Plant Care Library

African Violet Colors: Perfect Pairings for Every Vibe
African Violet Colors: Perfect Pairings for Every Vibe
One reason for African violets’ enduring popularity is the dazzling array of colors in which they grow. From blush pink to bright...
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How to Take Care of a Bonsai Tree—for Beginners!
Here’s How to Take Care of a Bonsai Tree That Thrives for Years to Come Learning how to take care of a...
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Our Root Rot Treatment Is Available Now! (Try Now)
Our Root Rot Treatment Is Available Now! (Try Now)
Our Root Rot Treatment is finally available! We’ve been working for a long time to create a safe, gentle treatment to address...
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Perfect Fertilizer for Monsteras
Why Monstera Plant Food is the Perfect Fertilizer for Monsteras
Monsteras are special plants. They’re beautiful, they grow HUGE, and their unique fenestrated leaves make a statement in any space, large or...
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The Fiddle Leaf Fig Book Has a New Cover and a Lower Price!
The Fiddle Leaf Fig Book Has a New Cover and a Lower Price!
Fiddle Leaf Fig Book Has a New Cover, check it out below! With the help of your votes, we’ve updated The Fiddle...
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Why Timing Matters for Successful Propagation
When to Propagate Houseplants for Strongest Growth
Why Timing Matters for Successful Propagation Propagating my houseplants is simply a way to create new plants from the ones I already...
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How to Shop for a Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree in Store or Online (And Choose a Healthy Plant)
How to Shop for a Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree in Store or Online (And Choose a Healthy Plant)
How to Shop For Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees in Store and Online Today we’re talking about how to identify the best fiddle...
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What Does Bonsai Mean?
What Does Bonsai Mean?
One Question, Three Answers. Everything You Need to Know. Adopting a new hobby can be a lot like learning a new language....
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Why Propagation Isn’t Always as Easy as It Looks
Why Some Houseplants Are So Hard to Propagate
Why Propagation Isn't Always as Easy as It Looks Propagation sounds so simple: I take a cutting, stick it in water or...
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5 Common Orchid Problems: What Causes Them and How to Protect Your Plant
5 Common Orchid Problems: What Causes Them and How to Protect Your Plant
Learn 5 common orchid problems, what causes them, and how to remedy them to keep your orchid happy and healthy. The longer...
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Houseplant Care Tips That Fit Busy Daily Routines
Balancing My Houseplant Care Guide with Real-Life Routines
Balancing a houseplant care guide with real life is tricky. I plan careful watering schedules and light checks, then work, kids, and...
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How to Separate Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees
How to Separate Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees
Wondering how to separate fiddle leaf fig trees? Watch this video from Meg Miller. She shows you how to separate the trunks...
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Over time a potted plant will use up all nutrients from the soil in which it's planted. That's bad news for hungry houseplants. Enter African violet plant food!
Your Top 5 African Violet Food FAQs Answered!
Top 5 African Violet Food FAQs Why Should I Use African Violet Food? Like all plants, African violets power their essential processes...
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Mastering Bonsai Tree
6 Simple Secrets to Mastering Bonsai Tree Care
Ready to take your bonsai practice to the next level? Create a show-stopping specimen with these 6 expert secrets to bonsai tree...
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A Fiddley Rescue: How to Revive a Dead Fiddle Leaf Fig
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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The Best Soil for Orchids — Plus Our Favorite Go-to Potting Mix
The Best Soil for Orchids — Plus Our Favorite Go-to Potting Mix
The Best Soil for Orchids & How To Use It Understanding what makes the best orchid soil and how to use it...
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Split Leaf Philodendron Care
The Monstera Lover’s Guide to Split Leaf Philodendron Care
If you’re a fan of monstera plants, you probably love split-leaf philodendrons too. In fact, these two plants are often confused! They...
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7 Little Known Facts About African Violet Flowers
7 Little-Known Facts About African Violet Flowers
Everything You Didn’t Know About Everyone’s Favorite Houseplant With dazzling, year-round blooms, African violet flowers make lovely countertop conversation pieces. Next time...
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Best Bonsai Tree Types for Beginners
Best Bonsai Tree Types for Beginners
A Quick Guide to Caring for 4 Novice-Friendly Varieties When you’re just getting started with bonsai, it can seem like the list...
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Advanced Fiddle Care: How to Create Custom Fiddle Leaf Fig Soil
Advanced Fiddle Care: How to Create Custom Fiddle Leaf Fig Soil
Learn how to create your own custom fiddle leaf fig soil. If you’re new to fiddle leaf fig plants, you’ll only need...
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Which Houseplants Are Easiest to Propagate and Why
Why I Love Easy-Propagating Houseplants Easy-propagating houseplants let me grow a lush collection without draining my budget, which is why I am...
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