You’d be forgiven for confusing a string of tears with a string of pearls. These stringy vining succulents both hail from the arid regions of South and East Africa. However, these closely related plants have evolved slightly different growing needs and habits – all of which I will detail in this article. A string of…
Philodendron lemon-lime and Neon Pothos are both popular vining house plants that look very similar. With its beautiful heart-shaped leaves, the Philodendron makes an attractive addition to any home. Neon Pothos produce a white flower and have a lovely lime green coloring. Whether you choose the Philodendron lemon-lime or Neon Pothos, your plant can hang…
Watering your croton might seem like a balancing act, especially if you’re new to it. I remember when I first started, trying to stick to a strict schedule—and let’s just say it didn’t go as planned. But don’t worry, I’ve picked up some great watering techniques over time that have my crotons thriving, and I’m…
Spider plants can be a little picky about the humidity they live in. Whenever I look at my spider plants that are sitting in my living room window, I know they are living in the humidity that they grow in best. These gorgeous lush plants can be a low-maintenance addition to any home. But how…
You may wonder whether it is better to grow a money plant in water or the soil medium. You should familiarize yourself with the best practices while growing a money plant in water. Money plants can grow ideally in both water and soil medium. You may have wondered why your money plant shows sluggish growth…
Like all of the Philodendrons, caring for a Philodendron Paraiso Verde is really quite simple if you follow the steps that we will be dealing with in this article. The Paraiso Verde is a sought-after collectors plant, but its care is still quite simple. Although on the expensive side, these plants are a favorite of…
Monsteras are famously known for their unique gigantic leaves with decorative splits and holes. It was used before as an excellent addition to backyard gardens. But nowadays, this climbing vine has become popular growing as houseplants. Generally, almost all varieties of Monstera aren’t complicated to grow indoors. However, they could be a bit picky regarding…
If you’re after a houseplant that you can use as an accent or make a bold statement, you can’t go wrong with Ficus elastica ‘Tineke’. It’s tough, versatile, and easy to maintain. However, you must care for it properly to enjoy its ornamental qualities to the fullest. Grow your ficus elastica tineke in well-drained soil,…
If your Aloe Vera plant is turning brown at the tips of its leaves, you might be wondering if you should cut them off. Brown tips on an Aloe Vera plant are a sign of a bigger problem, so it’s a good idea to find out the cause as soon as you can. If the…
Sudden leaf drooping can be alarming and disheartening for any Elephant Ear plant owner. This is especially true if your houseplant appears bold and vibrant one minute, only to start looking withered the next. In most cases, Elephant Ear plant leaves droop due to overwatering or under-watering. Other common causes of this problem include pest…