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Raffaele Di Lallo

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Monstera Has Only One Stem: 3 Important Things to Know

Does your Monstera deliciosa have one one stem? Is it normal for your Monstera to have only one stem or vine? Perhaps you’ve seen a bushy Monstera deliciosa plant and you’re wondering how on Earth do you get yours to look like that? In this post, I’ll explain the answers to all these questions and …

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How to Propagate Monstera in Water: 3 Easy Steps (w/ photos)

Do you want to know how to successfully propagate Monstera in water? Luckily, water propagation of Monstera deliciosa (sometimes known as swiss cheese plant) is super simple! However, there are some very important concepts to know as you’re going through the propagation process, so keep reading so that you can be successful. In no time, …

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Purple Coleus: 48 Spectacular Varieties for Your Garden

Are you looking for gorgeous purple coleus plants to add to your garden and summer pots? Keep scrolling to check out 48 stunning purple coleus varieties. You can’t beat Coleus plants for their fast growth rate, ease of care, and uniquely colorful foliage. Some of the varieties here have predominantly purple foliage. Some are even …

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Pink Syngonium Ultimate Care Guide: 7 Best Tips

If you’re crazy about pink plants, look no further than the pink Syngonium. Commonly known as pink arrowhead plant, these make for wonderful indoor plants and their unique color really adds a special touch to your plant collection. Keep reading to learn all about how to care for the beautiful pink Syngonium. PINK SYNGONIUM CARE …

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Ficus benjamina: 7 Crucial Care Tips for Weeping Fig

Ficus benjamina, commonly known as the weeping fig plant, is a classic, yet often abused houseplant that is rarely seen in its full glory. With the tips in this post, your plant will be in top shape! Its common name comes from the plant’s elegant habit of lightly drooping branches. Keep reading to learn all …

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3 Simple Steps to Save a Rotting Alocasia Plant

Are your Alocasia plants suffering from root rot? In this post, I’ll show you all the trouble signs to look for and give you a simple plan to help you turn things around so you can finally have a thriving Alocasia. After implementing the items in this post, your plant will never suffer from root …

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Orchid Leaves Falling Off? Here Are 9 Common Reasons Why

Is your moth orchid losing leaves left and right and you’re not sure what’s going on? In this post, I talk about 9 of the most common reasons why your Phalaenopsis orchids are losing their leaves, and what you can do about it. REASONS FOR ORCHID LEAVES FALLING OFF There are many reasons why your …

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How to Grow Vanilla Orchid Indoors: 10 Fun Facts

Did you know that the vanilla bean we use in cooking actually comes from an orchid and that you can grow this plant indoors? Vanilla planifolia, commonly known as the vanilla bean orchid, can be easily grown indoors in your home or in a greenhouse. Keep reading to learn how to grow vanilla orchids indoors. …

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How to Propagate Fiddle Leaf Fig in Water – 3 EASY Steps

Do you want the easiest way ever to propagate your fiddle leaf fig plant? While there are many different ways to propagate your plant, water propagation is by far the easiest and it’s also fun to watch the new roots develop. Keep reading to find out the simple, yet important steps, to propagate your Ficus …

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HOW TO GROW FIDDLE LEAF FIG: 9 INDISPENSABLE TIPS

Have you just purchased a fiddle leaf fig, or perhaps are are struggling with your current plant and you’re not quite sure what to do? This plant is everywhere and is often abused due to the abundance of misconceptions on how to care for it. If you’d like concrete, practical information on how to help …

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