Author: Cori
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How to Move Houseplants Outdoors For the Summer
Moving houseplants outdoors for the summer may seem kind of counter-intuitive – they are houseplants after all. However, there are several benefits and reasons to try it. I don’t move all of my plants outdoors for the summer but certain plants go out every single year. It’s like a little ‘summer vacation’ for my houseplants,…
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Easy DIY Self-Watering Moss Pole
If you are reading this article, chances are you have had some unfortunate experiences with moss poles in the past. I’ve been there. I tried to make moss poles work in my houseplants for a couple of years, always ending up with hopelessly dry and crispy moss. Eventually, I gave up and destined my vining…
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9 Indoor Trees That Will Actually Survive in Low Light
Do you have a shady corner of your home that needs a little love? Look no further, this list of 9 low light indoor trees will actually survive in that dark corner where your other plants have gone to die. When it comes to indoor trees that will grow in low light conditions things can…
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Epiphytic Houseplants: Everything You Need to Know
Including what they are and how to keep them happy indoors. An epiphyte is a type of plant that grows on another plant but is not parasitic. Epiphytes don’t require much (if any) soil as their roots absorb water and micronutrients from the air and debris around them. If this concept sounds foreign when it…
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How to Grow Echeveria Succulents Indoors
Echeveria is a large genus of flower-shaped succulents native to semi-desert areas of Central and South America. They are extremely popular houseplants and under the right conditions are pretty low-maintenance. Here’s how you can keep Echeveria happy indoors. RELATED: Easy DIY FABRIKÖR IKEA Greenhouse Cabinet Light, Water, & Soil Light Echeveria are desert succulents and…
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How to Grow Snake Plants (Mother-in-Law’s Tongue)
Hardy, drought-tolerant, & low-maintenance. Snake plants, also commonly called ‘mother-in-law’s tongue’, are one of my favourite houseplants because they are low-maintenance and hard-to-kill. I think they add a modern touch of greenery to any space, and they thrive on neglect. Plus, there are lots of cool varieties to choose from! Anytime I have a low-light…
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Easy DIY FABRIKÖR IKEA Greenhouse Cabinet
Alright, I’m really excited about this DIY. I’ve been yearning for a greenhouse cabinet for a number of years now, and I finally decided to take the plunge. Plus, I found an amazing IKEA FABRIKÖR cabinet on Facebook Marketplace for a fraction of the price which definitely helped. As far as greenhouse cabinets go this…
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How to Grow Silver Sword Philodendron (Philodendron Hastatum)
The silver sword philodendron (Philodendron hastatum) is a unique species of Philodendron that is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil. It earned its name thanks to its stunning silvery-green sword-shaped foliage which has a shimmery appearance under the right light. The silver sword philodendron is considered rare and can be difficult to come by.…
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How to Propagate Snake Plants in Water With 100% Success
No more rotted cuttings with this simple trick! Snake plants are awesome houseplants that are low-maintenance, air-purifying, and great for low light. Plus, propagating snake plants in water is super easy which means you can share your plant with friends and family (or just create more plants for your personal home jungle). While they are…
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Monstera Aerial Roots: Everything You Need to Know
While they can be unsightly, monstera aerial roots are completely normal and a natural part of this tropical aroid’s growing habit. So what are aerial roots exactly? And what should you do with them? Here’s everything you need to know about aerial roots on your monstera! What Are Aerial Roots? Simply put, aerial roots are…
