How To Repot A Money Tree (Pachira Aquatica) Plus The Mix To Use
The Money Tree, or Pacquira aquatica, is proclaimed to bring good luck into our homes. There are actually a few plants which go by the names of Money Plant and Money Tree. Who knows how the Pacquira got this name but we’ll run with it. Lovely as it is, there’s 1 thing you need to […]
Dracaena Song Of India Care & Growing Tips: The Plant With Vibrant Foliage
I first saw a Dracaena reflexa, then called Pleomele reflexa, when I was working as an interior plantscaper in Boston. We didn’t get many in from the grower in Florida but I’ve always loved this plant. It develops an interesting somewhat twisted form as it grows which adds to its appeal. I’ve been growing Dracaena reflexa Song […]
How To Make A Rubber Tree (Rubber Plant, Ficus Elastica) Branch Out
Rubber Plants grow fast and can hit the ceiling in no time. Perhaps yours needs to be cut back because it’s gotten leggy, is just too tall or maybe you want your plant to have a new look. Did you know that you can turn your tall, skinny Ficus elastica into a tree form? Here […]
Arrowhead Plant (Syngonium) Care & Growing Tips
When I saw my Arrowhead Plant hanging in the greenhouse at Green Things I wondered, “should I get it?” I grew one successfully in Santa Barbara for years but Tucson (where I now live) is a tougher climate for tropical houseplants. I’ve had it for almost a year and so far so good. Follow along, because I’m […]
Peperomia Care: Sweet Succulent-Like Houseplants
Peperomias are small plants which are similar to hoyas in their care. Both are succulent like with fleshy leaves and stems. They make wonderful houseplants and can be found in both hanging and upright forms. This is all about peperomia care and how to keep these sweet beauties healthy and happy. I grew 2 peperomias in containers […]
7 Reasons Why Indoor Plants Make You Feel Good
Houseplants are beautiful, aren’t they? They certainly have physical beauty, but indoor plants offer so much more. There are many benefits of having indoor plants in your home. Here, we’ll list a few reasons why houseplants make you feel good. You may associate feeling good with daily exercise and healthy eating. Those are certainly contributing […]
Repotting Rubber Plants (Ficus Elastica): The Soil to Use and How to Do It
Here’s all about repotting Rubber Plants including the preferred soil mix, how to do it, plus the aftercare. Rubber Plants are almost foolproof if you’re in the market for a large indoor plant. They grow fast (quicker than most houseplants) and thrive in bright light. Because of their vigorous growth rate, yours will need a larger […]
Cleaning Houseplants: How & Why I Do It
Clean houseplants are happy houseplants. I keep my indoor plants clean because they breathe better and look better too. Cleaning houseplants can be done naturally; both larger houseplants and small houseplants. Read below for everything you need to know! Reasons for Cleaning Houseplants 1.) They come from the growers’ greenhouses with junk on them. This is […]
Plant Decoration Ideas for Your Home
We’re sharing a few plant decoration ideas for your home. It’s time to put your green thumb to good use while decorating with houseplants! Trending design ideas are including more and more greenery. We believe that this trend is here to stay, not that we’re complaining. After all, Decorating with houseplants is a great way […]
Repotting Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird’s Nest Snake Plant)
One Sansevieria just isn’t enough. I have quite a few Snake Plants, not only because I love their look, but they’re about as easy-care as you can imagine. This is all about Sansevieria Hahnii repotting including the steps you should take, the mix to use and things good to know. I’ve done a post and […]
Philodendron Squamiferum Care Guide
If you enjoy tropical plants and growing them indoors, then you’ll love this rare find. Here is everything you need to know about Philodendron squamiferum care. If you’re a fan of tropical plants and pretty foliage then you’ve no doubt heard of the genus Philodendron (and probably already own a few of these showy houseplants). […]
Planting Arrowhead Plant (Syngonium) Cuttings
Syngoniums are very easy to propagate via stem cuttings. Here you’ll find info on planting Arrowhead Plant cuttings including the mix to use and how to do it. If you’re a beginning gardener, just know that this whole process is very easy to do. I wasn’t going to do a post on this, but the Arrowhead Plant […]