I have had my Money Tree for nearly a decade. During that time, I had to prune it back several times because it eventually becomes too big for my space. Money Trees that are well-cared for can grow fairly quickly. It's common for a Money Tree to need pruning every few years and they generally take…

I've written about my Money Tree many times on this blog. It's one of my oldest and biggest houseplants. I often see people on plant forums ask which houseplants get the largest. Money Trees are often my recommendation if you want a large houseplant for a few reasons. They're relatively affordable,…

Today I'm going over all things related to Money Tree repotting. I'll cover when to repot Money Trees. Why you might want to repot Money Trees. What you need to repot a Money Tree. And finally, some tips for after you have repotted your Money Tree to avoid repotting shock. My Money Tree is pretty…

Monstera Deliciosas are known for their large leaves. Their leaves have ornamental splits in them that are called fenestration. Since the leaves are really the showcase of these plants, it can be really concerning when you have Monstera leaf problems. This post will cover some common leaf problems…

I repotted my Money Tree fairly recently. One thing that struck me was how fine and delicate the roots were. So I thought it would be nice to create a post on Money Tree roots for all the plant lovers like me. On plant forums, you often see people ask questions about the leaves or even the stems of…

I repotted two of my Rubber Trees recently. In doing so, I decided it would be a good idea to create a post on Rubber Tree roots. People often ask questions about the leaves or the stems of their houseplants. That makes sense because that's the part we actually see all the time. However, what's…

I noticed some yellowing leaves on my big Money Tree recently. I follow a lot of plant and gardening forums and I swear half the questions are about yellow leaves. So if you're wondering, why are my Money Tree leaves turning yellow, read on. This post covers the main causes of yellowing leaves and…

I have a beautiful Tineke Rubber Plant. It has great color and has overall been doing great. However, I recently realized it's been in the same pot since I got it several years ago. The top side is starting to get really tall and it's looking a bit too big for its current pot. In this post, I'll…

I have a pretty big Ficus Elastica with many trunks. When I was watering it recently I noticed some of the leaves are curling. In an effort to help anyone else who might be experiencing this problem, I decided to write about it. Why are your Ficus Elastica leaves curling? How do you fix and prevent…

Once or twice a year my Rubber Plant gets a yellow leaf or two. Yellow leaves can be no big deal at all or it may be your plant telling you that you need to intervene. This post will cover some scenarios in which you might encounter yellow leaves and how to address them if need be.What Causes…

Recently I have noticed my Burgundy Rubber Plant's roots have begun to emerge from the top of the soil line. In fact, quite a few pretty large roots are visible as you can see from the picture below. Out of concern, I've done a lot of internet sleuthing on this topic. I wanted to write a post to…

First, I want to acknowledge that Monstera root rot sounds like the start of a tongue twister. This is a follow-up to my last post where I told the story of the Monstera left in my office during the pandemic. It ended up being both underwatered because no one had access to it for months and then…

Monstera Deliciosa plants were the must-have plant a few years ago. They're still quite popular as houseplants. What makes them popular is how quickly they grow, how big they can grow, and the fenestration (or holes) of the leaves. The proper watering technique is paramount for getting your…

Pilea Peperomioides are cute little plants. They have uniquely shaped leaves that are circular. It's earned the nickname the sharing plant. When cared for correctly, it readily sprouts offshoots that can be plucked and easily turned into new Pileas.I'm writing this post about Pilea fertilizer…

Crown of Thorns plants, or Euphorbia Milii, are popular succulent houseplants. You can typically find it at your local nursery or maybe the nearby home improvement store if you’re lucky. If you live in a warmer climate you may be able to grow them outdoors where they grow in a bushier format. The…

My Burgundy Rubber Tree was getting big. So much so that I questioned whether it was time to repot it. It had been in the same pot for about three years. This particular plant has seven stalks and they have grown quite big compared to the eight-inch pot it was in. As you can see in the picture…

The Crown of Thorns is my favorite low-maintenance indoor flowering plant. While the flowers aren't huge or overly ornate, I think they are very cute. They add a nice pop of color. And personally, my Crown of Thorns seems to bloom all year round, so you really can't beat that. When you have a…

Philodendrons are popular house plants that you can find at many big box stores or your local nursery. They come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and leaf patterns. You may be lucky enough to live in growing zones 9-11, you can also grow them outdoors as a perennial plant. However, I will be…

Crotons are known for their ornate leaves. Their leaves come in many shapes, sizes, and color patterns. That being said, it can a bit concerning if your Croton's leaves are falling off. Crotons are known to be a bit dramatic though. In this post, I'll discuss the best practices of Croton Plant Care…

Over the past few months, I have noticed that my Fiddle Leaf Fig roots have begun to emerge from the top of the soil line. In fact, two very large roots are visible as you can see from the picture below. I've scoured the internet and done my research on this topic. I wanted to write a post to help…