This post shares five creative options for propagating cuttings. These five ideas can also be used for starting seeds. Creative Options for Propagating Cuttings I’m popping in today to share 5 creative options for propagating cuttings. I hate wasting things, and I propagate a lot of plants. I love using things I already have around …
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This post shares my DIY plant propagation station! A DIY propagation station is a cute way to display plants while propagating them in water. The glass cylinder tubes help you keep the cuttings organized and while monitoring root development—all without taking up a ton of space. My cute little DIY plant propagation station Hey gang, …
This post shares a wooden porch planter box DIY. The plans were designed from scratch by Tool Box Divas, and I’m sharing the step-by-step! Hey all! Today I’m sharing a fun project with Timisha from Tool Box Divas. I’m going to be doing a few contributing posts for her blog in the coming months, which …
This article shares all about how to propagate peperomia in both water and soil. 3 proven methods to propagate peperomia It’s time for another plant propagation article! Today I’m jumping off of the peperomia care tips article I published a few weeks ago and am talking about propagating peperomia. Because it’s easy to care for …
Low Maintenance & Hardy Indoor Plants I’m sharing 9 easy to take care of houseplants! If you’re looking for the best low maintenance indoor plants, I’ve got you. These hardy houseplants will help bring greenery to your home while building your confidence as a green thumb!
Learn how to propagate succulents from leaves and cuttings—it’s easy and rewarding! Learn how to propagate succulents from leaves and cuttings! One of the earliest plant care guides I wrote many, many years ago was a guide to taking care of succulents indoors. They are simple to take care of as long as you provide …
This post shares how to make a DIY geometric concrete planter pot using a silicone concrete planter mold. DIY geometric concrete planter pot Today I’m sharing my project for DIY at Home this month—the theme is $20 DIY decor. And it’s a project that originally started as a DIY fail. What was the fail, you …
This guide will teach you how to propagate string of pearls plants from cuttings. How to propagate string of pearls from cuttings I recently wrote about how to care for a string of pearls plant—or Senecio rowleyanus, also referred to as a string of beads or string of peas plant. It’s a beautiful succulent with …
This post shares how to hang a planter from the ceiling. The method used for hanging heavy objects from the ceiling depends on whether you’re hanging something from drywall or from a ceiling joist. Read on to learn more. How to hang a planter from the ceiling Time for a quick tip post! I have …
This post is sponsored by Wagner Spray Tech and contains affiliate links. I’m sharing a really fun and easy epoxy resin project today—DIY epoxy resin planters using a silicone mold. Ever since I made my galaxy-inspired epoxy resin paint pour art, I’ve wanted to try my hand at some more resin projects. Today’s planters took …
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 …
This guide will teach you everything you need to know about how to propagate a rubber plant! How to propagate a rubber plant from branch cuttings Hey folks, I’ve got another propagation guide for you! I recently shared a rubber plant care guide, and today I’m sharing all about how to propagate a rubber plant …
I have been excited to write this post all summer! A few months ago I shared a spring update on what we were doing to clean up and prep our small backyard for spring and summer. If you’re new around here, we completely redid our backyard in April and May of 2018 for the One …
Learn how to make succulent soil at home using this easy DIY recipe! How to make succulent soil Today’s article is all about how to make succulent soil at home. Making your own succulent soil is a cost effective way to give your succulents (and other plants that enjoy well-draining soil) a great home without …
Today I’m sharing a quick roundup of easy DIY planters that can be made in two hours or less. More planters? What? Is this the planter blog now? Well, kind of. This month’s At Home DIY theme was 2 hour DIYs, and planters are the perfect thing to make in 2 hours or less! In …
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 …
This will teach you how to make an easy wooden DIY hanging plant holder! You can make wooden hanging plant pot holders like these using just a handful of supplies—including scrap plywood from a previous project. DIY Hanging Plant Holder Another planter? Yeah, you read that right. But this planter isn’t so much a DIY …
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 …
This will teach you all about staking house plants, including how to keep tall potted plants from falling over using my big rubber plant as an example. How I keep tall potted plants from falling over Hey all, I’m sharing a quick tip article today! I wasn’t going to write a post about this because …
5 easy ways to root snake plant cuttings! Hey all, this guide is a follow-on to my how to care for your snake plant article! Now that you have all of the care tips, let’s talk about how to propagate snake plants. I love snake plants, so why wouldn’t I want to grow more? After all, …
This post shares a tutorial to teach you how to build a trellis for vines. Making a modern garden trellis is easy and can add something extra to your outdoor space without spending a lot. How to build a trellis for vines and my modern DIY trellis! Sharing a quick but high-impact DIY today as …
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 post shares my DIY rolling plant caddy project using wood boards and casters! Making a rolling plant stand is a good way to keep large plants mobile. DIY Rolling Plant Caddy Got any large plants? Then you know they are a HUGE pain to move around. I typically keep my large plants in one …
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, …
This post shares how to remove paint from clay pots, specifically how to remove old peeling paint from a large terracotta clay pot and repaint the pot. Removing Paint From Terracotta Pots and Repainting Them Hey all! It’s time for May’s issue of the At Home DIY challenge, and this month’s theme is making something …
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 how to prep your yard for spring and summer. How to Prep Your Yard for Spring and Summer Winter is over here. Yay! Although I hated losing an hour of sleep back in March, it was a nice teaser that spring was on the horizon. And I’m getting to work prepping our …
This post shares how I dreamed up a DIY modern planter project using plywood and hairpin legs. It’s a simple but chic large planter that will look great in any room. DIY Modern Planter: Plywood With Hairpin Legs Hey guys! Today I’m finally sharing a project I made using the other half of the PureBond …
Wondering how to propagate prickly pear cactus pads? My detailed article outlines everything you need to know! How to propagate prickly pear cactus Prickly pear cactus, or Opuntia, is a gorgeous, classic cactus that can grow in a variety of climates and conditions. (See an article about prickly pear cactus care!) I live right on …
Terracotta pots are cheap but make excellent planters. They are so easy to customize using paint and are a great way to make a statement on your front porch. Plus, painting them is so easy. All you need are a few supplies and the right paint. So let’s jump in. Here’s what I used: How …
I love making planters and plant stands! Here are 27 of my DIY indoor planters and plant stands to help you decorate your home with plants. 27 DIY planters & plant stands to help you decorate with plants! Hey guys! If you’re new to my blog and this is the first article you are seeing, …
Hi there! I’ve been sharing sporadically these days. But rest assured, we are keeping as busy as ever with projects around the house. I wanted to pop in today to share an update on my tiny backyard (which you may remember me making over for the Spring 2018 One Room Challenge) and our garden. We …
Wondering about how to turn a candle into a planter? Using candle holders as planters is a great way to upcycle pretty candle containers into something new. Using candle holders as planters: What you need to know! Quick post today on a simple project I did recently. I’m talking how what you need to know …
This post shares all of my DIYs that have stood the test of time! DIY doesn’t have to be a cheap solution. It can last. One complaint I have seen about DIY bloggers is that they churn out a bunch of poorly done, cheap projects for blog content. Unfortunately, I think this can be true …
This post shares tips about how to seal clay pots for painting. If you’re wondering if waterproofing clay pots is an effective way to preserve a paint job, it is! I’ll walk you through using Thompson’s Water Seal on terracotta pots. How to seal clay pots for painting & using Thompson’s Water Seal on terracotta! …
Hiya! It’s the last week of the One Room Challenge—reveal week! I must admit, I am quite proud of what our tiny backyard has become. And I am going to put an extra feather in my cap since we did all of this with a 5-month-old baby who wasn’t much help. So let’s jump right …
Hey ladies and gents! Our tiny backyard is coming along nicely, and I’m starting to fall in love with it. For last week’s update, we built some raised garden beds. So this is one of those weeks where I don’t feel like there is much visible progress. We finally discovered the location of not one…but …