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A snake plant in a window

Houseplants 101: Everything you need to know about your snake plant

Snake plants are popular houseplants due to their easy care requirements and appealing shape. Here's what you need to know about snake plant care.
A plant with several red hibiscus flowers

A complete guide to caring for the Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, a striking red plant

Hibiscus flowers are stunning, and the Hibiscus rose-sinensis is no different. Here's what you need to know about growing this lovely flower.
An orchid potted indoors

These 5 types of orchids make amazing houseplants

Orchids are unique flowers that come in many colors, sizes, and shapes. Which is right for you? Here are our five favorite types of orchids to get your started.
Creeping Jenny

Creeping Jenny: A care guide for this fast-growing plant

Creeping Jenny is a beautiful fast-growing perennial perfect for containers or outdoor gardens. Here's what you need to know about caring for it.
Pink princess philodendron leaf up close (resized)

Plant of the week: Pink princess philodendron, a royally rare plant

This week's featured plant is the pink princess philodendron, a rare philodendron with pink variegation in its leaves.
Indoor plant collection

Are these common houseplants safe for your cat? Read this guide to find out the scoop

Do you need to know which common houseplants you can keep around your cat? We have answers.
A small pothos in a white pot

If you have pets, be careful adding these plants to your collection

Houseplants are delightful to have around, but not all of them are safe for your pets. Here are a few of the most common toxic houseplants to watch out for.
A snake plant in a window

Are snake plants toxic to dogs? You need to know the answer to this question

Snake plants are beautiful and easy to grow, but are they safe for your dogs to be around? Here's what you can expect if your dog takes a bite of a snake plant.
An orchid potted indoors

Are orchids poisonous to cats? We’ll tell you

Orchids are beautiful, elegant plants, but are they safe to have around your pets? Here's what you need to know to keep your plants and pets safe.
Green dieffenbachia leaves

What you need to know about growing dieffenbachia (dumb cane plant)

Dieffenbachia, also called dumb cane plant, is a beautiful tropical houseplant. If you want to add it to your collection, here is everything you need to know.
A potted air plant (tillandsia) sitting on a window sill

How to care for air plants: A complete guide

Air plants are interesting and elegant. While their care is different from most other houseplants, they aren't difficult to care for if you know how.
Monstera adansonii

Your guide to growing the Monstera adansonii, aka the Swiss cheese plant

Here's how to care for the monstera adansonii, aka the Swiss cheese plant.
A small potted dracaena marginata

10 beautiful dracaena plants to add to your houseplant collection

If you're looking for a fuss-free houseplant, these 10 dracaena plants will make beautiful additions to any home.
A coleus plant with orange and red leaves

Coleus plant care: How to grow it indoors and outdoors

Coleus plants are colorful and easy to grow, both indoors and out. If you want to add this lovely plant to your home or garden, this guide will show you how.
Prayer plant

Prayer plant care: Everything you need to know to grow a lush and healthy plant

Prayer plants can be notoriously tricky to maintain, but you can have a lush, healthy plant with these care tips.
Fiddle-leaf fig

How to propagate fiddle-leaf fig plants: A step-by-step guide

Propagating fiddle-leaf figs is quite simple, so you can easily chop and propagate sparse fiddle-leaf plants or share cuttings.
Philodendron in a small peach colored flower pot

How to care for philodendrons, a decorative indoor plant

Philodendrons are low-maintenance and beautiful plants. This philodendron care guide will tell you everything you need to know to make sure yours thrives.
Areca palm

The best large indoor plants for an instant statement this spring

Here's how to choose the best big houseplant for your home to fill out your space without extensive upkeep requirements.
A small jade plant in a pot with other succulents

Jade plant care: A complete grower’s guide

Jade plants are beautiful succulents that are surprisingly easy to care for. Want to add this charming plant to your home? This care guide will show you how.
Elephant ear plant leaves

Elephant ear plant care guide: What you need to know

Elephant ear plants are large, leafy, and lovely, so it's no wonder they're such popular houseplants. Here's what to know about caring for them.
Red and green rubber tree in a gray pot against a white background

How to propagate your own stunning rubber tree plant from a cutting

Rubber tree plants are small, indoor trees that are great for desks and windowsills. Here's how to start a rubber tree plant from a cutting.
Thai Constellation Monstera

Now that it’s more common, here’s how to care for your sought-after Thai Constellation Monstera

Here's what you need to know about caring for the much-coveted Thai Constellation Monstera plant.
A tulip in a vase with water beads

Can you grow plants in water beads? Here’s what you need to know

Water beads are a fun and colorful way to grow plants hydroponically. If you want to give this method a try, here are the plants you should use.
Pothos growing in water

Can pothos live in water forever? How to root, grow, and propagate pothos in water

Pothos are often grown in soil, but they can also grow in water. Here's what to know about growing pothos in water.
Top down view of several potted plants together in a box

5 easy indoor plants anyone can grow

If you're looking to start gardening, but have had trouble in the past, then start with this list. Any beginner can care for these easy indoor plants.
Leaves on a plant turning brown

Brown tips on plants can be a sign of many different conditions – here’s how to identify and treat them

Do the leaves on your indoor plants have brown tips? Here's what's causing them and how to fix the problem.
An assortment of succulents in pots

These incredible indoor succulents are our favorites

When it comes to picking succulents for your home, the amount of options can be overwhelming. To help make your choice, here are our favorite indoor succulents.
Aloe vera pups

Here’s how to care for your aloe vera plant to reap its soothing benefits

Here are tips on how to grow your own aloe vera plant for the best results.
A collection of various houseplants

The 5 best tall indoor plants you can get to create a lively space

Do you have a room that needs a burst of greenery? Add these five tall indoor plants to your collection to fill your home with foliage and flowers.
Several houseplants including a money tree and a cactus on a window sill

A complete money tree care guide

Money trees are beautiful trees that symbolize good luck. This guide will help your money tree thrive by answering all your questions about money tree care.
Spider plant

Spider plant care: Everything you need to know

Spider plants are hardy plants that can withstand a lot, but how can you ensure yours is thriving? Here's everything you need to know about spider plant care.
A gardener pruning plants

How to prune houseplants: A complete guide

Pruning your indoor houseplants will help keep them happy, healthy, and thriving. Our tips will show you how to do it right.
Shelves of air purifying plants

The 7 best houseplants for allergies

These 6 plants are not only great for allergies, but they also help purify the air. We call that a win-win.
A potted begonia with other small potted plants and a watering can inside on a table

How to keep your plants watered while you’re on vacation

August is the perfect time to take a vacation! Here's how to make sure your plants don't die while you're away
Bird's nest fern growing in a white pot

Here’s how you can help indoor ferns thrive

Ferns aren't just outdoor plants — they can thrive when you bring them inside. Here's how to help them flourish indoors.