A lot of people have a soft spot for ZZ plants. It’s mostly because they often look perfect, they forgive a lot, and when something is off, they still manage to be dramatic without being loud. So here are the biggest mistakes that tend to mess them up, even when you think everything is fine. … Read more
Snake plants are basically among the lowest-maintenance plants in the entire world of houseplants. That’s why they’re often recommended to beginners or people who usually have difficulty with more fragile plants. They don’t react badly, they don’t ask for much, and they thrive in practically any corner. However, it doesn’t mean that they don’t need … Read more
Gardening is funny because it can be as cheap or as expensive as you let it be. You can spend $47 on a “specialty soil blend” in a pretty bag. But you can also build a ridiculously good garden with stuff people literally give away because they don’t want to deal with it. And once … Read more
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
February is always a bit of a dull month for gardening. The days are short and cold, and many people let it slip by without doing something about the garden. But actually, it’s one of the most important months. This is the crucial time to start planning for the next season, so you’re not caught … Read more
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
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
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
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
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