Here are 5 fantastic cactus species for your home. If you have ever wondered how to choose the best indoor cactus for your home, allow us to help. The cacti family is vast and has many different species of cactus plants, both wild and cultivated for domestic houseplants. Folks find cactus plants to be easy …
The Bromeliad plants are another beautiful epiphyte, also known as an air plant, that can grow with little to no soil on the sides of trees or other organic material. Most commonly they are grown in shallow soil when kept as houseplants. Although these tropical plants look high maintenance, and even a bit intimidating, they …
Gloxinia is a plant genus that holds many varieties and provide beautiful pops of color both in your home, or depending where you live, in your gardens and flower boxes. Most varieties that you encounter today are hybrids cultivated for visual beauty and interest with various color combinations; as well as adaptations to make them …
Staghorn Ferns (Platycerium bifurcatum) are an extremely unique plant, and create a striking conversational piece in your home. They are considered an epiphytic plant, meaning they grow on the sides of other plants or objects, such as trees, for support. These plants stand out due to their two distinctive and very unique leaf shapes. The …
The unique Venus Flytrap plant (Dionaea muscipula) is a fun option for plant owners due to its carnivorous nature and the eye catching shape of the leaves. Keep in mind, this plant is not a beginner friendly option. Venus Fly Traps are known for being challenging to care for; requiring very specific care and environments …
The Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans) has long been considered one of the best beginner palms due to its easy care, and slow growth. This gives the palm the reputation of being an easy foliage housemate, with a hardy nature that can withstand low light conditions, rare pruning, and a non toxic option for a safe …
The Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea seifrizii) is a popular and well loved houseplant that makes a beautiful statement wherever it lives. Despite its name, the bamboo palm is not bamboo at all; it is part of the palm family, specifically the Araceae family. Growing tall and regal, this type of tropical palm is native to Central …
The Kimberly Queen Fern, also known as The Sword Fern, is a popular plant that has graced homes for centuries. When properly cared for it can grow into a magnificent and sophisticated show piece for your living space or office. Kimberly Queen fern is very similar to its sister variety, the Boston Fern which is …
Knowing the signs that your houseplant needs to be repotted is an important aspect of plant ownership. The reality is, all plants will eventually need to be repotted in order to thrive and grow for potentially many years. The process of repotting plants doesn’t have to be stressful; in fact, some find it refreshing and …
All of the varieties of the Japanese Painted Fern (Athyrium niponicum) are stunningly beautiful in their silver and burgundy splendor. Choose from the silvery foliage of the ghost fern, the more intensely colored Burgundy lace, or a painted Japanese fern like the Silver Falls with coloring in the mid range. Japanese painted ferns are delightful …