Known for its toughness, the ZZ plant is a real rock star. They thrive on a bit of benign neglect, but even this unshakeable plant needs the right water levels to give its best performance. Given their hardy nature, it’s easy to miss the signs of dehydration caused by under-watering. But never fear! The ZZ…
Snake plants can tolerate most indoor light conditions compared to other succulent species. However, the amount of light it receives can make a huge difference to how well your snake plant will thrive. Snake plants prefer at least 8-10 hours of bright, indirect light daily, but can tolerate up to 5-6 hours of direct sunlight….
When the leaves of a beloved Rhododendron begin to turn black, it’s a cause for concern. There are a variety of reasons why this could happen, and figuring out what’s causing the problem can be difficult. What to do if the leaves on your Rhododendron are turning black, and how to restore your plant’s health…
Despite your best efforts, does your palm tree look thirsty all the time? Are its leaves turning brown and limp quickly, and you’re not sure what’s going on? Chances are you might be showing your palm tree too much love. Overwatering is a common problem all gardeners face, where too much water in the soil…
Apple trees have been classic garden inclusions for ages, but it can be complex to maintain their health. There are few reasons why your apple tree’s leaves may turn red. Fortunately, many causes are not harmful or can be remedied easily. Apple tree leaves naturally turn red in autumn as a form of defense. Red…
No indoor plant collection is complete without a snake plant. Called everything from St. George’s Sword to the unflattering Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, these sharp-edged plants are actually a family, with many tall cousins to choose from. They’re often sold under the same common names, making it hard to be sure what plant you actually have! Sansevieria…
Although the Dracaena (Corn plant) is one of the simplest looking and easiest to grow houseplants, it’s also very fragile. Because one minute your Dracaena beauty is shooting high towards the ceiling with its vibrant green hue brightening up the appeal of your indoor space. Weeks or months later, you find it all yellow, wobbly,…
You may be alarmed to notice that your philodendron is sickly and dying. But don’t worry – I’ll help you investigate and get to the bottom of the problem. You’ll also learn how to rescue your dying philodendron and nurse it back to robustness. Your philodendron is most likely dying from root rot due to…
The rubber plant (Ficus elastica) has been a favorite classic garden plant and houseplant way back from the Victorian era. Nothing disrupts the lush, vibrant, glossy green look of your rubber plant, quite like the presence of unsightly brown spots. No matter how you rationalize it, ‘brown’ is not the ‘new green.’ Thankfully, I am…
The primary difference between the two plants is their size. This is due to the fact that Alocasia Polly is a cultivar of the hybrid Alocasia Amazonica, which is the source of the name. In other words, Alocasia Polly is a dwarfed version of the larger Alocasia Amazonica species. Alocasias are popular houseplants with a…