Houseplants

Polka dot plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya), sometimes called freckle face plant, is an herbaceous warm-climate perennial with brightly variegated leaves. The most common polka dot plants feature green foliage flecked with pink, but varieties with purple, white, or red variegation are also available. Polka dot plant grows best in warm, humid conditions with bright, indirect light … Read more

Have you ever looked at a Calathea and thought, “I wish I could just pop you in a vase and call it a day”? Well, good news! Growing Calathea in water is not only possible but can also be a fun, low-maintenance way to enjoy these beautiful plants. These prayer plants are known for their … Read more

Like all other plants, repotting Snake Plants is essential for ensuring their health and vitality. In this guide, I’ll explain the steps, the best soil mix to use, the ideal time to repot your Snake Plant, aftercare, and answer FAQs. I love Snake Plants and have several thriving indoors and outdoors at my Arizona desert … Read more

As an interior decorator, I’m always on the lookout for statement houseplants that can transform a mundane space into an indoor jungle. One of my favorites is the graceful and lush ficus benjamina, commonly known as the weeping fig. With its cascading branches and vibrant green leaves, this tree makes a beautiful focal point in … Read more

I study landscape ecology and through my studies have discovered a love for plants. Plants are not only beautiful, but also have countless fascinating survival strategies. To bring a bit of nature into my home as well, I nurture my houseplants and herbs on every possible windowsill. Favourite fruit: rhubarb and all kinds of berries … Read more

String of pearls (Curio rowleyanus) is one of the prettiest houseplants you can grow. This succulent is known for its round, beadlike leaves and long, trailing stems that make it an excellent hanging plant. Like its relative string of bananas, you can propagate string of pearls from stem cuttings in a few different ways: by … Read more

Fuchsia is a tender perennial most often grown as an annual in containers and hanging baskets. The hardy varieties, such as F. magellanica, are perennials in zones 6-9 and will easily grow in a container year round. The hybrids, such as F. ‘Swingtime’ or F. ‘Dark Eyes’, are considered annuals in most growing zones but … Read more

Yes, you can grow zucchini or summer squash in pots or containers! This family favorite is easy to grow and will give you a huge harvest. Here’s everything you need to know to grow zucchini in containers. Zucchini (also called summer squash) is a great vegetable for small-space gardeners. In fact, it’s one of my … Read more

Begonia maculata, also known as the polka dot begonia, is a tropical perennial and one of the most striking begonias. The spotted, elongated leaves are dark green, sometimes ranging from olive to forest green. The plants spots are a pale grey to silver color, and the undersides of the leaves are a rich burnt orange. … Read more

If you’re anything like me, once spring hits it’s about that time to make your shopping wish list for your garden. What will you add this year? Will you try anything new? Many new gardeners think about adding hydrangeas but want to know if they will come back each year, or if you’ll have to … Read more