Plant Care & Maintenance

do succulents do well in bathrooms

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Some succulents can be great options for bathroom decoration, starting with those in the Sansevieria family. Most are flexible about light and water needs. They are also said to work well at cleaning the air. If there … Read more

A Visual Guide to the Peanut Plant

The peanut (Arachis hypogaea) is a leguminous perennial plant native to South America that’s usually grown as an annual in the UK. Technically, peanuts are not actually nuts as the plant belongs to the Fabaceae (pea and bean) family. Peanuts are commonly referred to as groundnuts, earthnuts, or monkey nuts. The common name ‘groundnut’ comes … Read more

A Complete Guide to Caring for Mother-In-Law’s Tongue Plants

Sansevieria (also known as Mother-in-Law Tongue or Snake Plant) is an amazing plant. The sansevieria originally came from Africa and made its way to Europe in the 18th century. The scientific name for this particular sansevieria is Dracaena Trifasciata. Its sword-like leaves have striking sculptural beauty and the care is very simple. I have snake … Read more

How Much Sunlight Does a Venus Flytrap Need?

Ensure your Venus Fly Trap flourishes with proper sunlight—key to its health and hunting success! Venus flytraps are fascinating carnivorous plants that have adapted to survive in nutrient-poor soils by trapping and digesting insects. Their unique snap traps and insect-eating capabilities make them very popular with plant enthusiasts and collectors However, successfully growing healthy Venus … Read more

Is My Parlor Palm Getting Too Much Light? Signs of Light Stress and How to Fix It

Aside from the sound of crashing waves, nothing transports us to a beach—umbrella drink in hand—better than a palm tree. And bringing that tropical, laid-back vibe indoors couldn’t be easier than placing a potted parlor palm in a corner on the floor. Parlor palms (Chamaedorea elegans) aren’t needy roommates, either. They like what we like—warm … Read more

dipladenia flower annual or perennial

Dipladenia is a beloved tropical vine among flower gardeners, due to its trumpet-shaped flowers and branching foliage. Aside from its beauty, growing dipladenia attracts hummingbirds and bees to your garden, supporting biodiversity. Because it’s tropical, those in areas with cold winters have the luxury of growing a dipladenia indoors. Dipladenias can bring a burst of … Read more