The Houseplant Guru Blog
Here’s where the magic begins! All of my best tips are found on my blog.
Here are a Few Plant Problems New Plant Parents May Have
Are you confused about plant care as a new plant parent? Are you having some plant problems? Read on to find some help.
How to Care for Some Unusual Succulent Euphorbias
Do you have a crown of thorns, one of the most common houseplants? It is an euphorbia and I love them! Check out a couple more unusual ones.
Have You Checked Out The Crazy Weird Foliage of Some African Violets?
Have you seen some of the crazy weird foliage on some African violets? I mean, who needs flowers? They are gorgeous without flowers.
Did You Know Phalaenopsis Flowers Don’t Naturally Grow Straight Up?
Do you know that phalaenopsis orchids are staked for a reason? They are easier to ship and pack in a box, but how do they naturally grow?
I Collect Antique Bird Planters, But Not for Plants. Do You Use Them?
I love antique planters because I love plants, though I usually don’t put plants in them. I especially love the whimsical bird planters.
What Happens to Your Plants If You Can’t Take Care of Them?
What will you do with your plants when you can no longer care for them? Hopefully you have a plan to give them to people who will love them.
How To Care for Espicias or Flame Violets
There are some colorful cousins of the African violet and the leaves are amazing as well as their small flowers rising up from the foliage.
How to Care for the Beautiful Jewel Orchid, Ludisia discolor
The botanical name is Ludisia discolor (formerly Haemaria discolor) and it is a terrestrial orchid, unlike most orchids that are epiphytic, meaning they grow attached either to other plants or other objects.
How to Care for the Sweetheart Hoya or Hoya kerrii.
The Hoya kerrii or sweetheart hoya is an easy succulent to care for and if it has everything it needs, it will send out beautiful flowers.
How Do You Care For Euphorbia platyclada or Dead Stick Plant?
What is the point behind a plant resembling a bunch of dead sticks? The Euphorbia platyclada is a plant that fools its predators by appearing as if it's already dead. Pretty smart, right? So how do you care for this extremely weird plant? My Plant The one below is...