomia care! It’s peperomia time! I’m surprised at how much I don’t see people recommending peperomia plants. Especially since they are so easy to care for. And with over 1,500 …
Learn about heartleaf philodendron care, a classic houseplant that’s super easy to take care of! Heartleaf philodendron care & tips for growing this classic plant! Let’s talk about philodendrons! Today’s philodendron is probably the most popular and well-known. It’s the philodendron hederaceum, aka the heartleaf philodendron. If you have houseplants, you probably have a philodendron …
This article shares my elephant ear care guide. My comprehensive elephant ear care guide Elephant ears! Today’s article is all about the stunning elephant ear plants. If you’ve browsed your local nursery, you’ve probably seen an elephant ear or two. Despite there being a zillion different types of the plant, they are often just labeled …
Learn about rubber plant care and how you can grow this beautiful plant at home! How to care for the gorgeous, glossy rubber plant It’s time to talk about rubber plant care! My big rubber plant is one of my oldest plants. I’ve had it for many years, and it thrives in a sunny corner …
This guide shares tips for prickly pear cactus care. Learn how to help this classic cactus thrive! How to care for prickly pear cactus Prickly pear cactus—otherwise known as Opuntia, Indian fig, Bunny Ears, and more—is a beautiful, hardy, and fast-growing genus of flowering plants in the cactus family Cactaceae. The plant has classic large, …
Here are my top tips about how to take care of a snake plant, otherwise known as the tough-as-nails Sansevieria trifasciata! Wondering how to take care of a snake plant? Hey all, today we’re talking all about how to take care of a snake plant. Snake plants are famous for their willingness to withstand neglect, …
Epipremnum aureum care is as easy as it gets. Learn what your plant needs to thrive in your home! Epipremnum aureum & how to care for pothos One of my earliest plant articles I write many years ago was one about how to propagate pothos plants from cuttings. It did so well that I thought, wow—maybe …
This post shares my top tips for taking care of succulents indoors. 6 tips for taking care of succulents indoors! Hey, plant killers! Yes, I’m talking to you. I used to be one of you. But now I am feeding a hefty plant addiction in my house. And guess what? All it took to keep …