Photo: Filo gΓ¨n‘ (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Slyronit (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Unknown authorUnknown author (Public domain, Wikimedia Commons) Pothos (Epipremnum aureum), also known as devil’s ivy, is a trailing vine prized for its heart-shaped, glossy leaves and near-indestructible reputation. Native to the Solomon Islands, it has become one of the…
Photo: User:WeFt (CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Jamshid Nurkulov (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) The ZZ Plant – The Nearly Indestructible Houseplant The ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia), also called the Zanzibar gem, is the epitome of a low-maintenance houseplant. It forgives just about any care mistake and thrives on minimal attention, which is exactly…
Photo: H. Zell (CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: H. Zell (CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: H. Zell (CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) Monstera deliciosa, often called the Swiss cheese plant for the natural splits and holes (fenestrations) that develop in its mature leaves, is one of the most popular houseplants in the world….
Photo: Agnes Monkelbaan (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Mister rf (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Mister rf (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) The Christmas Cactus β Floral Magic in the Cold Season The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) is a remarkable flowering houseplant: while most plants rest during winter, this is exactly when it unfurls…
It’s obvious that plants need water. But which water is actually best for your leafy housemates? Water quality has a huge impact on the health and growth of your plants. Tap water, rainwater, distilled water – each has its pros and cons. This guide explains which water is best for your plants. Tap Water: Good…
Photo: Agnes Monkelbaan (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Ezhuttukari (CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Wilfredor (CC0, Wikimedia Commons) The Anthurium β Exotic Blooms All Year Round The flamingo flower, botanically known as Anthurium andreanum, is one of the most striking flowering houseplants. Its heart-shaped, waxy, glossy bracts in brilliant red, pink, or white,…
Photo: ΠΠ»Π΅Π½Π°Π²ΠΈΠ½ΠΎ (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Przemek Pietrak (CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Bommi Dharrshini OKC (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) Finally, vacation! But while you’re relaxing on the beach, a challenge awaits back home: who’s going to water your plants? With the right vacation watering systems, you can travel with peace…
Too much water, too little water β either one can be fatal for a plant. But how do you tell the difference, and what’s the best way to respond in each case? In this article, we’ll show you how to reliably distinguish between overwatering and underwatering and take the right corrective steps. Overwatering: The Most…
“How often should I water?” is one of the most common plant-care questions, and it’s also one without a single right answer. Watering frequency depends on the plant species, pot size, soil type, light levels, and season β a fixed schedule like “once a week” often leads to over- or under-watering. Instead, the most reliable…
Photo: Wildfeuer (CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Felloni claire (CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons) Photo: Mk2010 (CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons) African Violets β Little Flowering Wonders for Your Windowsill The African violet (Saintpaulia ionantha) is one of the most charming flowering houseplants. With its velvety leaves and vibrant blooms in white, pink, violet,…
