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Syngonium (Arrowhead Plant): Complete Care & Growing Guide
The lovely arrowhead plant is commonly grown indoors, trailing from baskets or climbing a stake. Versatile and easy-to-grow, it’s great for indirect or low-light locations.
By Nikki Tilley
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How To Use A Moss Pole On Your Monstera Plant
A moss pole monstera is simply a Swiss cheese plant whose roots grow and attach to a moss-covered pole. Does this impressive plant need one of these? Yes! It’s an epiphyte that gets its nourishment from the surrounding air and water.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Feng Shui Experts Warn These 3 Houseplant Mistakes Will Have a Harmful Impact
If your houseplants are not providing the positive energy you hoped for, then you may be ignoring these fundamental Feng Shui principles.
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Love Your Plants: Easy Ways To Pamper Houseplants
Just as there are different kinds of love, there are different ways to cherish your houseplants. Our experts reveal how to love your plants in winter for years of harmony
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Peace Lily Propagation: Learn About Peace Lily Plant Division
To get more of your favorite indoor plant, learn how to propagate a peace lily. It’s an easy process, and who doesn’t like a free houseplant?
By Liz Baessler
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7 Best Houseplants For Valentine’s Day That Say 'I Love You’
If you thought buying houseplants for Valentine’s Day might not make the right impression, think again. We round up the most romantic houseplants for your loved one
By Amy Grant
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Do Indoor Plants Improve Air Quality? What The Scientists Say
We’ve heard about snake plant oxygen and indoor plants that improve air quality. They may help some, but there’s more to know about the studies.
By Teo Spengler
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6 Winter Blues-Beating Houseplants To Grow In The Cold Months
If the cold and dreary weather gets you down, try growing these 6 winter blues houseplants.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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My DIY Houseplant Spray Fertilizes, Repels Pests, and Even Conditions Leaves – Here's My Recipe
Senior Editor Melanie Griffiths shares her recipe for an effective, natural foliar spray that will give houseplants a nutrient boost while protecting them from pests and disease.
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Buy Plants Online Or In Stores – Tips From Plant Pros
Taking some great advice on how to buy plants can save time and money, as well as the hassle of returns or the disappointment of unhealthy plants.
By Amy Grant
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Why Is My Aloe Plant Turning Brown?
If you see your aloe plant turning brown, just a few simple adjustments to its growing conditions can bring it back to health.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Peace Lily With Brown Tips: Common Causes & How To Fix Them
A common complaint about peace lily tips turning brown is an easy fix if you know what’s causing it. Make it happy by adjusting your care.
By Teo Spengler
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6 Plants That Don’t Need Water – Or Almost Never Do
Are there really plants that don’t need water? These 6 houseplants prove it’s possible to grow lush, leafy foliage with minimal watering.
By Laura Walters
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Boston Fern Care: Complete Guide To Growing Boston Ferns
It may be popular, but how much do you really know about this ubiquitous houseplant? Our expert guide to Boston fern care shows you how to cultivate the best
By Amy Grant
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Aloe Plant Drooping: 7 Common Causes & How To Fix Them
Your aloe will grow big with good light and not too much water. Although it?s hard to kill one of these plants, if your aloe is drooping, something isn?t right. The good news is that there is likely an easy fix. This article has more information for an aloe plant flopping over.
By Mary H. Dyer
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How To Grow A Heart-Leaf Philodendron: Fall In Love With This Easy-Care Houseplant
Heart-leaf philodendrons are fantastic houseplants. With their simple care requirements and long vines dotted with heart-shaped leaves, you’re sure to fall in love.
By Laura Walters
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How Often To Water An Aloe Vera Plant – For Lush, Healthy Growth
Watering aloe vera plants is a delicate balance. Discover how to ensure your plant gets just the right amount of moisture – including the best watering methods.
By Bonnie L. Grant