The string of Turtles (Peperomia prostrata) is a straightforward plant to propagate. They will set root from as little as a single leaf, generating a whole new plant from surprisingly small cuttings. A single leaf will quickly propagate a string of turtles. You can expect to see roots in as little as two weeks if …
There are two types of Monstera: Monstera deliciosa and its variant, Monstera deliciosa var.borsigiana. Monstera deliciosa and Monstera deliciosa var. borsigiana have been the subject of heated discussion among botanists for years. There is a lot of misunderstanding, so I will clarify some based on my experience with them. Are Monstera deliciosa and Monstera deliciosa …
Do you intend to provide optimal care for your snake plant (Sansevieria) by giving it plenty of water? Snake plant likes to be dry, and giving them too much water can make them wither and die. If you take the time to learn how to properly care for your snake plant, you will have it …
Sun-loving spider plants (Chlorophytum Comosum) are well-known for their elegant foliage, but do they also produce flowers? And how do you identify a single blossom on a plant known more for its leaves? What is the secret to getting Spider Plants to bloom? Spider Plants have small, star-shaped flowers at the tips of long, sturdy …
I’ve always admired the String of Turtles (Peperomia prostrata), with their trailing vines of fat round leaves. The sudden appearance of long, menacing-looking spikes on the bodies of these plump-leafed sweethearts can be pretty startling. Is there something wrong with the Turtle String? What exactly is going on? The string of Turtles plants is a …
You’d be surprised how simple it is to propagate a String of Dolphins (Curio peregrinus) plant. This charming cross between the Candle Plant and the String of Pearls combines the Candle’s distinctive leaves with the Pearls’ playful trailing vines. How similar is this new plant to its parents? Is it as simple to propagate? A …
Aloe plants, regardless of variety, are as resilient as a Camden punk and can withstand almost any abuse you can dish out. If the tops get too big and noisy, or you want more of these lively plants, cutting them off is easy and safe. A drastic haircut won’t hurt them. For some species, a …
Poinsettias, a symbol of the Christmas holiday, are prominently displayed in shopping centers and department stores as the holiday season draws near (Euphorbia pulcherrima). But how long do they live? Is there any way to preserve these colorful delights, so they bloom yearly? Poinsettias are perennial plants that can live for a decade or more …
You need more string of buttons plants in your life and home. But you don’t have to go out and buy a new string of buttons (Crassula perforata) plants because propagation is a great way to add to your collection of a string of buttons. To start a new string of buttons, you need to …
The glossy variegated foliage and trailing vines of Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) are attractive, but they cannot climb on their own. So, I’ll show you how to get your Pothos to climb your preferred support system. Find the right support system for your Pothos to climb, like a moss pole, trellis, wall, bamboo pole, or metal …