Callisia navicularis, sometimes called Tradescantia navicularis, is an easy to grow plant that can vary in appearance quite drastically depending on your growing conditions. And not to mention, it is also very easy to propagate! Let’s explore how to care for this not too commonly seen, yet delightful houseplant! This Mexico native is a trailing, …
I love Hoyas in general, but Hoya obovata is definitely in my top favorites! It is a very easy going plant with thick, leathery, succulent oval leaves which are often speckled with white or pink markings. And after the plant is at least 2-3 years or so, you will be rewarded with beautiful clusters of …
Peperomia polybotrya, also known as Coin-Leaf Peperomia or Raindrop Peperomia, is a delightful addition to your houseplant collection. The glossy green, thick, heart-shaped leaves are beautiful and the plant remains pretty compact so it is great for smaller spaces! Native to Colombia and Peru, this upright grower doesn’t get much larger than about 12-15 inches …
Do you like Crown of Thorns, but really don’t care for, well…the thorns? If so, Euphorbia geroldii, also known as Thornless Crown of Thorns or Gerald’s Spurge, is a fantastic option! It is much harder to find than it’s thorny relative Euphorbia milii, but is well worth it! Threatened by habitat loss in its native …
With so many types of Snake Plants out there, the Whale Fin Snake Plant, or Sansevieria Masoniana, is definitely the king with it’s gigantic leaves! Although not as easy to come by as other Sansevierias, it makes for a very special plant in your houseplant collection. Sometimes called Mason’s Congo Sansevieria, this snake plant is …
Syngonium podophyllum, or Arrowhead Vine, makes for an incredibly satisfying houseplant! It is relatively easy to care for, grows very quickly with good care, and is super easy to propagate! If you don’t provide good, consistent care, it can look a bit ratty. Or over time, it may become unruly like my Syngonium podophyllum albo-variegatum, …
Few houseplants plants have caused such an uproar in the plant world as Pilea peperomioides. Commonly known as Chinese Money Plant, UFO Plant, Friendship Plant, Missionary Plant, Coin Plant or Pancake Plant…Pilea peperomioides care is easy if you can provide the ideal conditions that it prefers. Keep reading so I can show you exactly how …
Watermelon peperomia, or Peperomia argyreia, is a beautiful foliage houseplant named after the fact that its leaves resemble watermelon rinds. And what beautiful foliage it is! I’ve known many people that have killed this plant, but if you follow my tips, you can succeed so keep reading! This plant is truly easy to grow if …
Growing fresh ginger indoors is super easy! Many people are so shocked when I tell them that I grow and harvest my own ginger at home. Keep reading and I will show you step by step how to grow a ton of ginger indoors. You will be shocked and amazed at how much ginger you …
Begonia maculata ‘Wightii’ is another houseplant that has taken the plant world by storm and is super popular. And for good reason! The foliage is absolutely stunning and is nicknamed the Polka Dot begonia for obvious reasons. Begonias can be a bit touchy though, so it is important to know a few things to keep …