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.
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.
It's getting to be that time again, time to bring in your frost-tender potted plants for the winter. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to talk about some common mistakes to avoid this year when you make the transition.
As freezes roll in, plants suited to more temperate climates should be indoors. You should bring Boston fern inside, along with others that are suited to similar conditions. Follow along with expert gardener Sarah Jay to see how to prepare your fern for indoor conditions.
Many alocasia species enter dormancy for the winter. They lose their lower leaves and stop growing new shoots when the weather cools. If you’d like them to keep sprouting leaves, follow these five easy tips to encourage new growth throughout the year.
Wilted alocasia leaves are a sad sight to behold. Briana Yablonski shares a few causes of this issue as well as ways to determine the ideal drooping alocasia fix.
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.
Monstera 'Esqueleto' is hard to find but worth the search for aroid houseplant lovers. It's also just a bit fussier than other species. Join houseplant enthusiast Melissa Strauss to talk about the nature and needs of this tropical perennial vine.
Alocasia ‘Jacklyn’ is a striking houseplant also known as Alocasia tandurusa. Join Briana Yablonski to learn more about this plant and how to care for it at home.
Alocasias are incredibly popular houseplants, but some varieties have a reputation for being fussy. Luckily, not all fit this description. Choose from this list of easy to care for alocasia varieties.
Shampoo ginger brings the merits of exotic beauty and versatile uses as a sweetly fragrant, refreshing lather and culinary addition. Grow the tropical in pots and containers as a featured specimen and, for lasting enjoyment, to overwinter indoors in cold climates.
The tropical vibe doesn’t have to end just because winter is coming. It may mellow a little, but bringing a tropical hibiscus indoors extends the show for another year. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines indoor hibiscus care to keep the tropical flair going for lasting appeal.