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Monstera Adansonii Plant Care (#1 Tips for THRIVING Plant!)

The Monstera Adansonii is a fenestrated plant (leaves with holes) that grows smaller than the Monstera Deliciosa. It is commonly called the Five Holes Plant, Swiss Cheese Plant, Swiss Cheese Vine, and Monkey Leaf Monstera. Care-wise, the Adansonii thrives in similar conditions to most Monsteras. Humidity >60% helps them grow quickly, as does plenty of bright but indirect light. Don’t […]

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monstera siltepecana in a small pot

Monstera Siltepecana Plant Care (#1 Top Care Tips + what you MUST know!)

Monstera Siltepecana, also known as Silver Monstera or Swiss Cheese Plant (though the latter refers to any number of Monsteras), is a lesser-known variety of Monstera than the ubiquitous Deliciosa. Care-wise, your Monstera Siltepecana needs up to 3 hours of direct sunlight + plenty of indirect light; 60-90% humidity; and monthly fertilizing during the growing

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monstera dubia, the shingle plant, in a small white pot

Monstera Dubia Care & Propagation (#1 Growing Tips for a THRIVING Plant!)

Monstera Dubia, also called the Shingles Plant, is a great vining plant native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. 🙂 Caring for a Monstera Dubia is straightforward, but it may not reach maturity indoors if it is not given proper care. It needs 8-10 hours a day of bright, indirect light; high humidity

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plant with moss pole

Q&A: How to keep moss poles moist (and WHY its SO important!)

Moss poles provide a climbing structure for plants. They enable certain climbing plants to latch onto the pole using aerial roots (roots that grow above-ground) and grow upwards, towards the sunlight. This mimics the plant’s native environment, where it grows on top of larger plants or trees, as it competes with others for precious sunlight.

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side view of philodendron ring of fire with wavy edges and cream variegation on its lon green leaves

Philodendron Ring of Fire – (CARE HACKS for this sought-after houseplant!)

The rare Philodendron Ring Of Fire is a SIGHT to behold, with its jagged-edged leaves in hues of orange (thus the “fire”), green, white, red, cream, and yellow. 🙂 Like many other Philodendrons, the Ring Of Fire is not a difficult plant to grow, though it is a slow-grower and has a small size (just

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hoya elliptica growing with thick succulent-like leaves and a cluster of flowers

Hoya Elliptica – (Best #1 Care Guide for a THRIVING Hoya!)

The Hoya Elliptica is a beautiful, low-maintenance plant native to Southeast Asia. Like many Hoyas, it is a climbing plant (called an epiphyte) that grows thick leaves. What’s unique about this Hoya is its leaves have silver veins that remind us of turtle shells! Of course, it is also known for its strong, honey-scented flowers….

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topview of a small potted Philodendron Ruizii variegated

Philodendron Ruizii (Complete Care + Propagation Guide!)

The Philodendron Ruizii has short stems and long leaves that grow in a “birds nest” formation from the center of the plant. It is a relatively uncommon Philodendron, and has semi-succulent properties that means that it can withstand dry spells and drier air than most others. Its adaptable nature makes it a good choice for

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