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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…

Plant Care

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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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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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…

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Indoor Gardening Made Easy: Selecting Houseplants For Your Space

May 27, 2024
Green snake plant in orange indoor planter, with a cactus in the background in a blue plastic plant pot

Hi planty friends! Welcome to my cozy corner of the internet, where we dive deep into the wonderful world of houseplants on the regular. Today, I’m excited to talk about a topic which is important for all houseplant lovers: how to select the perfect houseplants for your unique space. Whether you’re living in a tiny apartment or a giant house, choosing the right greenery is key. When I…

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How to Boost Your Well-Being with Happy Houseplants

May 21, 2024

Hey plant lovers! For Mental Health Month this May, let’s discuss the impact of houseplants on our well-being. Surrounding ourselves with greenery isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s a powerful tool for mental health. With Women’s Health Week this month, there’s no better time to explore how these leafy companions support our wellness journey. From reducing stress and anxiety to promoting mindfulness and relaxation, houseplants offer benefits far beyond…

Plant Care

Cacti Care: The Ultimate Guide from Watering to Repotting

January 6, 2024

Hey there! If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably fallen head over heels for the charming world of cacti. These prickly yet fascinating plants have a unique charm that’s hard to resist. But, caring for cacti is more complex than leaving them in a corner and forgetting about them. With so many unique varieties, if your plant collection is entirely cacti, you can have a ton of individual…

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Green Magic: 10 Low-Light Houseplants for a Stress-Free Home

September 24, 2023

Hey there! If you found your way to this article, you probably love bringing a touch of nature indoors with houseplants. But let’s face it, not all of us have perfectly sun-drenched spaces to accommodate demanding greenery. I don’t know about you, but caring for houseplants can be hard! When you have a busy schedule things like watering and pruning can get lost in the shuffle. That’s why…

Plant Care

Caring for the Aglaonema Key Lime: Proven Practices

August 28, 2023

Hey there, gardening aficionados! If you’re in search of a captivating yet easy-to-care-for houseplant, allow me to introduce you to the Aglaonema Key Lime. With its vibrant lime-green foliage and fuss-free nature, this plant brings a breath of fresh air to any indoor environment. In this article, I’ll dive into the specifics of keeping your Aglaonema Key Lime flourishing! Covering watering routines, potting requirements, sunlight preferences, growth patterns,…