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

7 Best Alocasia Types for Beginners

If you’re new to growing alocasias, you probably want to know about the best alocasia for beginners. There are many varieties that are easy for newbies, and they’re easy to find at your local nursery too. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay covers seven varieties great for new growers.

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Houseplants

A Visual Guide to Healthy Orchid Roots

How do you know you’re looking at healthy orchid roots? There are multiple ways to tell! Use these signs to determine whether or not your orchid is doing well. Experienced gardener Sarah Jay discusses the healthy root characteristics here.

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Houseplants

7 Low-Maintenance Orchids Anyone Can Grow

Orchids have a reputation for being difficult, but several varieties thrive with basic care and standard household conditions. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares seven beginner-friendly orchids that bloom reliably without specialty equipment or fussy requirements.

A close-up shot of a potted houseplant, showcasing its yellowish veins and patterned leaves of the lemon lime maranta

Houseplants

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Lemon Lime’ Maranta

One of the most beloved houseplants is ‘Lemon Lime’ maranta. This low-light dweller has praying hands, much like its relatives in the arrowroot family. How do these praying hands work, and how do you care for one of these unique plants? Experienced gardener, Sarah Jay, covers it all here!

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Houseplants

The Easy Way to Get Your Hoya to Bloom

Hoyas can be stubborn bloomers, sometimes taking years before producing their first flowers. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares a surprisingly simple trick to trigger blooming, plus other methods to encourage those coveted flower clusters.