To get the most out of your peace lily flowers, you must encourage their beauty at every stage of their life. Surprisingly, these lovely flowers aren’t lilies! The part of the peace lily that we call the flower is called a spadix. It is made up of a long line of tiny blooms surrounded by…
Staghorn ferns (Platycerium bifurcatum) are an eye-catching addition to any landscape because of their striking beauty and the way they are grown. As long as you give them plenty of humidity and water them frequently, they’re not difficult to maintain. However, overwatering is one of the few ways to kill these tropical epiphytes. Overwatering causes…
Monstera deliciosa, also known as the Swiss cheese plant, is one of my favorite houseplants because it can grow in light conditions. So, if you’ve ever wondered how to add a touch of exotic flair to your home or office, this is the plant for you. Monstera plants do better in bright environments, but how…
The Money Tree (Pachira aquatica) symbolizes wealth and good fortune, but it is prone to unfortunate holes in its leaves. Let’s look at what causes the holes in your Money Tree and what can be done to prevent it from happening again. Insect pests or diseases are often to blame for money tree leaf holes….
Beautiful flower clusters from birds of Paradise are often used in bouquets, but the plants can also be grown indoors. It has lovely flowers that resemble birds, but it is mainly grown for its foliage in-home. However, to add a touch of tropical flair to your yard and house, consider adding some plants that resemble…
One of the most common and dangerous problems you’ll face when taking care of your pilea plants is root rot. It’s a sneaky disease that eats away at your Pilea’s roots, killing the plant from the ground up. Rot disease spreads quickly, so it is best to find it early and keep it from spreading….
You may encounter the problem of the Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia) not blooming. This could be due to many factors, including the plant is too young or a lack of proper care. Most of the time, the plant does not receive enough light. Bird of Paradise can bloom at three years old, but it usually…
The Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) is best known for its adorable freckled leaves, but what about its flowers? They sometimes surprise their growers by sending up delicate purple or blue blossoms spikes. Be careful, though, they may be cute, but they mean the end for the poor Polka Dot Plant. Polka Dot Plants will…
A Philodendron that isn’t living up to its potential and has weak and small leaves is a real bummer. These show-stopping plants need the proper care for their big, varied leaves to look their best. However, you can do a few things to help your Philodendron get back on its feet if it is only…
The adorable String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii) is the charm when trailing draperies of abundant leaves, but they quickly lose their allure when those vines are all string and no heart. So you’ll need to rekindle their passion for getting them ready for a new wave of dear hearts to flow. You can increase the…