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How to Choose a Houseplant at the Nursery: A Shopping Checklist
Check your room, inspect the plant, ask useful questions and decide whether to choose it, ask for help or walk away.
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Can a Grow-Light Bulb Work in Your Living-Room Lamp? Check the Setup Before You Buy
Check the lamp and bulb as a pair, then work out whether useful light can reach the leaves you want to grow.
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Going Away? Make a Houseplant Watering Plan Your Sitter Can Follow
Before you leave, give each pot a check plan. Then decide who can follow it while you are away.
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20 Bathroom Plants That Absorb Moisture: The Ultimate Guide
Bathrooms are often overlooked when it comes to indoor gardening, but they can be an ideal environment for certain types of plants. The high humidity and varying light conditions can be perfect for plants that thrive in moist climates. In this article, we’ll explore tips for choosing the right bathroom plants and delve into a […]
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Cat Palm Care: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthy Growth
If you’re looking to add a touch of the tropics to your indoor garden, look no further than the cat palm. This popular houseplant, with its lush green fronds and easy-going nature, is a fantastic choice for both beginner plant parents and seasoned green thumbs. But how do you ensure your cat palm thrives? Let’s […]
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Rabbits Foot Fern – The Ultimate Growing Guide
Have you ever stumbled upon a plant that immediately sparks your curiosity? If not, let me introduce you to the rabbit’s foot fern. This unique houseplant, with its lush green fronds and peculiar, furry rhizomes, is a delightful addition to any indoor garden. But what exactly makes it a favorite among plant enthusiasts? Let’s unravel […]
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20 Easy Different Types of Pothos to Grow Indoors
Pothos is a versatile and low-maintenance indoor plant that has been a favorite among plant enthusiasts for decades. With its foliage and trailing vines, pothos is a popular choice for adding greenery to a living space. What sets pothos apart from other houseplants is its many different varieties, […]
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18 Types of Monstera Plants – Get to Know the Difference and Caring
Welcome to the enchanting world of Monstera plants, where lush foliage and unique patterns reign supreme. These captivating houseplants have taken the world by storm, capturing the hearts of plant enthusiasts and interior designers alike. Their striking leaves, adorned with natural holes and slits, add an irresistible touch of the tropics to any space. But […]
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30 Types of Philodendron Varieties to Grow Indoors
Hey there, plant enthusiasts! Get ready for an incredible deep dive into the world of philodendron varieties – one of the most popular and versatile indoor plants you can grow. Trust me, you won’t want to miss this! In this comprehensive guide, we’ll be exploring the many different types of philodendrons, showcasing their unique features […]
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How to Care for Peace Lilies: A Complete Guide for Plant Parents
Peace Lilies (Spathiphyllum) are an all-time favorite among plant enthusiasts for their lush green foliage and elegant white blooms. They are surprisingly easy to care for and make an excellent choice for beginner plant parents. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through all you need to know about caring for your Peace Lily, ensuring […]
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5 Best Plant Subscription Boxes for Delivery
Are you a plant lover? Do you love gardening and want to use it to connect with nature and add more style, color, and beauty to your home? Then investing in the best plant subscription boxes is a wise decision. Plant subscription boxes have become so popular lately as more and more people have become […]
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Growing Umbrella Plant: Caring and Growth Guide
Umbrella plants (Schefflera arboricola) are a type of evergreen that are known for their ability to grow very tall. These plants are also known for their large, umbrella-shaped leaves. The umbrella plant is a climbing plant that can grow up to 6 feet tall. This Schefflera plant is often used in landscaping because of its […]
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Growing Mother of Thousands – Planting and Caring Guide
One of the most unique houseplants around is Kalanchoe daigremontiana commonly called mother of thousands plants. While many plants are beautiful to look at, others are great for scents, and still, more are wonderful additions to fresh-cut flower arrangements, the mother of thousands is impressive due to its propagation method: the mother plant reproduces by […]
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Growing Angel Wing Begonias Plant: Caring Guide
Angel wing begonia (Begonia coccinea) is a lovely plant with heart-shaped leaves that resemble folded angel wings. Though angel wing begonias can be grown for their blossoms, their beautiful green leaves make them desirable even without flowers. Quick Facts on Angel Wing Begonias Common name: Angel wing begonia Botanical name: Begonia coccinea Type of plant: perennial flowering […]
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30+ Different Types of Indoor Palm Trees to Grow
Palms are among the most widely cultivated family of plants. In fact, you can find around 202 genera of palm trees and more than 2,500 species worldwide. Most of these types and species are restricted to subtropical, tropical, and warm temperate climates. Get to know more about the different types of palm trees and how […]
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Best Ferns That Can Thrive Indoors
Ferns are undoubtedly among the most elegant-looking houseplants. This plant features elegant and sophisticated fronds (sometimes, even very gorgeous arching fronds), as well as lush green coloring, that look good anywhere, especially when grown as indoor plants. Get to know more about ferns and how to grow and keep these indoor plants alive through this […]
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Plants Ideas That Thrive in Closed and Open Terrarium
If you want to grow the best terrarium plants, then you will be pleasantly surprised about your numerous choices. For beginners, it would be best to create a basic terrarium first then fill it with some plant varieties known to be low maintenance. Go for terrarium plants that do not only look beautiful but are […]
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What Are The Whiteflies on your Plants and How to Get Rid of Them
Do you see some small and white insects resembling flies on the plants in your garden? This could be a case of whitefly infestation. What can you do with the whiteflies infesting your garden? Let’s find the answer through this article. Whiteflies Defined Whiteflies refer to winged and soft-bodied insects that have a strong connection […]
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