ZZ plants have become very popular houseplants. I think they are often recommended as easy to care for because they can tolerate lower light levels and also they do not need to be watered very often. Their popularity may also be due to their beauty, ZZ Plants have plump stems and shiny dark green…

Philodendrons come in two major styles. There is the vining type that grows leaves along a stringy vine and there is the self-heading type that has a thicker main stem and the leave grow pretty compactly one on top of the other. An example of a vining philodendron is the Philodendron Brasil and an…

Sometimes the leaves of my Jade Plants can begin to look wrinkled. There are a variety of reasons your Philodendron may have wrinkled leaves, but it can still be alarming to some plant owners. I'll go over the most likely culprits for Jade Plant wrinkled leaves in this post and provide suggestions…

Rubber Plants have thick glossy leaves that vary in color patterns. It's no wonder they are a well-liked house plant that you can find at many big box stores and plant nurseries. Their unique beauty makes them popular, and they are relatively easy to care for. In this post, I'll go over the basics…

I have several Jade Plants, some many years old and very large. Over the years I have repotted my Jades with different types of pots. I figured sharing what I have learned would be a good idea. There are several things to consider when selecting the right pot such as drainage, pot size, and pot…

Root rot is an issue that is hard to reverse. That makes it important for plant lovers to know and recognize root rot signs as early as possible. In fact, ideally, you'll learn to recognize the signs of the issues that show up before you have root rot. Root rot develops when the roots are exposed…

Monstera Deliciosas are trendy houseplants. They earned that popularity from being a quick-growing and relatively easy-to-care-for houseplant. They sport large green leaves that develop holes that are called fenestration. It can take Monsteras some time to develop fenestration which can lead people…

Croton plants have beautiful foliage that varies in size, shape, and color patterns. It's no wonder they are a popular house plant that you can find at many big box stores and plant nurseries. While their unique beauty makes them popular, they can be a challenge to care for indoors. If you're lucky…

I've owned Rubber Plants for many years. Over those years I have done several repottings with different types of pots so I thought it would be a good idea to share what I have learned. There are a few factors that matter when selecting the right pot such as drainage, pot size, and pot material. I…

ZZ Plants are quite popular as houseplants. They sport dark glossy leaves on plump stems. ZZ Plants can grow quite large, but they grow relatively slowly compared to most houseplants. I have a large one that is nearly four feet in diameter (see below). They are touted as one of the easiest…

ZZ Plants are popular in the houseplant world. They are often considered one of the easiest plants to care for and are great for beginners. They sport dark glossy leaves on plump stems. ZZ Plants can grow quite large, but they grow relatively slowly. I have a large one and it's close to four feet…

Root rot is an issue that affects plant growth. It comes about when the roots are exposed to too much moisture making them vulnerable to disease. Rotten roots will appear to be darker brown and a bit translucent. They may also have an unpleasant smell to them and they may be squishy to the touch…

ZZ Plants have shiny dark green leaves. They're a very popular houseplant because they are extremely easy to care for. And although they are easy, they can encounter issues such as yellowing leaves. Read on to learn some of the most common reasons for ZZ Plant yellowing and what you can do about it…

Monstera Deliciosas are a popular vining houseplant. They are well known for their split leaves, which is not an issue, but a desirable trait. Monstera plants are also relatively fast growers that are easy to care for. A significant factor in helping your Monstera Deliciosa develop fenestration …

Croton plants can be found in a number of varieties. They are known for their flashy foliage. Crotons sport leaves that are multicolored with varying patterns. They are also diverse in their leaf shape, where some are long and thin, some have three lobes, and some have the more common oblong oval…

Jade Plants are a fun houseplant, it's no wonder that they're so popular. Jade plants are relatively easy to grow as long as you have a spot with adequate sunlight. I have a big Jade Plant and I have been letting it fill in for several years. I bought it as a two-foot-long rooted cutting, probably…

Rubber Plants are a houseplant mainstay. They’re not overly popular but they have been grown by many as houseplants for a long time. They sport thick leaves that can be found in an assortment of colors. The most popular varieties are Burgundy, Tineke, and Ruby. Rubber Plants aren’t known for their…

Occasionally, especially in the winter, my big Burgundy Rubber Plant will lose a leaf or two. Leaf drop can be no big deal, or it may be your plant telling you that you need to intervene. If you’re concerned about your Rubber Plant losing leaves, follow this post as I cover some scenarios about…

I see a lot of people on plant forums asking if they have a rootbound Monstera. People also like to ask if Monsteras like to be rootbound. So in this post, I'm going to cover some tips on telling whether your Monstera is rootbound and I'll also tell you why it's not a great idea to allow your…

Norfolk Island Pines are super popular right now (currently the holidays). Big box stores often sell them this time of year dressed up as Christmas trees. If you're lucky, you can often snag them after Christmas for a killer discount. Many plant lovers, like myself, keep them year-round and want to…