Phalaenopsis (or moth orchids) come in a variety of gorgeous colors. But have you ever seen blue orchids at grocery stores, florists or at orchid shows? Are blue orchids even real? Keep reading to find out the plain truth and everything you need to know! While certainly striking, blue Phalaenopsis orchids have a bit of, …
With so many different Calathea varieties out there, it’s hard to choose a favorite. Keep reading to view 39 different types of Calatheas, and at the end, I’ll go over some basic care tips so that you can keep your Calatheas in tip-tip shape, all while minimizing crispy brown edges. CALATHEA VARIETIES Many species in …
Commonly known as the Ripple Peperomia, Peperomia caperata is a popular houseplant with characteristically quilted, heart-shaped leaves. Many varieties are available and are presented later this in this post. Keep reading to find out the best way to take care of this stunning Brazilian rain forest native. This compact plant is perfect for small spaces …
Are African Violets (Saintpaulia) toxic to cats? Keep reading this short post to find out the simple answer, and also to discover some things that you may not have thought of that are important to consider so you can keep your beloved pets safe! Good news. The short answer is no! The ASPCA (American Society …
Have you been curious about growing Phalaenopsis orchids in LECA (lightweight expanded clay aggregate)? If you’d like to experiment with a potting medium other than orchid bark (fir bark) or sphagnum moss, converting orchids to LECA clay pellets is a fun project, and I will lay it out for you step by step right here! …
Is your Peperomia obtusifolia (also known as “Baby Rubber Plant”) ready to be repotted? If you want to make sure you’re doing the absolute best job you can, keep reading. I will show you 3 simple steps (with photos) so you can ensure that you have success! You’ll want to do this the right way …
Have you just received some Oxalis triangularis (Purple Shamrock Plant) corms that you’d like to plant? Or maybe you want to learn how to divide and propagate your current plant? In this post, I will show you both of these techniques, step-by-step with photos. It is very easy to do, so keep reading to find …
Pepperomia obtusifolia is one of my favorite (and easiest!) houseplants to grow indoors. Some common names include Baby Rubber Plant, Radiator Plant, Pepper Face Plant and American Rubber Plant. In this post, I will share with you some crucial care tips including light, watering, fertilizing, soil and pot size, temperature and humidity, flowering, propagation and …
Are you as obsessed with “String of…” plants as I am? From String of Pearls to String of Pickles and everything in between, here are 12 fascinating plants that you can add to your collection! Some are more readily available than others, but keep looking because they are all treasures for any plant lover. 1. …
If you have been curious about growing houseplants in LECA, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, I interviewed a fellow houseplant enthusiast and friend of mine, who is a heavy user of LECA, to share her experiences! “Semi-hydo” methods are becoming increasingly popular, so if you’ve wanted to experiment with growing houseplants …