Tillandsia Care
Air Plant (Tillandsia) Care Air plants, or Tillandsias, are Bromeliads in the pineapple family. They are classified as epiphytes, meaning they attach themselves to trees for support, taking nothing...
View ArticleHouseplant Care 101
Once you have chosen a houseplant which is appropriate for the light conditions in your location, the single most important aspect of their care is knowing how to water correctly. When at all...
View ArticleZZ Plant Care Instructions
ZZ Plant Zamioculcas zamiifolia The ZZ plant is an Aroid from eastern Africa which survived extinction caused by drastic changes in the climate. It is found in dry forest regions, often growing on...
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Houseplant Care Guidelines
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Fungus Gnats in Houseplants
Almost all of us have wondered about those little black gnats that seem to come with our houseplants. What are they and how can we get rid of them? Fungus gnats are interesting little insects. The...
View ArticleMoving Houseplants Inside in the Winter
Most houseplants are from tropical locales where cold temperatures are rare and temperatures average 72°F. Although they do well in our yards during the summer, they will need to be moved inside before...
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Succulent Bowls Step by Step
If you love succulents, chances are that you will want to put together your own “creation” in the form of a succulent bowl. Since I have been around a long time (I am NOT old!), I have learned the...
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Protecting Tropical Plants in the Winter
Protecting Tropical Plants in the Winter Our tropical plants have been happy outside over the summer, but cold weather is soon approaching. We need be prepared to bring our tender plants inside for a...
View ArticleFiddle Leaf Fig Care
Every era has had its favorite houseplant. In the 50’s and 60’s it was the African violet. The 70’s was a houseplant mecca, with macramé hangers and Peace Lily plants dominating the scene. The 80’s and...
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Tropical Pitcher Plants
Tropical Pitcher Plant Nepenthes alata x ventricosa The Tropical Pitcher Plant, also known as Monkey Cup, is a Carnivorous plant that is native to the Philippines. It is one of the easiest Pitcher...
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