Philodendron McColley’s Finale and Prince of Orange are hard to tell apart at a young age. The differences between them start to be profound after 2 weeks. The two are part of the larger Philodendron genus which consists of 489 species of broad-leaved indoor and ornamental plants. By the way, did you know Philodendrons make…
You might have heard that Snake Plants (Dracaena trifasciata, AKA Mother in Law’s Tongue) are almost indestructible. While this is true, it’s important to remember that ‘almost’! There is one sure-fire way to kill your Snake Plant, and that is to let its roots rot. If you keep your Snake Plant in a pot with…
Root rot due to overwatering is a common cause of your aloe having no roots. Aloe plants are pretty resilient as long as the main body is still alive. Here’s a simple hack to revive a struggling aloe. First, cut off the healthy part from the top, leaving behind any rotten sections. Then, hang it…
Mistakes happen. Sadly, if you overwater your spider plant, you’ll have to deal with brown spots, yellow leaves, stunted growth, and other issues; in a worst-case scenario, overwatering may invite fatal root rot. It’s crucial that you know how to spot overwatering signs and how to revive your overwatered spider plant. When your spider plant…
The myth that cacti need very little to no water for survival is very harmful and has led to many cacti plants dying. Just like any other plant, cacti also need your regular love and care and you will surely notice if your cactus is lacking water. If you suspect that your cactus is dehydrated,…
At times, you will observe that the leaves of your philodendron plant are changing color. The color of a healthy philodendron plant’s leaves is green. However, this color may vary from green to red. Several conditions could make your philodendron plant turn red. Almost every one of these conditions can be rectified. Philodendron plant leaves…
If your Polka Dot plant is looking leggy, you might be wondering how to get it back to its petite, compact best. Don’t worry! It’s quite simple to solve legginess in Polka Dot plants. In this article, I’m going to explore the reasons why your Polka Dot plant might be getting leggy and give you…
Indoor plants are the perfect way to complete your home décor. They add a touch of nature, and one of the most sought after is the dieffenbachia. Still, these aren’t the easiest plants to deal with since they tend to fall over once they reach a particular stage. Poor lighting is the main cause for…
Philodendrons are popular houseplants because of both their beauty and their gentle tolerance of conditions that are not quite ideal. In terms of humidity, these plants will tolerate a wide range of different moisture levels but will thrive if you can keep them in their ideal conditions. This is surprisingly easy to do if you…
Cactus are hardy plants that are accustomed to challenging environments. However, certain environmental stressors can see your cactus begin to turn red. This does not necessarily indicate an unhealthy plant, but it is a sign your plant is telling you something is amiss. The good news is you can return your plant to its natural…