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How To Get Rid Of Scale On Plants

  • Sep 15, 2023
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When pests attack your houseplant, it can get personal 🙅‍♀️In this article, we guide you through a gentle method for how to get rid of scale on plants without torches and pitchforks

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DIY Terrarium Table: How To Make A Table With Plants Inside

  • Sep 15, 2023
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Learn how to make a table with plants in it with this step-by-step DIY terrarium table guide.

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How to Use Leca for Plants: Step-by-Step Guide with Pictures

  • Sep 07, 2023
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Using leca for plants is a fun way to propagate plants. I tried this method to see what it was like. Here's how to do it.

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How To Use Grow Lights For Indoor Plants

  • Aug 29, 2023
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Everyone’s talking about grow lights, but how do you actually use them? Here, we answer all your questions about how to use grow lights for indoor plants.

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How To Propagate Peperomia Plants 2 Ways

  • Aug 29, 2023
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There are a few ways to propagate peperomia plants, by leaf cuttings or stems, soil or water. Here’s how to propagate peperomia every way.

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DIY Propagation Box With Grow Light

  • Aug 08, 2023
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Here's a step-by-step guide to making a DIY propagation box with grow lights.

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How To Make Pothos Fuller (In 5 Minutes)

  • Aug 07, 2023
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Does your pothos plant have long vines and not a lot of volume? Here’s how to make pothos fuller right now.

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How to Make a Moss Pole for Your Climbing Plants

  • Aug 03, 2023
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Here's how to make a moss pole for houseplants.

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How to Make Potting Soil for Indoor Plants, Plus My Secret Ingredient

  • Aug 03, 2023
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Want to learn how to make potting soil for indoor plants? It's pretty easy, plus I share my secret ingredient for healthy soil.

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How to Propagate a Split-Leaf Philodendron: Easy Step-by-Step Guide

  • Aug 03, 2023
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Want to know how to propagate a split-leaf philodendron plant? Here's how to do it.

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How to make a DIY indoor worm composting bin in 4 steps

  • Aug 02, 2023
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Channel food scraps into an indoor worm composting system and make DIY worm compost. It's good for plants, fun for people and reduces your waste stream!

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Homemade phosphorus fertilizer: Easy all natural DIY fertilizer in your kitchen

  • Aug 02, 2023
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Phosphorus (P) is an essential macronutrient that all plants need to grow. Learn how to make a homemade phosphorus fertilizer your plants will live for here.

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5 step IKEA greenhouse cabinet hack for an indoor jungle

  • Aug 02, 2023
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Dreaming of what leafy paradise would be possible with a greenhouse? Design your own with this brilliant IKEA greenhouse cabinet hack.

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How to harvest cannabis (and use the entire plant)

  • Aug 02, 2023
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Learn how to harvest cannabis from a pro. We share with you how we do it on a weed farm!

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How to use watering globes (we tested for ourselves)

  • Aug 02, 2023
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We tested some watering globes to see what all of the hype was about. Here’s how to use watering globes and, um, what to use instead.

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How To Make Homemade Indoor Plant Fertilizer

  • Jul 29, 2023
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Want to know how to make your own homemade indoor plant fertilizer? Well, we’ve been doing that for two years. Here’s how we did it.

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How To Make An Easy DIY Indoor Greenhouse (On Amazon)

  • Jul 29, 2023
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An indoor greenhouse is the best way to control the conditions where the plant is grown in. Here's how to make one.

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How To Decarb Weed For Homemade Cannabis Products

  • Jul 29, 2023
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If you want to make your own edibles, you’re going to need to know how to decarb weed. Here's how.

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How to use a moss pole for plants: An expert explains

  • Jul 12, 2023
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A moss pole retains moisture so that your climbing or vining house plants can get a drink while moving away from a more traditional water source, like, say, moist soil in a

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How to use a self watering pot (Greenery Unlimited review)

  • Jul 11, 2023
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We tested a self-watering pot by Greenery Unlimited and I'm already in love. See how how to use a self watering pot in this post!

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Painting terracotta pots: How to paint terracotta pots

  • Jul 11, 2023
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Painting terracotta pots is an easy, fun project for any rainy day. Brighten up your favorite houseplant pots with this fun DIY.

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How to make homemade spray to keep cats from eating plants

  • Jul 10, 2023
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Want to know how keep cats out of your plants? Here's my homemade spray to keep cats from eating plants.

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How to make live resin at home, step-by-step

  • May 30, 2023
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If you’re a fan of cannabis concentrates, you’ve probably been hearing a lot about live resin. Live resins have an aromatic profile that is just like a live cannabis plant.

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How to make a DIY plant shelf with grow lights

  • May 16, 2023
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Make this super simple plant shelf with grow lights with just 3 items.

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How to repot succulents: a beginners guide to repotting succulents

  • Apr 29, 2023
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If your succulents are looking a little sad, then repotting them into some fresh soil may help. Here’s how to repot succulents for happy and healthy growth.

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How to cut aloe vera plant without killing it

  • Mar 31, 2023
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Learn how to harvest an aloe vera plant without killing it, plus how to use the aloe gel for your skin with this simple aloe vera gel recipe.

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How to propagate swiss cheese plant (3 ways)

  • Mar 31, 2023
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Want to know how to propagate swiss cheese plants? Here are 3 propagation stations I set up when my monstera adansonii got a little leggy.

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What to do with extra scoby (hint: it’s good for the soil)

  • Feb 23, 2023
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I decided to feed my extra scoby to the worm farm. I am documenting the process so that you can try it on your garden and indoor plants too.

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How to mix neem oil for plants with 3 simple ingredients

  • Feb 22, 2023
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In this article, learn how to mix neem oil for plants and enjoy the benefits of this versatile, all-natural pest repellent and leaf shine product.

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How to grow marijuana from seed, step-by-step

  • Feb 17, 2023
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Here are our exact weed growing steps and pro tips for growing marijuana from seed.

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DIY tiered indoor plant stand: step-by-step instructions

  • Feb 15, 2023
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Ditch the expensive furniture and build your own! Follow our guide on how to make a DIY tiered plant stand for a chic way to show off your plants.

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Vermicomposting for beginners: how to compost indoors for happy plants

  • Feb 15, 2023
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We wanted to know how to compost at home for beginners, so we interviewed a vermicompost expert. Here’s how to get rich nutrient-dense soil fast in this post about composting for beginners.

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Expert tips for DIY soilless potting mix

  • Feb 15, 2023
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We interviewed Kenny Kong, creator of The Chonk, a soil-less potting mix about how to make well-draining potting soil. Here’s his diy potting mix recipe.

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How to make the perfect jungle-themed bathroom

  • Dec 15, 2022
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Learn how to create jungle vibes in your bathroom with this breakdown of rainforest bathroom design elements.

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How to clean monstera leaves gently (and how often)

  • Dec 12, 2022
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Learn how to clean monstera leaves so that they’re shiny, vibrant beauties.

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How to grow pothos in water for *decades*

  • Dec 04, 2022
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Follow my aunt’s tips for growing pothos in water for as long as you’re there to witness. Here’s how to grow pothos in water.

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How to make worm casting tea in 4 easy steps

  • Nov 25, 2022
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Bring your garden to life with this worm casting tea recipe. Learn how to make worm casting tea in 4 simple steps.

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How to use drip watering systems for potted plants

  • Sep 22, 2022
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I recently wrote about watering my plants while on vacation and recommended a drip irrigation system for anyone going away for more than a couple of weeks. Because I had experience with

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TESTED: how to water plants while away (7 methods)

  • Sep 18, 2022
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Want to know how to keep your plants watered while away? I'm a digital nomad and here are my 7 methods for watering plants while on vacation.

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How to make a balcony garden: ideas, tips, and best plants

  • Sep 15, 2022
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Get jungle vibes on your balcony with these balcony garden ideas. Here’s everything you need to set up your outdoor balcony garden space.

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DIY: how to make a window shelf for plants

  • Sep 08, 2022
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If you think you can’t fit any more plants on your window sill, think again. Here’s how to add more space to it by making a window shelf for your indoor plants!

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how to use an air stone for plants (water propagation)

  • Sep 06, 2022
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Want to know my favorite trick for fast propagation? Using an air stone to pump fresh oxygen into the water where I’m propagating.

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diy propagation station: how to make an plant propagation station

  • Jun 15, 2022
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Put your plant cuttings on display with this eye-catching and easy-to-make diy propagation station.

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How to grow herbs from seeds (how I did it)

  • Jun 01, 2022
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Did someone say DIY indoor herb garden? That's a pretty big ‘dill’! No more confusing planting instructions, ain’t nobody got ‘thyme’ for that. We’ll show you an easy way to grow your

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5 diy dollar tree planters that you can make right now

  • May 10, 2022
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Groom your abundant indoor jungle with these affordable (and fun!) DIY Dollar Tree planters.

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how to make a self watering moss pole in 15 minutes

  • May 08, 2022
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Ever tried to make a moss pole and it's crispy as? Yeah, me too. So I tried making a self watering moss pole and it turned out alright! Here's exactly what I

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DIY macramé plant hanger: 4 basic knots + pattern

  • May 06, 2022
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Macramé + plants = the perfect pair! This macramé plant hanger DIY is a great beginner-level project that beautifies any home. Learn how to make it here.

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all you need to know about watering plants from the bottom

  • Apr 27, 2022
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What are the benefits of watering plants from the bottom? And how does it work? We’ll answer all of your questions here.

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How often to fertilize indoor plants (and what to use)

  • Apr 05, 2022
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Fertilizer gives your plant what soil can’t: A boost of nutrients on demand. Learn exactly how often to fertilize indoor plants in this guide.

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How to use neem oil on houseplants

  • Apr 05, 2022
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Where there are plants, there are pests. And where there are pests, neem oil can save the day! Learn how to use neem oil on houseplants in this guide.

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how to make a succulent terrarium

  • Apr 02, 2022
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This creative, down time project is fun for gardeners of all ages. Learn how to make a succulent terrarium here!

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why, how, and when: repotting your fiddle leaf fig

  • Mar 28, 2022
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To re-pot, or not to re-pot? Repotting fiddle leaf figs is a quick and easy process with the right supplies and timing. This is how to do it:

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how to set up a terrarium (of any size)

  • Mar 26, 2022
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Learn how to set up a terrarium with Jira Sai, owner of Plant Corner in NYC. Jira shares what to put in a terrarium, how to set it up, and how to

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how often to repot plants? 5 signs it’s time to do it now

  • Mar 26, 2022
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Figuring out how often to repot plants is both an art and a science. Learn how to read your plant's cues that it's time for a new home in this guide.

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how to make a terrarium in a jar

  • Mar 06, 2022
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Learn how to make a terrarium in a jar with this super simple step-by-step guide. Indoor gardening has never been so easy!

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diy air plant holder: how to make an air plant holder

  • Mar 05, 2022
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If you’re feeling creative, then give this diy air plant holder guide a try. You’ll love all of these cute ideas to get you started!

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diy hydroponics: how to make a hydroponic grow system for indoor veggies

  • Mar 02, 2022
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Your indoor plants don’t just have to look pretty. Here’s how to make your own diy hydroponics system for an indoor veggie garden.

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how to make a rubber plant bushy, an expert shares

  • Feb 11, 2022
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We asked NYC plant shop owner Shana Taylor how she keeps her rubber plants happy and bushy. She shares her secrets and tells us what she uses to keep them happy.

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how to get a hoya plant to climb, according to experts

  • Jan 27, 2022
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Hoya plants like to climb and often do better when paired with a plant trellis for support. We asked plant shop owners of Plant the Studio how they get all of their

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