Prayer plants are part of the larger Marantaceae family. The nyctinastic movement that these plants exhibit is a response to changes in light, which earned them the name prayer plant. The movements may not be apparent to you, but the leaves of prayer plants can … Why Do Prayer Plants Pray? read more »
If you have thriving houseplants, you’ve been likely looking after them with care and attention. Part of that care is watering them correctly, whether that means watering from the bottom or the top. While some plants don’t care if you water them from the top … Watering Houseplants from the Bottom or Top – Which is Better? read more »
Thrips are more common on outdoor plants, yet they sometimes make an appearance on houseplants, causing brown stripes, pale leaves and a host of other issues. To prevent further damage, it’s important to eliminate thrips as soon as possible, especially that they can easily spread … How to Get Rid of Thrips on Houseplants? read more »
Climbing houseplants can be a real decorative treat in kitchens, bathrooms or living room walls. Set against a white backdrop, they inject life and a touch of nature into your home. Vining houseplants need a bit of guiding to grow where and how you want … How to Grow Climbing Houseplants? read more »
It’s not unusual to find mushrooms growing in the soil of potted plants. It can happen as a result of various reasons, why aren’t all bad. So, don’t panic or throw your houseplant out. While mushrooms can be a sign of a healthy ecosystem, it … Why are Mushrooms Growing on Your Houseplants? read more »
The splits or holes on the Monstera plant are called fenestrations and they’re the signature feature of these plants. When the plants are still young, their heart-shaped leaves are intact. Fenestrations appear only later, when the plant and its leaves start to mature. It’s difficult … When Do Monstera Leaves Start To Split? read more »
An ubiquitous split-leaf indoor plant, monstera deliciosa is a climbing evergreen that will do great as a floor-standing plant, especially when given something to climb on. Because it’s an easy-care plant, but also because it can fill up large, empty spaces in spacious homes or … How to Care for Monstera Deliciosa? read more »
Monstera plants can grow new leaves every 4-6 weeks. With more growth, the plant produces more growth points and starts to produce even more leaves per month. Of course, there will be differences in how individual plants develop based on how much care they receive … How Often Does Monstera Grow New Leaves? read more »
Aerial roots on your monstera plant are normal and not a sign of trouble with your plant. In its natural habitat, the monstera plant is a climbing plant. Aerial roots are just a manifestation of the plant’s climbing pattern. They’re there to support its growth. … What to Do With Monstera Plant’s Aerial Roots? read more »
Light conditions in your home aren’t the ideal light exposure for many houseplants. Sometimes, they’ll need that extra boost of light that LED lights can offer. But will normal LED lights do, or should you invest in specialized LED grow lights? As you will see … Will House Plants Grow Under Normal LED Light? read more »
