Just because you want indoor tropical plants doesn't mean that you need to have bright light. Here are two options that ...
Ok, you’ve gotten lucky so far. Despite a few evenings threatening a light frost, you've skated by with your potted tropical plants out on the porch. Maybe you slid them in the garage or tucked them ...
Pilea involucrata, also known as the “friendship plant,” multiplies effortlessly and thrives with minimal care ...
Polka dot plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) is a tropical plant beloved for its colorful foliage and low-maintenance reputation. Also known as freckle face, the polka dot plant typically features dark ...
Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Amazon elephant's ear thrives in large pots, both inside and out. It ...
The holidays are upon us, and one of the things we enjoy about this time of year is all the sparkle and color that go with the season. So why not extend that joy into the cold and dreary days ahead?
Many garden annuals can be brought inside for the winter and grown as houseplants. We asked some garden experts for their ...
Indoor, tropical and hanging plants are a great way to brighten up a home, especially when the winter brings darker, colder and shorter days. However, the change in conditions means some of our ...
For generations, trailing plants have added a natural touch and helped soften the hard surfaces and straight edges found in homes and commercial settings. Remarkably, except for weeping succulents, ...
“There was a cool night recently, and I am wondering when I should bring in my tropical plants that are in containers on my deck. One of my favorite plants is a hibiscus.” — Jeff Blumquis, Plainfield ...
With winter upon us, a tropical plant that can thrive in our central Ohio homes is Xanadu philodendron (Philodendron xanadu AKA Thaumatophyllum xanadu). With a rounded, slightly upright habit, very ...