Thought to bring luck to their owners, jade plants were also called dollar plant or money plant and were quite the popular succulent houseplants. As a generally undemanding plant, this plant continues to be among the top houseplant favorites. If the fleshy, oval-shaped leaves, woody … Jade Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
The Calathea genus includes some dazzling species of houseplants that stand out thanks to their bold leaf markings that have earned these plants some alternative names like zebra plant, rattlesnake plant, or peacock plant. If you’re looking for an ornamental plant that will add to … Calathea Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
Have you recently noticed some tiny yellow bugs on the plants in your garden. If that is the case, you are probably dealing with an aphid infestation. Aphids are tiny pests which are commonly found in gardens. These bugs are highly adaptable and can survive … How to Get Rid of Tiny Yellow Bugs? read more »
Dracaena marginata, otherwise known as the Madagascar Dragon Tree, may sound like an intimidating plant, especially for beginner gardeners. However, they’re very easy to grow indoors and make a perfect beginner-friendly plant. For starters, the dragon tree isn’t as temperature sensitive as most other houseplants … Dragon Tree – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
Lavishly decorative and elegant, you’ve probably seen this plant spread its vines on building exteriors. But English ivy can just as well be grown indoors, where its dangling vines can decorate shelves or other elaborate displays. English ivy or Hedera Helix can be found in … English Ivy – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
Air plants are a peculiar choice for a houseplant – they’re easy to tend to, yet they have very specific requirements. Plus, you have to be creative in displaying these unique plants that do indeed live up to their name. Air plants are epiphytes, which … Air Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
Out of a 1000 of peperomia varieties registered, this plant boasts an impressive variety that is bound to offer everyone and anyone a plant to like. Even though not all peperomia varieties are available to be grown by the public, there are plenty of varieties … Peperomia Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
Dubbed as a ‘tree for indoors’, yucca plants are drought-resistant evergreen plants with a good resistance to pests and minimal upkeep requirements. Because of their razor-sharp leaves and tipped spines, yucca plants are also referred to as Spanish dagger or bayonet. Thanks to its elegant … Yucca Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
If succulents are right up your alley, the aloe plant (Aloe barbadensis) is not only a beautiful succulent, it’s also one that boasts many benefits for human health. It’s not accidental then that it’s one of the most widely used medicinal plants. If you’re intimidated … Aloe Vera – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
Thought of as the quintessential low-maintenance houseplant, the philodendron is a trailing plant with bright green, heart-shaped leaves. This plant is also very adaptable to the environment in our apartments. I also like that the philodendron is communicative — if you know what to look … Philodendron – Care, Growing, Watering, Requirements, Propagation read more »
