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Reasons Why Your Philodendrons Are Curling
If your philodendron leaves are curling, it may be time to water the plant more often. The philodendron will respond to a lack of moisture with wilting leaves and drooping stems so don’t skip watering! In fact, if your plants seem to be getting enough water but they’re still not growing properly or have yellowed…
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How to Care for and Water your Houseplant
If you’re like me, you have a few indoor plants that are well-established and happy in their homes. They’re not exactly exotic, but they add a nice pop of color and greenery to my home. And if I’m being honest with myself—and we all should be honest with ourselves—I love having plants around the house.…
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Best Plants That Fight Radiation At Home
You don’t want to be stuck in your house while it’s being destroyed by a nuclear blast. You want to be safe, and you can only do that if you know what plants are safe for homeowners during radiation disasters. So we’ve created this list of the best plants that fight radiation at home. Aloe…
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An Exotic Temptation — An Introduction To Orchids
Orchids are one of the oldest flowers in the world, dating back to at least the time of the dinosaurs. They have been around for millions of years, with petals that can be as long as 6 inches! And yet they’re still so beautiful and exotic-looking—they look like nothing else on Earth. There’s no denying…
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Facts About Being A Plant Parent and Things You Need To know
Whether you’re a first-time plant parent or one who’s been around for years, there are plenty of things to remember. Some will be obvious and some not so much. But even if you have experience with plants in your life, it can still be easy to forget all the little details that make being a…
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How To Repot Indoor House Plants
If you’ve ever had house plants, you know how annoying it can be when they get pot-bound. You try to move them into a new pot, but they just sit there with roots sticking out. Or maybe they just don’t look good in your new space and need repotting. Either way, repotting is one of…
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How To Keep Indoor Plants Alive: From the Perspective of A Plant Parent
If you’ve ever looked into the eyes of a plant, you know that they are beautiful and complex. But, if you’ve ever tried to keep one alive in your home or office, it’s clear that there is more than just aesthetics at stake: keeping plants alive can be quite challenging. This article will help explain…
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Going Green With Organic Gardening: What You Need to Know
So you want to go green and start organic gardening? That’s great! There are a few things you need to know before you get started, though. Read on for the basics of organic gardening—from soil preparation to choosing plants. What Is Organic Gardening? Organic gardening is the practice of growing plants without using synthetic fertilizers,…
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The Ultimate Guide to Propagating Your Garden With Success
Propagating plants from cuttings can be a fun and easy way to increase the size of your garden. With a bit of guidance, you can successfully propagate many types of plants from cuttings. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the propagation process step-by-step, with tips on how to ensure success. What Is Propagation and…
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Get the Timing Right: Tips for Potting Your Silver Sword Philodendron During Propagation
If you’re new to the world of propagation, the potted silver sword philodendron (Philodendron bipinnatifidum) might be a great plant to start with. Not only is this species one of the easiest philodendrons to propagate, but it’s also tolerant of a wide variety of growing conditions. So, if you’re looking for an attractive, low-maintenance houseplant,…