The Easiest Way to Sprout New Succulents
Photo: Luoxi (Shutterstock) Cacti and other succulents have been popular houseplants for years now—and given how easy they are to care for, that’s hardly surprising. The downside? They can also…
You Should Be Dunking Your Plants
Photo: Marina Rich (Shutterstock) Most potted plants—whether they live indoors or outdoors—require some level of maintenance. Even succulents, air plants, and others you can essentially neglect for long periods of…
How Much Your Plants Will Really Cost You Over Time
Photo: Iryna Imago (Shutterstock) Raising houseplants offers a slew of psychological benefits, plus they look pretty when properly cared for (and there are plenty of low-maintenance choices for the lazy…
15 of the Easiest Plants to Propagate
Photo: AngieYeoh (Shutterstock) Houseplants spark joy. They add a splash of life and color to any indoor space, and if properly chosen and cared for, they can thrive just about…
How and When to Add Pumice to Your Soil
Photo: voranat (Shutterstock) When it comes to caring for plants, much of the focus is on making sure they get the right amount of sunlight and water. But even if…
The 7 Deadly Sins of Owning Houseplants
Photo: Ashley-Belle Burns (Shutterstock) Overwatering is the opposite of neglect, but it’s no less deadly. When I see an ailing plant, my first thought is, “It needs more water,” but…
How to Care for High-Humidity Houseplants Without Killing Them
Photo: JulieK2 (Shutterstock) One of the trickiest parts about houseplants is the fact that you’re trying to keep different plants alive inside a single climate (your home) that are native…
This Mexican Butterwort Plant Can Help Solve Your Gnat Problem
Photo: D. Kucharski K. Kucharska (Shutterstock) Gnats and other small flies are annoying to get rid of. A small number of them is bad enough, but an infestation can mean…
These Office Plants Will Turn Your Workspace Into an Oasis
Photo: Photographee.eu (Shutterstock) If you’ve ever fantasized about a tropical getaway while toiling away at your office job, you’re not alone. While you might not be able to leave your…
Track Your Plant Care With One of These Three Methods
Photo: PLUkaAOM (Shutterstock) Some plants love being outdoors in the summer; others can’t handle direct sunlight. Some need watering every day, while others rarely need it. To keep up, using…