#houseplants
#houseplants

Environment

The 7 houseplants that will cool your home down for free

Houseplants help cool homes during heatwaves via transpiration, acting as a natural cooling system.

Renovation

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13 hours ago

'Natural air conditioning' - but does the zero-energy cooling trick with plants actually work?

Using houseplants can provide an eco-friendly alternative to traditional air conditioning by naturally cooling indoor spaces.

fromwww.dorsetecho.co.uk

Environment

The 7 houseplants that will cool your home down for free

Houseplants help cool homes during heatwaves via transpiration, acting as a natural cooling system.

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Pets

Houseplant clinic: why do my supermarket plants keep dying?

Supermarket plants may thrive less due to poor handling; inspect carefully before buying.

Miscellaneous

Got a "Dying" Plant? Don't Panic (or Throw It Away!) - Check This First

Don't panic if your houseplant looks sick; assess and respond to its needs.

Everyday cooking

For Just $30 This Brilliant Planter Brings Fresh Herbs to Any-Sized Home

Mr. Stacky offers an innovative vertical growing solution for small spaces, making it easy to nurture different plants.

Miscellaneous

I Travel Almost Every Month - Here's How I Still Keep My 24 Plants Thriving

Use travel plant care tips to maintain houseplants when away.

Check the weather before leaving to adjust light for plants.

Writing

5 Ways I Changed After Becoming a "Plant Person" (and Killing My First Plant!)

Embracing plants in everyday life fosters personal growth and connection with nature.

1 month ago

London

The Underrated IKEA Section I Make a Beeline for at the Start of Each Spring

IKEA's plant section offers a wide variety of affordable, low-maintenance plants like snake plants, appealing to both seasoned and novice plant enthusiasts.

Pets

Houseplant clinic: why do my supermarket plants keep dying?

Supermarket plants may thrive less due to poor handling; inspect carefully before buying.

Miscellaneous

Got a "Dying" Plant? Don't Panic (or Throw It Away!) - Check This First

Don't panic if your houseplant looks sick; assess and respond to its needs.

Everyday cooking

For Just $30 This Brilliant Planter Brings Fresh Herbs to Any-Sized Home

Mr. Stacky offers an innovative vertical growing solution for small spaces, making it easy to nurture different plants.

Miscellaneous

I Travel Almost Every Month - Here's How I Still Keep My 24 Plants Thriving

Use travel plant care tips to maintain houseplants when away.

Check the weather before leaving to adjust light for plants.

Writing

5 Ways I Changed After Becoming a "Plant Person" (and Killing My First Plant!)

Embracing plants in everyday life fosters personal growth and connection with nature.

1 month ago

London

The Underrated IKEA Section I Make a Beeline for at the Start of Each Spring

IKEA's plant section offers a wide variety of affordable, low-maintenance plants like snake plants, appealing to both seasoned and novice plant enthusiasts.

more#gardening

#plant-care

Vue

Houseplant clinic: my tricolour hoya has solid green leaves

Solid green leaves on a Hoya carnosa indicate genetic reversion; pruning is essential to encourage variegated growth.

Miscellaneous

The 6 Best Plants I Swear By for Even the Darkest Corners of My Home

You can successfully grow low-light indoor plants even without ample natural light.

Not all low-light plants thrive; many can only survive in dim conditions.

Miscellaneous

The First Thing I Always Do When I Buy a New Plant (It's My Key to Success!)

Proper care is essential for keeping new houseplants healthy and thriving.

Patience is key when starting with houseplants; it's a rewarding learning process.

Chelsea

Houseplant clinic: why has my dragon tree gone splotchy?

Brown splotches on dragon tree leaves are more likely due to environmental stress than rust infection.

Adjust watering habits and improve humidity to restore plant health.

7 months ago

OMG science

Why I'll Never Use This Expert-Favorite Plant Care Method Ever Again (Here's the Brilliant Hack I Use Instead!)

Bottom watering plants can lead to overwatering, causing root rot and plants to die, according to experts.

Miscellaneous

The 5 Essential Tools Every New Plant Owner Needs (Plus 3 to Level Up Your Skills)

Getting the right tools can significantly improve your houseplant care experience.

Vue

Houseplant clinic: my tricolour hoya has solid green leaves

Solid green leaves on a Hoya carnosa indicate genetic reversion; pruning is essential to encourage variegated growth.

Miscellaneous

The 6 Best Plants I Swear By for Even the Darkest Corners of My Home

You can successfully grow low-light indoor plants even without ample natural light.

Not all low-light plants thrive; many can only survive in dim conditions.

Miscellaneous

The First Thing I Always Do When I Buy a New Plant (It's My Key to Success!)

Proper care is essential for keeping new houseplants healthy and thriving.

Patience is key when starting with houseplants; it's a rewarding learning process.

Chelsea

Houseplant clinic: why has my dragon tree gone splotchy?

Brown splotches on dragon tree leaves are more likely due to environmental stress than rust infection.

Adjust watering habits and improve humidity to restore plant health.

7 months ago

OMG science

Why I'll Never Use This Expert-Favorite Plant Care Method Ever Again (Here's the Brilliant Hack I Use Instead!)

Bottom watering plants can lead to overwatering, causing root rot and plants to die, according to experts.

Miscellaneous

The 5 Essential Tools Every New Plant Owner Needs (Plus 3 to Level Up Your Skills)

Getting the right tools can significantly improve your houseplant care experience.

Digital life

You've Seen One Snake Plant, You Haven't Seen Them All

Sansevieria has diverse species beyond the well-known snake plant, revealing unique aesthetics that attract keen plant collectors.

Miscellaneous

Houseplant of the week: Hawaiian palm

The Hawaiian palm is a unique houseplant that requires bright, indirect light and contributes to its species' conservation.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

You've Seen One Snake Plant, You Haven't Seen Them All

Sansevieria has diverse species beyond the well-known snake plant, revealing unique aesthetics that attract keen plant collectors.

Miscellaneous

Houseplant of the week: Hawaiian palm

The Hawaiian palm is a unique houseplant that requires bright, indirect light and contributes to its species' conservation.

more#botany

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Costco Is Selling a $20 Plant Find, and It's Perfect for the New Year

Costco's money tree plants are available for $19.99, perfect for winter cheer and plant lovers.

fromBuzzFeed

4 months ago

Writing

46 Gifts You Don't Have To Worry About Them Getting From Someone Else

Unique gifts for friends who struggle with houseplants or love quirky decor.

A zombie plant that 'plays dead' is ideal for plant-killers.

Cryptid magnets provide endless creativity and fun for families.

A unicorn head squirrel feeder adds whimsy to garden decor.

fromMail Online

Miscellaneous

Why you may have just six weeks to save your house plants this winter?

Winter requires houseplant collectors to adjust care due to lower light, fluctuating temperatures, and humidity changes to prevent plant stress.

fromBuzzFeed