Sometimes, nailing down the best fertilizer for your fiddle leaf fig plant can be tough, especially with so many great products available either online or in local garden shops. It’s not unusual for new plant owners to experience a bit of analysis paralysis after reading multiple reviews and application procedures of numerous fertilizers. So, which …
Snake plants, aka “Sansevieria, are one of the most common plants in American homes. A big reason for this is the fact that they are really easy to care for, especially when compared to other indoor plants. Snake plants are considered “succulent” plants, as their fleshy leaves retain water really well. So if you’re someone …
You’ve added a gorgeous money tree to your collection of house plants but want to know how much sun does it need? Getting a plant’s sunlight tolerance correct is important for its well-being. So we’ve turned to our field of experts to see what they have to say about your money tree’s sunshine preference. Money …
Money trees, aka “Pachira Aquatica,” have long been a symbol of good fortune and success. They also make for wonderful additions to your home decor, as well as great conversation starters. However, if you are purchasing a money tree for the first time, you may be wondering how long they last. In this post, we …
Money trees are gorgeous indoor trees that are known to bring prosperity and luck. Properly caring for and maintaining your money tree can ensure that it will last and grow for several years. One important aspect of maintaining the tree is proper watering. But how often should money trees be watered? We’ve done a bit …
Fiddle leaf figs, aka “Ficus lyrata,” are notoriously challenging to grow, which can be disappointing because they are a fairly expensive indoor plant, generally costing around $100 each. One of the most common signs of stress on the plant is the dropping of its leaves. In this post, we’ll discuss the reasons why the leaves …
A money tree is such a cool house plant, especially if you’d love to have another indoor tree for your collection. But how fast do money trees grow? We’ve gathered information from experts to answer this question for you. Money trees (Pachira aquatica) grow quickly as young trees. They can have 24″ of growth in …
Do you have a spot in your garden that receives a lot of sun and heat? You’ve probably discovered that those areas can be a bit tricky to landscape. To help you out, we created a list of 39 plants that like full sun and heat. Any of the following plants will do well in …
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If you have just purchased a money tree, you may be wondering how to braid it. If so, look no further–we’ve researched how for you! Here, we’ve outlined the list of steps to braid a money tree’s trunk: Inspect the plant. Grab shoots from the base. Create the first plait. String it up. Plant the …
Snake plants have quickly become a favorite houseplant. That should come as no surprise considering the vast diversity within the plant family. To get the most out of your snake plants, you can arrange them in any number of ways. The combination of colors, textures, and sizes makes for eye-catching arrangements that won’t soon be …
Whether you live in a hotter climate or just want landscaping that doesn’t require constant upkeep, low-water flowers may appeal to you. These flowers come in all manner of color and can thrive year-round, depending on the temperature and care they receive. But finding the right flowers for your landscaping is always a challenge. That’s …
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You love your fiddle leaf fig tree, but what is the best way to prune it? There are correct ways to prune this tree. We’ve gathered the answers from experts and have them for you here. The steps to pruning your fiddle leaf fig tree are as follows: Decide on the shape you want your …
Fiddle leaf fig trees love the sun, but do they need direct sunlight to survive? We know all plants need some light. But we’ve checked with gardening friends and experts to see exactly what type of light fiddle leaf fig trees need to do well. Fiddle leaf fig trees do not need direct sunlight to …
You have a brand new fiddle leaf fig and you need to know, how often do you water a fiddle leaf fig tree? We’ve checked with our favorite house plant experts and have gathered the necessary information for you here. Fiddle Leaf Fig trees need regular watering. Typically, this means about once a week for …
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You’ve seen them in photos, but you want to know just how tall Fiddle Leaf Figs (Ficus lyrata) will get? These happy house trees have grown in popularity and will really fill a space with their size. We’ve asked expert gardeners and have found answers for you about how big a fiddle leaf fig will get. …
Your fiddle leaf fig is large and glorious and loves its sunny window spot, but can you move it outside in the summer? We’ve checked with the house plant experts to see what they had to say about changing your fiddle leaf fig’s locale and have the information for you here. You can move your …
Who doesn’t love a garden full of rose bushes? They’re fragrant, beautiful, and come in dozens of colors. The rose plant itself can be leggy and bare when not in bloom, so some gardeners like to surround it with plants that will not dampen the bloom’s beauty but will add some further interest in the …
Sometimes you have a hole in your garden, and you just want to be able to fill it with life and fill it quickly. Whether it’s a large tree for a border along a road or between neighbors or low ground cover to fill in blank spots, one of these fast-growing plants should work for …
If you have a garden graced by shade, chances are you’re always on the hunt for beautiful plants that work with a smidge less sun. Luckily, several flowering shrubs do beautifully in border gardens and areas where the shade of your home or forest dampens the sunlight. We’ve gathered nineteen varieties for you here. Hopefully, …
Beautiful vines can make such a statement in the garden. Grown on trellises or up the sides of buildings, vines remind us of country gardens and warm spring breezes. This collection of flowering and non-flowering vines can often be grown in the shade or partial shade, making them a versatile choice for planting. Some of …
Deer are beautiful and graceful creatures. But, unfortunately, they can also do devastating damage to your garden. That’s why planting deer-resistant flowers in your garden is so important. These flowers ensure that your garden is full of colorful blooms that won’t soon become deer food. To help you out, we put together a list of …
Growing herbs is super satisfying because not only are they beautiful, but they’re useful as well. We use herbs in cooking, homemade medicinals, teas, even soaps, and other cosmetics. And if you’ve ever bought fresh herbs from the grocery store, you know they can get expensive. So why not start your own herb garden? We’ve …
Red is a beautiful color in any garden, but particularly beautiful when it comes to perennials. Every year, your perennials rebloom to grace your garden with flowers and color. Does your landscape have an area that could benefit from an infusion of the color red? Check out these fifteen different gorgeous summer-blooming red perennials! 15 …