If you are a beginner houseplant grower and need some easy indoor plants to get started with, you’ve come to the right place! These easy to care for indoor plants have several characteristics that make them perfect for a new gardener. Several of these plants are drought tolerant, meaning they can withstand a little neglect….
Spring weather can be fickle, but you can count on an Easter cactus to bring color to your world! Learn how to grow and care for them here. Easter cacti bloom in early spring with candy-colored, star-shaped flowers. As far as houseplants go, they are truly a show stopper! These tropical bloomers hail from Brazilian…
I am so honored and excited to bring you this stunning Christmas Cactus flower inspiration, collected over the decades by a fellow plant lover! Krista Guinn is an avid holiday cactus grower who lives in Montana. She has graciously allowed me to feature her stunning collection of over 75 holiday cactus plants. Just wait until…
Learn how to repot a Christmas cactus here (luckily, it’s easy!). With gorgeous green clades and bright flower buds, Christmas cacti are irresistible tropical plants that can thrive indoors. Though easy to grow, sometimes you must discard old soil or give your Christmas cactus plants room to stretch their roots in a bigger pot. Damp…
If you’ve owned a holiday cactus for any time, you’ve probably wondered, “How often should I water a Christmas cactus?” The answer lies in the specific growing conditions in which your plant is living and the quality of potting soil you’ve given it! Correct watering for a Christmas cactus will keep your plant lush and…
Learn all about the best fertilizer for Christmas cactus here! Christmas cacti are gorgeous indoor plants that offer brightly colored flowers during the holiday season. Feeding your potted holiday cactus with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer months is crucial to getting those gorgeous neon colored blooms in the fall! Your plant will…
Christmas cacti bloom with neon flower buds in mid-December, bringing colorful flowers to the holiday season. Though they are considered somewhat easy to grow, several common Christmas cactus problems can sneak up on your plant! These problems can pop up when the plant has received less than ideal care. Rot, fungus gnats, purple leaves, droopy…
Coconut coir is an amazing and natural soil amendment that can be used for indoor or outdoor gardening! This remarkable and sustainable natural product was once a neglected byproduct of the coconut industry. As gardeners search for Eco-friendly resources it has grown in popularity- and rightfully so! In case you haven’t guessed, I love coconut…
Houseplants have taken over home decor trends in recent years. Plants add texture and color to a space, and there are many ways to decorate with them. Indoor hanging plants provide even more options for displaying and enjoying greenery throughout your home. Many plants do well hanging from planters, shelves, and other areas in your…
Learn how to easily propagate Christmas cactus in soil or water here! Christmas cacti make a splash in December with their tropical blooms and vibrant green stems. With gorgeous flowers in shades of pink, white, orange and red, they are the best-dressed plant at holiday parties! A true Christmas cactus is quite rare and can…
Learn exactly what you need to do if your spider plant has brown tips right here… With their elegant leaves and vibrant green hues, spider plants are a popular houseplant. One of the most common problems with these easy-growing plants are brown tips on the end of the channeled leaves. These brown leaf ends can…
Are you looking for the best gifts for a plant lover? As a lifelong plant enthusiast, I’m here to guide you to the best gifts for your favorite plant person. Aside from a few gift card ideas and plant purchases, ALL of these gifts can be purchased on Amazon. Consider this your perfect one-stop gift…
Are you a spider plant lover like us? Then you’re in the right place! Learn to repot your spider plants with our simple step-by-step guide! With their long, elegant leaves and ability to self-produce babies by the dozen, spider ivy are among the most popular houseplants. Also known as airplane plants, these emerald beauties are…
With silver-toned spade-shaped leaves and an easy-growing growth habit, Cebu Blue Pothos is a unique and fun plant to add to your houseplant collection. This versatile plant is relatively low maintenance, with beautiful, stunning foliage and massive leaves. Among the many varieties of Pothos, this vine stands out from the others with its aesthetic blue-green…
This guide to overwatered Christmas cactus care will help you rescue your plant from soggy soil and rotting roots! Christmas cacti are festive holiday plants that bloom in vibrant flowers right around Christmas time. These gorgeous cacti are fairly easy to care for, but it can be easy to give them too much hydration! When…
We’ve made Christmas cactus care easy by sharing all the important details of caring for your plant. Festive and cheerful, holiday cactus overflow with colorful flower buds just in time for the holiday season. The ever popular Christmas cactus are fairly easy to grow and widely adored for their exotic, bright flowers. Though they…
The colorful blooms of the Thanksgiving Cactus can be hard to resist during the holiday season. Thanksgiving cacti, also known as Schlumbergera truncata, are a tropical plant that hail from South American jungles. The flower buds of this bright beauty come in a variety of pinks, creams, oranges and reds. As the name implies, this…
Learn all about the best soil for Christmas cactus and how to make your own soil mix right here! A Christmas cacti brings colorful bright flower blooms during the holiday season. When well cared for, these holiday cacti are wonderful indoor plants that produce dozens of flower buds in mid winter. This post…
Wondering how often to water spider plants? We’ve got all the details here. Spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are popular indoor plants. You may have spotted their long green leaves in homes and offices. They are one of the best beginner-friendly house plants as they are easy to care for, adaptable and very forgiving. If you…
Let’s discuss the difference between Christmas cactus vs Thanksgiving cactus so you’ll be able to identify which holiday bloomer is showing up at your party! The bright blooming flower buds of holiday cactus add festive cheer during the holiday season. While these two plants are similar, you may be wondering just what kind of cactus…