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Types of Ficus

Rubber Plant Care: How To Take Care Of Rubber Plants

  • Sep 15, 2023
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The Rubber Plant is surprisingly easy to care for given its dramatic, larger-than-life foliage. These plants will grow as tall as your largest pot allows.

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Types of Succulents

Growing ZZ Plants: How To Care For A ZZ Plant

  • Sep 15, 2023
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Caring for Zamioculcas zamiifolia, popularly known as the ZZ plant takes about as much effort as getting some Z’s.. (yes, it's that easy). Here's how:

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Types of Dogbane

Hoya Carnosa Care Tips: How To Care For Hoya Carnosa

  • Sep 05, 2023
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With sweetly fragrant blooms so perfect you may wonder if they're real, hoya carnosa is a delight to all of the senses. Here's our care guide.

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Types of Dracaena

Growing Dracaena Marginata: Care Tips

  • Sep 05, 2023
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Dragon trees (Dracaena marginata) are cheerful indoor plants with beautiful branches that bring savannah vibes to any space. Here's how to care for them.

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Types of Ficus

Ficus Lyrata Care Tips: How To Care For Ficus Lyrata Indoors

  • Sep 05, 2023
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The Ficus Lyrata, or fiddle leaf fig tree, can quickly spruce up any room. Here's how to take care of a fiddle leaf fig.

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Types of Peperomia

Caring For Peperomia Plants: Peperomia Care Tips

  • Sep 05, 2023
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I've grown lots of types of peperomias. Here are my top peperomia care tips.

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Types of Calendula

Caring For A Calendula Officinalis: Calendula Care Tips

  • Sep 05, 2023
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Calendula is one of the versatile medicinal plants that you can grow at home. Here are my top calendula care tips.

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Types of Peperomia

Peperomia Watermelon Care Tips

  • Sep 05, 2023
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Here are my peperomia watermelon care tips after growing all types of peperomia plants.

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Types of Monstera

Monstera Adansonii Care Guide

  • Aug 29, 2023
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Monstera Adansonii is a unique variety of the popular jungle climbers loved by plant parents everywhere. Read on for tips to care for these lacy-leaved plants!

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Types of Philodendron

Philodendron Brasil Care Guide

  • Aug 29, 2023
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Earning its name from vibrant green and yellow streaked leaves resembling the Brazilian flag, the Philodendron Brasil is a popular variegated cultivar of the Heartleaf Philodendron.

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Types of Philodendron

Split Leaf Philodendron Care Guide

  • Aug 16, 2023
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The Split Leaf Philodendron is a fun, tropical addition to any houseplant collection, thriving in most environments with sufficient light and humidity. 

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Types of Ficus

Ficus Benjamina Care Guide

  • Aug 16, 2023
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The Ficus Benjamina is known for its dreamy tuft of glossy leaves and pliable branches. Here is how to care for the weeping fig.

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Types of Pothos

Marble Queen Pothos Care Guide

  • Aug 16, 2023
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Fans of variegations will swoon over the Marble Queen Pothos, a popular variegated Pothos variety with elegant, marbled foliage.

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Types of Philodendron

Growing Philodendron Micans Care Guide

  • Aug 16, 2023
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Just when you thought you knew all of the most common Philodendrons by heart…here comes a velvety stunner! The Philodendron micans is a voracious climber with gorgeous iridescent, velvety leaves. This is how to take care of it.

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Types of Calathea

Calathea Ornata Care Guide: How To Care For Pinstripe Plants

  • Aug 09, 2023
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Here’s how to care for Calathea Ornata plants, AKA Pinstripe Plants.

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Types of Calathea

Calathea Orbifolia Care Guide: How To Care For Pinstripe Plants

  • Aug 09, 2023
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Here’s how to care for Calathea Orbifolia plants, AKA Prayer Plants.

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Types of Bromeliad

Tillandsia Care: How To Care For Air Plants

  • Aug 08, 2023
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Plant Description The Tillandsia genus, widely known as air plants, consists of 650 species. Native to southern North America through to South America, air plants have evolved to inhabit ecological niches found within various forest, mountain, and desert environments. For this reason, air plants make perfect indoor plants as they

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Types of Monstera

Monstera Deliciosa Care: How To Care Of Monstera Plants

  • Aug 08, 2023
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Here are my top monstera deliciosa care tips for a fast-growing tropical indoor plant.

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Types of Philodendron

Growing pink princess philodendron: How to grow them and keep them happy

  • Jul 29, 2023
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Despite their slightly fussy purebred temperament, pink princess philodendron plants are pretty easy to care for. Learn how to care for this splashy pink plant here!

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Types of Dracaena

Snake Plant Care: how to keep them happy

  • Jul 29, 2023
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Plant description The Dracaena genus, more popularly known as Snake Plants, is a very popular houseplant option for beginners and experts alike. It’s easy to care for, can adapt to various environments, and boasts a variety of striking foliage. It’s primarily cultivated for ornamental use as an indoor plant and

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Types of Calathea

Calathea Lancifolia Care Tips: Rattlesnake Plant Care

  • Jul 12, 2023
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Calathea Lancifolia, known commonly as a rattlesnake plant, can be a bit of a diva! Here's everything we know about Calathea lancifolia care.

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Types of Ferns

Maidenhair fern care: How to keep them happy

  • Jul 12, 2023
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Here's everything we know about Maidenhair fern care.

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Types of Pothos

Golden Pothos plant care: how to keep them happy

  • Jun 07, 2023
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Golden Pothos are the gold standard of easy-care houseplants. These lush climbers are incredible air-purifiers and every plant collector's dream.

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Plant Glossary

Orchid care tips for healthy, happy orchids

  • Dec 10, 2022
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Read more about orchid care basics. Bring these tropical plants indoors to enjoy their beautiful blooms for life!

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Plant Glossary

Bird of paradise care tips for a happy, vibrant tropical paradise

  • Dec 07, 2022
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Let the Bird of Paradise shine in your home with these easy care tips.

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How to care for a Red Maple bonsai tree

  • Nov 28, 2022
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Learn how to care for the strikingly beautiful Red Maple bonsai tree.

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Pomegranate bonsai tree care guide for beginners

  • Nov 25, 2022
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Imagine having a pomegranate tree right on your kitchen counter. And you can! Learn how to take care of your very own pomegranate bonsai tree.

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chinese elm bonsai care guide for beginners

  • Sep 12, 2022
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Want a fun and hardy outdoor bonsai tree? Try the Chinese Elm bonsai and follow these tips in this Chinese Elm bonsai care guide to get started.

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Types of Succulents

growing jade plants: how to grow them and keep them happy

  • Jan 19, 2022
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This gem is one of the most popular succulents for good reason. Over time, your jade plant will reward consistent care by growing into a beautifully branched, ornamental table-piece that can live for generations.

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Types of Succulents

growing aloe vera indoors: how to grow aloe vera plants and keep them happy

  • Jan 14, 2022
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Aloe vera looks like a high-drama plant with its dramatic spikes, but this succulent is truly lovable on the inside. Aloe gel is dense with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants straight from nature with a range of incredible healing properties.

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Plant Glossary

growing spider plant: how to keep them happy

  • Jan 13, 2022
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If you want your plant collection to grow faster than a family of happy little rabbits, look no further than the spider plant!

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Types of Dandelion

taraxacum officinale: how to grow dandelion plants and keep them happy

  • Dec 27, 2021
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Growing dandelion plants indoors? Here’s how to grow dandelion and its naturopathic benefits.

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Types of Chamomile

Growing chamomile: how to grow chamomile plants and keep them happy

  • Dec 23, 2021
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Growing chamomile plants indoors? Here’s how to grow chamomile and its naturopathic benefits.

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Types of Geraniaceae

pelargonium care: how to keep them happy

  • Oct 15, 2021
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If you imagine a home with a white picket fence, chances are Pelargonium are close by! But did you know that these plants thrive indoors?

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Types of Ferns

boston fern care: how to keep them happy

  • Oct 15, 2021
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Pot the impossible! The Boston fern filters light and purifies the air. Known commonly as Sword Fern, Ladder Fern, or Boss Fern, this plant is easier to keep indoors than you might think.

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Types of Dogbane

hoya care: how to keep them happy

  • Oct 11, 2021
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In general, Hoya plants are quite easy to care for. Although all Hoyas have similar characteristics and care, each variety of wax plant will have some needs specific to its species. Do a bit of research on your specific wax plant species to ensure you offer it the best environment

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Types of Ivy

english ivy plant care: how to keep them happy

  • Oct 06, 2021
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English Ivy will happily grow on just about anything, from brick walls to exposed pipes. This climber adds an elegant, leafy ambience to your home.

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