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How To Keep Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Care Easy

October 14, 2024
Picture of Brianna and a green Fiddle Leaf Fig plant with big leaves outside on a sunny day. Fiddle Leaf Fig Care to help keep your plant alive.

What am I missing about Fiddle Leaf Fig care? When I first brought my fiddle leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) home from House of Plants, I was IN LOVE. The variety I chose had leaves that were slightly smaller than the typical fiddle leaf fig, which, as I was told, made it better suited for indoor living. The folks at House of Plants reassured me that this particular variety…

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The Ultimate List of Garden Gift Ideas for Plant Lovers

September 30, 2024
ZZ Plant with little ceramic mushrooms for decor. ZZ Plant Care tips. These little mushrooms are perfect garden gift ideas!

What are the Perfect Garden Gift Ideas? When it comes to garden gift ideas for the plant lover in your life, it’s easy to default to buying them another plant. But, as any indoor gardener will tell you, there’s so much more to this hobby than just the greenery itself. The world of indoor gardening is filled with opportunities to personalize, accessorize, and elevate the experience. Whether it’s…

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The Best Indoor Plants for National Indoor Plant Week

September 16, 2024
Best indoor plants layered and in a variety of pots near a window

Should I have Houseplants for Decor? National Indoor Plant Week is here! While I’m Canadian, I can’t resist a holiday that celebrates the beauty and benefits of indoor plants. Held during the third week of September in the U.S., this week is a reminder to appreciate the indoor jungles we’ve nurtured. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or a curious newbie, there’s no better time to think about…

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Plant Light 101: How to Adjust for Seasonal Changes

September 2, 2024
Sun shines on the plant light by the window

Why Does Seasonal Sunlight Matter? Living in Canada, I’ve come to appreciate the importance of understanding seasonal changes for plant light, especially when it comes to houseplants. Our long winters bring not only cold temperatures but also a significant reduction in sunlight. I remember my first winter with houseplants, thinking that a few feet away from the window where my monstera thrived in the summer would be just…

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The Easy Guide to ZZ Plant Care

August 19, 2024
ZZ Plant leaves in focus, showing good ZZ Plant Care

So what do I need to know about ZZ Plant Care? When I first got my ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia), also known as the Zanzibar Gem, I was looking for something that wouldn’t need constant attention. A low-maintenance houseplant that could thrive despite my busy schedule and occasional lapses in watering routine sounded like a dream. The ZZ plant did not disappoint! This sturdy little beauty has surprised…

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How to Ditch Stressful Houseplants for a Happy Home

August 5, 2024
Indoor houseplants can help support your mental health, ditch stressful houseplants!

Ditch Stressful Houseplants! Well… Just a couple! Houseplants should bring joy and calmness to your life, not stress and frustration. If you don’t enjoy your houseplants, they aren’t helping you, and you certainly won’t take the best care of them. As the fall season approaches, balancing your commitments and work becomes crucial, making it important to set yourself up for success during this time, so ditch stressful houseplants!…

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Easy Tips to Pick the Right Indoor Planter for Houseplants

July 8, 2024

What pot should I pick for my houseplants? Welcome to my comprehensive guide on choosing the perfect indoor planter for your houseplants! As someone who loves plants and enjoys watching them grow, I understand how important it is to find the right pot for each plant. Choosing the right pot is more than just a matter of aesthetics; it’s about ensuring your plants have the best environment to…

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Protect Your Pets: The Ultimate Guide to Pet-Safe Houseplants

June 27, 2024

Am I putting my pet in danger with my houseplants? There’s nothing quite like the joy of having both pets and houseplants to brighten up our homes. My boxer, Octavia, and my cat, Catrina, bring so much happiness and energy to my life. However, as a pet owner and a plant enthusiast, I understand the importance of ensuring my leafy friends are safe for my furry companions. This…