Category: Grow Guides
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How to Grow Pothos (Devil’s Ivy) Indoors
The EASIEST houseplant to grow – even if you have a brown thumb! When it comes to houseplants, few are more popular or well-known than the pothos (Epipremnum aureum). Also commonly known as devil’s ivy, these vining plants can be found in nearly every houseplant lover’s home. They are easy to grow, affordable, and forgiving…
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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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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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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…
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Alocasia Frydek: How to Grow the Green Velvet Alocasia
Alocasia frydek (Alocasia micholitziana), also commonly known as the green velvet alocasia, is a relatively rare variety of Alocasia that has skyrocketed in popularity over the past couple of years – and it’s easy to see why! This stunning Alocasia variety has velvety dark green leaves that are contrasted by stark light green veining. While…
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Monstera Deliciosa: How to Grow the Swiss Cheese Plant
Monstera deliciosa, also commonly referred to as the ‘swiss cheese plant’ or “split-leaf philodendron” (although monsteras are not a part of the philodendron genus at all!) has taken the plant world by storm and is undeniably one of the most common and popular houseplants out there. It’s pretty much guaranteed that you’ve seen these lush…
