That “Christmas cactus” you bought at Home Depot in November? It’s probably a Thanksgiving cactus. And no, that’s not the same thing. Most people don’t know there are three different holiday cacti that look almost identical until you know what to look for. Stores label them all “Christmas cactus” because that’s what sells. But true … Read more
most people grow snake plants for years without ever seeing a flower. then one day a weird stalk shoots up from the base covered in small white blooms that smell like vanilla,you get excited then immediately panic because google says its either dying or thriving and nobody can agree which. i researched this for weeks … Read more
okay so philodendron micans isnt gonna survive total neglect but compared to most trailing plants its pretty forgiving. the leaves are what hooked me first time i saw one – deep velvety burgundy-green that shimmers when light hits it right and the undersides are straight up purple-pink. theyre actually soft and velvety, not waxy or … Read more
i’ve killed a lot of houseplants. like, an embarrassing amount. but peperomia? these things have survived my worst neglect and somehow still look decent. theres over 1000 different species with wildly different appearances – colors, textures, sizes that genuinely make you think they’re completely unrelated plants. but what actually matters is they’re small (max 12 … Read more
ever stare at a houseplant display and feel completely overwhelmed because you’ve killed every green thing you’ve ever owned? spider plants are basically the opposite of that problem. these things are so hard to kill that they’ve become the official plant of “i have no idea what i’m doing but lets try anyway.” native to … Read more
you want the clean look of a sealed pot. understood. but let’s start honest: planting succulents in containers without drainage is a high-risk move. the professional consensus is clear. horticulturists, soil scientists, serious growers all say the same thing: don’t. a succulent can survive for a while in a sealed pot, but it won’t thrive. … Read more
Hydrangeas can be breathtaking—but only when they bloom to their full potential. Too often, gardeners face the frustration of sparse or lackluster flowers, despite their best efforts. The secret? It’s all in the fertilizer. Here’s exactly how to feed your hydrangeas for stunning, full blooms every year, no matter the variety or climate. And a … Read more
Ever feel like your Christmas cactus has a mind of its own? One year it’s full of blooms, the next… nothing. If you’re not quite sure what it’s doing or how to help it along, you’re not alone. This little step-by-step guide is here to make things easy. Whether you’re a first-time plant mom or … Read more
A recent study has revealed that plants emit sounds kind of like “screams” when their under stress, such as when there being harvested. This discovery challenges our understanding of the plant world and has significant implications for both science and agriculture. Plants & Their Secret Language Scientists have been exploring all the different ways plants … Read more
Sage green’s soothing charm is dominating design trends, and the right plants can effortlessly complement this serene hue. With PPG naming “Olive Sprig” its 2022 Color of the Year, the timeless appeal of soft greens is here to stay. Why stop at paint when you can embrace nature itself? These 12 plants pair perfectly with … Read more
