There is a good chance that you have noticed some small root shoots emerging from the leaf nodes of your Kalanchoe plants if you have turned up here. Can they be aerial roots? You don’t have to panic over aerial roots on your Kalanchoe plants as they are easy to correct. Aerial roots will develop…
The elephant ear plant is quite a looker, but it takes some hard work and time to grow its large, ornamental leaves. That makes it more painful to see otherwise beautiful glossy leaves turning brown. Wondering what could be wrong? Leaf burn is the most likely reason for elephant ear leaves turning brown. It occurs…
Lucky bamboo is often seen as a botanical symbol of prosperity and luck. But you may not feel so lucky when root rot troubles your plant. Knowing the cause of root rot and early symptoms to look out for can go a very long way in saving your lucky bamboo. Lucky bamboo root rot is…
Providing your poinsettia with the appropriate amount of light daily will help it thrive and remain beautiful. It will become sunburned and develop leggy, unsightly growth if it receives too much or too little light. So, how much light does a poinsettia require to thrive? Poinsettias require at least six hours of bright, indirect sunlight…
Are you considering adding a large leafy green to your home, but not quite sure which one to pick? Philodendrons are a popular plant family: they’re not too fussy and instantly add a tropical vibe to your home. If you’re debating between a Philodendron Selloum and a Philodendron Xanadu, you’ve come to the right place. …
There’s no doubt that humidity is the most overlooked aspect of indoor plant care. When things go wrong with your indoor plants, most of us think about watering, light levels, and soil quality, but humidity is rarely considered. But have no fear! You can bring the steamy air that most indoor plants crave right into…
Jade plants tend to break easily, especially when the roots and stems get more succulent or weak. As I have had this experience of fixing my broken jade plant, I’ve put down various causes of the breaking and the solutions for fixing a broken jade stem. The most common reason for broken jade plant trunks…
The depth of Bird of Paradise roots depends on the variety of plants and the conditions that it is growing in. Plants grown in the ground will usually have a larger root system than those grown in containers and can reach a depth of two feet. Bird of Paradise plants (Strelitzia nicolai) can make a…
Alocasia Portodora, also known as the upright elephant ear plant is one to marvel at with its large colorful foliage, veins, and general inviting look. But this beautiful plant isn’t so easy to care for, due to its high maintenance requirements. Read on as I delve comprehensively into how to care for your Alocasia Portodora…
This is a question that pops up surprisingly often among Jade Plant owners. The good news is that this is nothing to get overly alarmed about and it is generally easy to rectify. Most of the time, it’s due to a lack of water, and a simple change in the method you water your Jade…