Plant Care

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Plant Care

How Often Do Haworthia Bloom

In the right environment, the Haworthias plant blooms about once a year during the summer or autumn season. This plant grows a long stem from which the flowers develop. This long stem is often referred to as the flowering stem. The probability of your Haworthia flowering depends on the availability

Plant Care

How Do You Care For Monstera Adansonii

Also known as the Swiss Cheese plant, the Monstera Adansonii is known for its pointy leaves with holes in them which gives them the resemblance to swiss cheese. The Adansonii is one of 45 species of plants in the Monsteras genus. While this plant is native to the tropical region,

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Do Strings Of Hearts Like Humidity? (Ceropegia woodii)

Like many other succulents, the Strings of Heart plant (Ceropegia woodii) does not need a lot of humidity to grow and thrive. In fact, in most cases, the average indoor humidity works just fine for this plant because it prefers low humidity. Excessive humidity can cause serious problems for this

Plant Care

Can String Of Hearts Take Full Sun?

Although it is a tropical plant, String of Heart cannot take full sun. In fact, the plant does not need direct sunlight to grow. It thrives better in shaded locations which makes it a perfect indoor plant. During summer or when the temperatures are too high, it is best to

Plant Care

Can Monstera Adansonii Live In Low Light?

The Monstera Adansonii plant is a highly resilient hardy plant that can grow in low light. However, they will not grow in ZERO Light and they’re unlikely to thrive if the light conditions aren’t good enough. Although the plant will not die completely, it needs a sufficient supply

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8 Lessons I learnt after buying a Calathea Ornata plant

I used to have a couple of house plants, and I never really gave them much thought. But when the pandemic hit and we were all stuck at home, I started to notice them more. I started spending more time online, looking at pictures of different plants and reading about

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4 signs you're becoming a plant mom

As a millennial, there are many things I am guilty of: living with my parents well into my late 20s, oversharing on social media, and spending too much money on avocado toast. But one thing I never thought I'd become is a plant mom. Turns out, though, that&

Plant Care

What you need to know before you get a Pink Princess Philodendron

The Pink Princess philodendron is a rare and colorful philodendron that has its fans across the world. With delicate leaves in shades of olive green, white with pink stripes - this plant can express itself easily through color contrast to make an impressive statement in your home! The leaves of

Plant Care

Should I get a Calathea Crocata Plant? (Tassmania Bloom)

If you're like me, you love adding plants to your home to brighten things up and add life. But sometimes it's hard to know which plants are best for your environment and which ones will thrive in your care. If you're interested in adding

Plant Care

Which type of houseplant should you get - a Moses in the cradle or a Golden pothos?

When it comes to houseplants, there are seemingly endless options to choose from. But which one is the right fit for you and your home? If you're struggling to decide between a Moses in the cradle or a golden pothos, this blog post is for you. In this

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Are Philodendron Toxic To Cats? And How To Keep Your Pet Safe

Philodendrons contain toxins known as calcium oxalates which when ingested by a cat, can cause pain, swelling, and drooling as well as difficulty swallowing. So, it's best to keep an eye on your kitty if you have a philodendron plant in your home

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Monstera Siltepecana: Rare Climbing Plant for your collection

The Monstera Siltepecana plant is native to the regions of Mexico, Columbia, Brazil and other Central American countries. It is a very adaptable plant that can be grown both indoors and outdoors in bright indirect sunlight conditions.

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Red Emerald Philodendron Care Guide (Philodendron Erubescens)

To care for a red emerald philodendron, you need to place it under indirect sunlight, keep it in well-drained and moist soil, and water it once or twice a week. This plant requires normal indoor temperatures between 65 to 80 degrees.

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The 10 Most Colorful House Plants With Red Leaves

The most colorful house plants with red leaves are Coleus, Poinsettia, Caladium, Anthurium, and Rex Begonia. Their lush flowers and foliages beautify the home. They can also improve mood, reduce fatigue and purify the air. Choosing the best house plant with red leaves is tricky because each has varieties that

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Where Do Eucalyptus Plants Grow?

Eucalyptus can grow in a large variety of climatic conditions. Still, it shows the best growth in tropical to temperate climatic areas, which are sunny and dry as they cannot sustain cold weather. If the region has well-drained soil with sunny and dry weather, eucalyptus can grow very well over

Plant Care

How To Repot Philodendron Birkin

Repotting a philodendron birkin takes care and precision. You must carefully transport it to a slightly bigger pot every year. The soil must also be light, and you must keep watering to a minimum.

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6 Different Philodendron Varieties You Should Know About

Philodendron is one of the most adored houseplants. From their large glossy leaves to incredible diversity, this houseplant can be the perfect addition to your home. Are you wondering which philodendron you should buy? There are over 450 varieties of this tropical plant, categorized according to their growth habit, textures,

Philodendron

Everything you need to know about the Philodendron Gloriosum

Philodendron Gloriosum is a slow grower and benefits from regular feeding. A liquid fertilizer at half-strength once per month during the growing season is perfect. Then every 8 weeks to 3 months in the autumn and winter.

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Can Calathea Grow Outside?

Calatheas are one of the most popular house plants because of their impressive characteristics. From exotic foliage to extensive height, Calathea can be the best addition to your home.

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Anthurium Crystallinum - Dealing with Diseases and Pests

Root rot and fungal infections are the greatest risks to watch out for. Their thick leaves does not attract chewing pests (too much work) but they are more likely to be attacked by sucking insects that feed on plant sap.

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Anthurium Crystallinum- The Velvet leaf plant care tips

The Anthurium Crystallinum craves long days and ample sunlight, making them difficult to care for in areas with long, cold winters. Which is pretty much everywhere else. Sorry to our readers from the cold parts of Europe

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Philodendron Hastatum (Silver Sword Philodendron) Ultimate Care Guide & Helpful Tips

Philodendron silver sword is classed as a rare plant because they are under the risk of habitat loss in southeastern Brazil (within protected forest areas)

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The Ultimate Guide To Propagate Hoya Carnosa (leaf & stem cutting method explained)

Soil propagation involves propagating the Hoya cuttings directly in the soil. You use a small container, and once the plant is as tall as the pot is deep, you transplant it into a larger pot.

Calathea

Caring for Diva plants - Calathea Orbifolia

Known as a “prayer plant,” Orbifolias close their leaves at night and re-open them in the morning through a process known as nyctinasty

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How to care for Calathea Majestica Whitestar

In general most Calathea plants are known for their eye-catching leaf design and each variety has its own unique pattern. The Calathea Whitestar is a perfect example.