So, it’s been your dream to own a philodendron splendid, also known as Philodendron sp. ‘Verrucosum x Melanochrysum.’ Congratulations! You might wonder how to care for your new plant to keep it looking its best. To get you started, consider these suggestions: First: What Is Philodendron Splendid? Philodendron splendid is a tropical evergreen plant that … Read more
If you’re a pothos enthusiast, you may or may not have heard of Jessenia. Jessenia is a recent addition to the family and is an incredibly rare variety to find. The few lucky plant lovers to get a Jessenia treasure it immensely for its stunning marble variegation. If you are lucky to have a Jessenia … Read more
Hoyas are exotic and striking tropical epiphytic plants that grace any home or garden. One rare variety of Hoya is Hoya verticillata, distinguished for its cream-colored blooms with dazzling pink or reddish centers. If you’re lucky to have one of these rare plants in your possession, you need to know how to care for them … Read more
If you’re looking for a hardy, an easy-to-grow succulent that can tolerate a wide range of conditions, the Senecio barbertonicus, or “succulent bush Senecio,” is a great choice. You might be surprised to learn that it’s not a true succulent. Here’s why. This plant does not store water in its leaves like normal succulents, despite … Read more
It is possible to make your pothos branch out and produce more stems from the same vine. So whether you have a pothos with bare stems or even a healthy pothos that needs a bushier look, here are two methods you can try. 1.) Apply Keiki Paste to the Bare Nodes Keiki cloning paste is … Read more
A leggy pothos is not just unaesthetic. Often, it’s also unhealthy, and more vulnerable to pests and diseases. Here are four essential care requirements that will prevent leggy pothos growth. 1.) Give It Bright Indirect Light The first step in how to keep a pothos from getting leggy is giving it bright indirect light. Admittedly, … Read more
If you have a leggy pothos plant and don’t want to give it a drastic trim, here are four methods to provide it with a fuller, bushier look. 1.) Propagate Cuttings in the Same Pot Take a few pothos cuttings, then simply plant them in the same pot as the mother plant. You don’t even … Read more
A trailing pothos can turn your home into a veritable indoor jungle. But if your pothos is growing very long vines with bare stems or very few leaves, that’s a sign that it’s becoming leggy. Pothos usually become leggy in response to a combination of low light and too much fertilizer. Mature pothos plants that … Read more
Dill can help attract beneficial insects such as butterflies, praying mantis, honeybees, parasitic wasps, hoverflies, and ladybugs. It can also help keep unwanted guests from your gardens, such as spider mites, aphids, and cabbage loopers. Let’s check out some dill companion plants that are excellent neighbors and some that can cause your vegetables to taste … Read more
Whether you want to save money or the planet, these sustainable home improvements will help. Adding insulation, air-sealing, and new windows will also make your home more comfortable. Here is a list of the top twelve home improvements to make your home more sustainable: 1.) Schedule HVAC System Maintenance Homeowners often do not keep up … Read more
