11 months ago
Sweetheart Plant (Hoya kerrii) Care Guide
Want it to grow? Make sure that the plant has a stem and isn't just a leaf planted in soil.
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11 months ago
How to Care for Your Coconut Orchid (Maxillariella tenuifolia)
One of the most striking features of Maxillariella tenuifolia is its fragrant flowers that have a strong coconut scent.
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11 months ago
Lightning Jewel Orchid (Macodes petola) Care Guide
Macodes petola is a popular choice among orchid enthusiasts and beginner gardeners alike. It has shimmering leaves with a striking pattern that resembles lightning bolts on its foliage.
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11 months ago
How to water an Anthurium plant
Anthuriums can tolerate drying out a bit between waterings, and do not like to be kept in too-wet soil, so it's better to err on the side of underwatering than overwatering.
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11 months ago
How to Water a Mixed Outdoor Container Garden
To ensure a thriving and prospering mixed container garden it's important to water it regularly and avoid excessive drought.
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11 months ago
Amazonian Elephant's Ear (Alocasia × amazonica) Care Guide
Despite its name, this specific variety actually doesn't come from any sort of rainforest - the hybrid was actually created in Florida during the 1950s.
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11 months ago
How to water Begonia plants
Begonias can tolerate drying out somewhat between waterings, so it's better to err on the side of underwatering than overwatering.
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11 months ago
Petunia Care Guide: Watering, Light, and Pruning Tips
If the soil dries up a bit too much it will sadly increase the risk of aphids, so make sure that everything is ok with the soil.
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11 months ago
×Doritaenopsis Care: Moth Orchid Hybrids and Watering Tips
When it's done flowering: remove dead flowers and you can also cut off any dry / brown stems. It will hopefully flower again soon.
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11 months ago
Tradescantia Plant Care and Propagation Guide
Tradescantias have gained popularity due to their unique leaf patterns and colors. They come in a variety of different hues, including purple, pink, green, mint, and silver.
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11 months ago
Snake Plant Care Guide and Facts
Mother-in-Law's Tongue (Sansevieria trifasciata) is one of NASA's favorite plants since it removes formaldehyde and benzene from the air.
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11 months ago
String of Turtles Care Guide: Peperomia prostrata
Want to complete your plant collection with something that looks like turtles? This is the plant for you!
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11 months ago
Hindu Rope Plant (Hoya compacta) Care & Facts
Actually thrives in pretty tight pots, so don't plant it in a pot that's too big and always use one with drainage holes.
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11 months ago
Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) Care & Propagation Guide
Looking for a really tough plant that can handle high temperatures and direct sunlight? The desert rose might be it!
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11 months ago
Philodendron 'Birkin' Care Guide
Philodendron 'Birkin' is fairly a new cultivar on the market that has quickly gained popularity among house plant enthusiasts.
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11 months ago
Alocasia Frydek Care Guide & Growing Tips
This is a variegated cultivar, and its name is often wrongly used for the non-variegated 'Maxkowskii'.
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11 months ago
How to care for Echeveria succulents
Never ever water on the leaves and only water if the soil has been allowed to dry out completely.
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11 months ago
How to Water a Common Houseleek
Some plants require less water than others. Plants with so-called minimal water needs like the Common houseleek can tolerate drying out completely, and so only need infrequent watering.
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11 months ago
Triostar Stromanthe (Stromanthe thalia) Care Guide
A vibrant and multicolored plant that needs a little extra love to thrive in your care.
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11 months ago
How to water a Hibiscus
Some plants require more water than others. Plants with so-called high water needs like the Hibiscus don't like to dry out completely, and so need more frequent watering.
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