The Fiddle Leaf Fig has become a celebrated houseplant of recent years, but it’s only one of many attractive ficus plants that you can grow indoors. In the tropics, these trees grow into broad, luxurious canopies with vining branches and gnarly trunks. In your home,...
Bold red flowers, heart-shaped leaves, and classic blossoms that keep on blooming—these houseplants offer all of the appeal of a flower bouquet but keep growing long after Valentine’s Day is over. As a touchstone to keeping the romance alive throughout the year, or...
Where can I plant arborvitae? Arborvitae, or ‘arbs’ for short, prefer to be planted in full sun areas that receive 6+ hours of sun per day. However, several varieties can thrive in partial shade areas that get 4-6 hours of sun per day. Most arborvitae varieties do not...
Even though it’s cold outside, the temperature in our homes remains at a balmy 72 degrees. It’s the perfect atmosphere for a human being, and as it happens, it’s ideal for tropical plants too. Our homes are lush jungles waiting to happen. All...
Sometimes houseplants can be a tempting snack for a pet. A dog or cat might nibble on plants to remedy an upset stomach, make up for a nutrient deficiency, or they might just be feeling playful. With that said, many houseplants are toxic and should be kept out of...
