Plant Care Library

African Violet Care Indoors: 8 Rookie Moves to Avoid
It’s no secret: African violets have quite the reputation for being very particular about the care they receive. This can give beginners...
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A Fiddley Rescue: How to Revive a Dead Fiddle Leaf Fig
I get a lot of questions about whether you can revive a dead fiddle leaf fig. Plants can be extremely resilient with...
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Four Things Killing Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree 
(Plus: How to Save it From Each Deadly Threat)
“Help! S.O.S! Mayday! 911! My fiddle leaf fig tree is dying, and I don’t know what to do!” By far, this is...
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How Much Sun Do African Violets Need to Grow Well?
Learn how much sunlight your African violet needs to thrive in your indoor garden. You've done it. You've chosen the perfect addition...
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How to Pick the Right Location for Your Bonsai to Grow
Trees all over the world have evolved to thrive in the specific environments in which they grow. With the delicate, pot-bound bonsai,...
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4 Signs Your Monstera Needs More Light
Does my monstera need more light? One of the most important parts of raising a beautiful, healthy monstera is giving it the...
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Is My Orchid Sick? 7 Signs Something’s Wrong
Having an orchid is a delight. Its blooms and foliage are so striking that your orchid easily becomes the centerpiece of your...
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Don’t Panic! Common Bonsai Tree Problems and What to Do Next
Caring for a bonsai is a rewarding hobby, but it can be alarming and frustrating when your tree struggles. Unfortunately, figuring out...
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The Top 8 Reasons Why Your Orchid Isn’t Blooming
Learn the 8 most common reasons why your orchid isn’t blooming, and discover how to encourage bloom with simple adjustments. Does this...
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Mistakes I Make Following Generic Houseplant Care Guides

Learn how generic advice can harm your plants and what to do instead with a science-backed houseplant care guide for healthier indoor growth.

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Where Should You Place Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant?
Wondering where you should place your fiddle leaf fig plant? Click to learn the best place to put your fiddle leaf fig...
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How Much Light Does a Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree Need?
There’s a lot to think about when considering how much light a fiddle leaf fig plant needs. Getting enough natural light for...
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How Much Light Does a Monstera Need?
With any new plant you bring home, there are usually two key factors that might take a while to dial in: One...
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Houseplant Growth Stages: How to Adjust Care From Seedling to Mature
Unlock Faster Growth by Timing My Care to Each Stage Houseplant growth gets a lot easier when I stop giving every plant...
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My Simple Pothos Care Guide for Thriving Indoor Vines
Why We Love Growing Pothos Indoors Pothos is one of our favorite houseplants because it is forgiving, pretty, and grows fast when...
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Why My Pothos Struggles Indoors: Light and Placement Troubleshooting
Turn My “Easy” Pothos Into a Truly Low-Stress Plant A pothos indoors is supposed to be the easy houseplant. I hear that...
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Container Blueberry Growing: My Thriving Pot Method
Why We Love Growing Blueberries in Containers Growing blueberries in containers is one of our favorite ways to get fresh fruit in...
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How to Grow Thriving Blueberry Bushes in Containers
Why We Love Growing Blueberries in Containers Growing blueberries in containers is one of our favorite ways to get fresh fruit in...
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Pothos Health Check Tips For Lush, Resilient Vines
I often think rare plants are the important ones, but I see it a little differently. My most helpful plant in my...
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Why Your Palm Leaves Have Brown Tips and How to Fix It
If you've spotted your palm plant with brown tips, you're definitely not alone. Browning leaves are one of the most common problems...
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How to Help Maidenhair Ferns Thrive in Winter
When cold weather hits, our houseplant routines change a lot. That's especially true for ferns, which crave steady warmth and humidity. Maidenhair...
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