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Tag: Houseplants

Posted on 08/06/2023
Keep Your Pets Safe: Trailing Houseplant Alternatives to Epipremnum Aureum
For some pet owners, hanging plants in baskets is not...
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Posted on 07/30/2023
Plants for the living room: 5 Great options
If you're interested in adding some greenery to your...
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Posted on 07/16/2023
How to Grow Banana Plants Indoors
If you want a large, tropical houseplant that will survive in any climate, consider a banana plant. There are dozens of varieties of banana plant, including some smaller varieties perfect for indoor pots. Here are the basics of caring for a banana plant indoors: Light Requirements Most types of banana plant want at least 6 hours of full...
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Posted on 06/04/2023
6 Ways to Treat & Prevent Whiteflies
Whiteflies are a common pest affecting both houseplants and outdoor gardens. Like many plant pests, whiteflies can damage and even kill your plants if left untreated. Luckily, there are several ways to treat whitefly infestations in your houseplants. Here are some of the most effective methods: Vacuum Whiteflies can be sucked up with a vacuum and disposed of...
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Posted on 04/02/2023
Bedroom plants: 3 of the best houseplants for your bedroom
Bedroom plants have many benefits. In addition to making...
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Posted on 11/27/2022
Essential Tips for Growing Umbrella Plants
Schefflera, also called umbrella plant, is a popular indoor tree. The plant gets its name from the whorl-like pattern of its leaves resembling the top of an umbrella. The vibrant, glossy foliage creates a dense canopy at heights up to six feet indoors. If you're interested in growing an umbrella plant at home, here are some basic tips:...
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Posted on 10/16/2022
3 of the best indoor trees for your home
One of the best ways to make a space feel lush and lively is by adding indoor trees. While they won't grow as tall as their outdoor counterparts, indoor trees can reach your ceilings and bring your interior design to new heights. Here are some of the best indoor trees to consider: Fiddle leaf fig Fiddle leaf figs...
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Posted on 07/10/2022
Are You Watering Your Houseplants the Right Way? Here's What to Know
Are you watering your plants the right way? With plants having so many different needs, it can be difficult to know. However, most problems people have with their houseplants are caused by how and when they're watering them. To help prevent frustration and unhappy plants, here is a simple guide to the most common watering mistakes and how...
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Posted on 05/15/2022
Container gardening: How lavender grows indoors
Learning how lavender grows can be your ticket to a calming and fragrant home. While lavender is frequently planted outdoors, it can also grow successfully in containers inside. If you’re interested in growing a lavender plant indoors as a houseplant, here are the most important things to know: Light requirements Growing lavender requires plenty of direct sunlight. Lavender...
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Posted on 02/27/2022
Plants: 5 Common Houseplants to Avoid with Cats
Your new home may feel more cozy with the addition of pets and houseplants. However, some combinations of the two simply don’t mix. Avoid these five common houseplants if your home has four-legged family members. 1. Aloe Vera Aloe vera is good for soothing dry, irritated skin, chapped lips and minor burns. Many homeowners keep an aloe plant...
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Posted on 10/03/2021
Make Your Own Home Brew Houseplant Fertilizer
We often use dried eggshells as fertilizer in outdoor gardens. Their extremely high calcium content makes them an excellent way to add extra nutrients to the soil. When properly prepared, eggshells can make for great indoor plant fertilizer as well. Here we’ll go over how to use this common food waste to nourish your houseplants in 5 steps....
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