10 Groundcover Plants That Easily Fix a Messy Garden

ground cover before and after

I always like to say that groundcovers are the heroes of a garden. They’re the plants that quietly handle the messy jobs. They cover the bare soil while smothering weeds and, at the same time, softening the edge of a path. Hiding that awkward patch where nothing wants to grow. And honestly, once I started … Read more

7 Mistakes with Peace Lilies You Should Always Avoid

peace lily mistakes

Peace lilies always look so classy and elegant, and I think that tricks people into thinking they’re totally effortless. Let me be honest, they are pretty forgiving. But they’re also dramatic in a very specific way. I’ve kept peace lilies on and off for years, and I’ve made basically every mistake on this list at … Read more

17 Best Plants for Rooms Without Windows or Low Light

Let’s talk about the awkward rooms. The ones with zero windows, or that sad little corner with very low light. In those kinds of spots, plants usually go in full of hope and come out crispy and offended. Good news though. There are plants that can handle low light. Just let me specify that it … Read more

7 Things to Do With a Poinsettia in January/February

red and white poinsettia

So the holidays are over, the lights are down, but the poinsettia is still sitting on the table like something else is about to happen. Every year around January, people do the same thing. They stare at it, sigh, and (unfortunately) some people throw it away. Poinsettias get such a bad reputation for being temporary, … Read more

Things to Do With Christmas Cactus in January/February

The holidays are over, the decorations are packed away, and now you’re left with a Christmas cactus that isn’t quite sure what to do with itself. I’ve been there, staring at my beloved Christmas cactus, wondering what’s next. As a fellow plant enthusiast, I thought I’d share a few friendly tips on what to do … Read more

7 Mistakes You Should Always Avoid with Pothos

Pothos is one of the first plants I ever had, and honestly, it makes you feel like a plant genius. It grows, it forgives, it looks good even when life is chaotic. It’s basically a low-drama plant that I always recommend to people who don’t wanna spend too much time gardening. However, even this plant … Read more

7 Clear Signs Your Christmas Cactus Needs a Trim

Prune Christmas Cactus

I always say that the Christmas cactus is one of those plants that feels like a little family member. It sits there for months, looking polite and well-behaved, and then, suddenly, during the holidays, it starts blooming as if it had been saving up all year. But here’s the thing that matters to us for this … Read more

Aloe Care Mistakes Almost Everyone Makes

aloe vera plant care

Aloe plants really look like they’re unkillable. You know, they give those tough and spiky desert plants vibes. However, you’ll be surprised to hear that they’re among the plants I see suffering the most on windowsills. I’ve had aloe go from “healthy and plump” to “sad and grayish” in one season because I got a … Read more