Houseplants

Learn how to grow houseplants, troubleshoot pest and disease issues, and cultivate a green paradise in the comfort of your own home!

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Houseplants

How to Fix a Leaning Palm Tree

Palm trees sometimes develop a lean that compromises their appearance and stability. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to straighten a leaning palm tree using supports and proper technique to avoid damaging the trunk or root system.

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Houseplants

5 Symptoms of Overwatered Snake Plants

Snake plants are considered nearly indestructible, but overwatering is the one mistake that can kill them quickly. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains the key symptoms of overwatering so you can catch problems early and adjust your care before serious damage occurs.

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Essential Boston Fern Winter Care Tips

Boston ferns need special attention during the winter months when indoor conditions work against their tropical nature. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares essential care adjustments to keep your Boston fern healthy and lush through the cold season.

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Houseplants

How to Save a Dying Spider Plant

Spider plants are known for being nearly indestructible, but even these resilient houseplants can struggle when conditions go wrong. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to diagnose what's causing your spider plant to decline and the steps to nurse it back to health.

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7 Houseplants That Refresh Stagnant Indoor Air

Have you ever heard that houseplants refresh air in homes and offices? While there is contention about whether this is the case, it doesn’t hurt to add a few plants to indoor spaces. If anything, they’ll refresh the interior with their color and presence. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay has seven plants you can grow indoors to liven up the space.

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Houseplants

5 Tips for Clean and Shiny Orchid Leaves

Clean orchid leaves make your plant healthier and happier. But new orchid growers might not have the best idea how to clean them. Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, provides tips on how to have shiny orchid leaves all year long.

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How to Grow Spider Plants in Water

Spider plants are one of the easiest houseplants to propagate, and growing them in water is simple and rewarding. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains how to root spider plant plantlets in water, creating new plants without soil or complicated equipment.

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7 Fragrant Amaryllis Varieties For Your Home

Winter isn’t the most floriferous, but fragrant amaryllis varieties can make it more so! While they typically bloom in spring, you can force them indoors. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay walks you through seven fragrant amaryllis cultivars you can have at home this winter.

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5 Common Care Mistakes That Will Kill Your Monstera

Monstera are amazing houseplants. Some vine and climb up tall moss poles, while a few are upright growers. Most have very similar needs to thrive, but missing some of these can cause problems. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers a few monstera care mistakes you should avoid.