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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.
A person holding a pothos plant

Here are the top oxygen-producing plants to bring into your home

Get these oxygen-producing plants to boost your health. Here's how to grow them in your home.
A person repotting a plant

How to pack plants for moving so that the movers (or you) don’t damage them

Moving is stressful enough without worrying about your plants. Here's how to pack your plants so that they arrive at their new home safe and sound.
A pothos as a wall vine

How to spruce up your living room with indoor climbing plants

You can add a vining plant to your home without it taking over your space! Here's our guide on how to do just that.
Purple potted orchids

Wondering how much light orchids need? We have your answers

If you're stuck as to where to place your orchid, here are the answers to your questions about orchid lighting needs.
Person watering a houseplant

Do indoor plants go dormant during the winter? What you need to know

What you need to know about the houseplants that go dormant over wintertime and how to care for them.
A small bowl shaped planter with autumn flowers, mainly light green, light pink, and dark pink.

Some houseplants thrive when planted together – here are the best indoor plant combinations

These incredible plant combinations will wow any guest — find out which plants are the best to mix and match.
A person laying out all the materials to fertilize a houseplant

How often should you fertilize your indoor plants? Here’s what to know

Here's how often you should fertilize your indoor plants and how to set up a schedule.
Many cacti with brightly colored flowers

How often does a cactus flower bloom? What you need to know

How often can you expect your cactus to bloom? We have answers.
A collection of various houseplants

These are the most popular indoor plants of 2024 – add one or all to your collection

Want to know which plants will be popular in 2024? Here's what we know.
An orchid in a pot on the table

How to revive an orchid that’s struggling and return it to its majestic former glory

Orchids are beautiful houseplants, but they require some specific care. If yours isn't looking so great anymore, follow this guide to restore its beauty.
Top-down view of a variegated potted pothos

How to repot pothos: If your pothos plant has gotten out of hand, here’s what to do

How to repot your pothos plant if its growth has gotten out of hand.
Areca palm

Which plants absorb the most carbon dioxide? Here are 5 air-cleaning plants to add to your home

If you want to clean up the air in your home, here are four carbon dioxide-absorbing plants to consider buying.
Red and yellow kalanchoe flowers

Kalanchoe care indoors: How to keep your kalanchoe plant blooms full and colorful

Follow these easy-care tips to keep your kalanchoe flowers at their biggest and brightest.
Orchid stem

Wondering how to make an orchid grow a new spike? Here are 4 essential tips

Here are the four best ways to help your orchid thrive so it grows a new spike.
A person holding a small potted cactus with several other cacti in the background

Don’t know how often you need to water your cactus? We have answers that might surprise you

If your cactus is overwatered or underwatered and you just can't seem to figure out what it needs, we've got you covered with this easy guide.
Bird of paradise plant

Can you grow a bird of paradise from a cutting? Here’s what you need to know to grow your dream plant

Learn how to successfully take a cutting of a bird of paradise and help it grow into a mature, beautiful indoor plant.
Bathroom plant layout

Incorporate these shower plants into your bathroom for a green infusion

Curious about incorporating tropical vibes into your bathroom? Bring green to your bathroom with these shower plants.
A woman holding a potted cactus

Will your cactus survive the winter? What you need to know

If you're worried about your cactus plants surviving the winter, we've gathered up everything you need to know
Pressed flowers

How to press roses and save your treasured memories

Want to press roses? Here's how to preserve these gorgeous blooms.
Pothos vines

How to prune pothos to keep them tidy and thriving

How to prune your pothos to make sure it continues to thrive
A hanging maidenhair fern

Everything you need to know about growing healthy ferns indoors

Ferns can add a touch of green to any shady corner. Make sure your ferns are at their healthiest by following these tips.
Epsom salt

Can you use Epsom salt for plants? What you need to know

Epsom salt is good for more than just muscle soaks — your plants love it, too. Here's where to find it and how to use it.
A succulent in a gift box

The 5 best places to buy succulents online to start your plant collection

Want to buy succulents online but don't know where to look? These websites are a good place to start!
Bird's nest fern by a window

Here’s how to care for your bird’s nest fern for lush, arching leaves

Although touted as a beginner-friendly plant, the bird's nest fern can be a challenging houseplant. Here's how to care for it.
Person watering a plant box

Wondering how much water a plant needs? Here’s what you need to know

Wondering how much water a plant needs to be happy? Get yourself and your plants on a schedule! Here's what we recommend.
Indoor ivy on a trellis

How to grow indoor ivy plants without having them take over your house

We'll tell you how to grow beautiful indoor ivy plants that will elevate your home without taking over it.
Succulent arrangement

Wondering how to water succulents? Here are the best succulent watering tips

What is the ideal method for watering a succulent? Here are the best ways to water succulents for healthy growth.
A group of houseplants

Is there mold in your plant soil? What you need to know

Worried about fungus on your beloved houseplants? Here's how to tell if those spots are mold and how to get rid of them.
Three potted succulents

How to water succulents: An easy guide to happy, healthy plants

Figuring out how to water succulents can be tricky. Let us help you out with some helpful tips and guidance for your favorite easygoing plants.
Spider plant on a table

How to propagate spider plants for beautiful, easy home decor

Mature spider plants produce babies that stem from the parent. Here's how to grow them into lovely new spider plants.
A small aloe vera

Worried about your sick aloe vera plant? Here’s how to save it

Here's everything that you can do to cure your sick aloe plant after identifying the root of the problem.