Houseplants

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

Two lovely flowers of pine cone ginger varieties November, appearing to have bright red blooms surrounded by green foliage

Houseplants

Pine Cone (Shampoo) Ginger Varieties to Grow Indoors this November

Pine cone ginger brings exotic appeal in its ornamental, culinary, and cleansing qualities. The tropical specimen grows well as a houseplant, especially in winter, as it appreciates protection from cold temperatures. Grow your own sweet-smelling, refreshing “shampoo” with ginger varieties indoors this November. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines the best indoor growing conditions and showy varieties for home use.

A person using a white watering can to water calathea plant, appearing to have patterned leaves in a white pot

Houseplants

When and How to Water Your Calathea Plant

Calatheas captivate as houseplants with their distinct folding leaves in striking patterns. Balancing the tropical’s water requirements is key to success for a long-lived specimen with healthy, unfurling leaves. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines how and when to water calathea for easy growing and extended enjoyment.

Ways to save dying calathea, appearing to be a mid shot of the plant with deep green, patterned leaves with drying edges that look dry, brown and damaged

Houseplants

How to Save a Dying Calathea Plant: 7 Solutions for Common Problems

Calathea are resilient tropicals with lush leaves in bold patterns. Folding at night and opening by day, they highlight the houseplant collection as long-lived specimens. But they come with specific needs for the best health. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores how to revive a dying calathea by addressing key cultural conditions.

A close-up shot of several potted flowers, with a white flower in the middle, showcasing when to bring hibiscus indoors

Houseplants

When to Bring Potted Hibiscus Indoors for Winter

Whether you’re growing tropical or hardy hibiscus in pots, the colorful flair continues next season with winter protection. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines when to bring potted hibiscus indoors for successful regrowth and continued enjoyment in spring.