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Three potted succulents

How to water succulents: An easy guide to happy, healthy plants

Succulents can be the easiest plants to maintain, but the most confusing when it comes to watering. Here are our best tips so you can help yours thrive.
Basil plant in pot

Keep pests away from basil plants with these tips

Peace lilies outdoors with yellow leaves

Peace lily care: What to do if leaves are turning yellow

Potted herbs on a windowsill

How to get rid of gnats without harming your plants

A piece of cut up ginger

Grow ginger from a store-bought root in 6 simple steps

A succulent plant wall garden

How to arrange your succulent plants in 5 creative ways

Bromeliads in bloom

Do bromeliads die after flowering? The full explanation

A small bear paw succulent in a pink pot by a window

Bear paw succulent care: Keep this cute plant healthy and happy

A large potted cactus

Fix your overwatered cactus: How to restore it to health

Anthurium blooms

Everything you need to know about indoor anthurium care

ZZ plant

ZZ plant leaves turning yellow? Here’s how to fix it fast

A flowering Tillandsia aeranthos

How to care for Tillandsia aeranthos, the air plant with striking leaves

Purple orchid flowers with white stripes

Growing orchids in water made easy: Your guide to a stunning display

Combining orchids and hydroponics can do wonderful things. We list everything you need to know to successfully grow orchids in water.
Madagascar palm tree

Madagascar palm care: The essential guide to this unique succulent

For lush tropical vibes with a desert twist, the Madagascar palm tree (Pachypodium lamerei) is the perfect addition to your indoor or outdoor space.

Fiddle-leaf figs are finicky — here are tips on how to troubleshoot common issues

Here's everything you need to know about caring for the dramatic fiddle-leaf fig, including how to troubleshoot issues.

The Thanksgiving cactus is a beautiful, low-maintenance holiday staple — here’s your guide to caring for it

Add a festive houseplant to your collection this holiday season with the Thanksgiving cactus, and learn how to keep it healthy and happy.
Houseplants on a shelf

How to get rid of fungus gnats: 6 ways to eliminate this pest problem

Fungus gnats can be persistent with your indoor plants. Read this guide to find out how to get rid of them and keep them from coming back.
ZZ plant outdoors beside a sunflower

ZZ plant care: What you need to know about this super-forgiving plant

ZZ plants are easy to care for and quick to forgive. This is how to care for them.
Assorted pink, green, and white polka dot plants in a white pot

Your complete guide to polka dot plant care: Everything you need to know about this colorful perennial

Polka dot plants are small, cheerful plants. Here's how to add them to your home or garden.
how to grow dracaena sanderiana lucky bamboo close up

Plant of the week: Dracaena sanderiana – tips for growing the lucky bamboo

Lucky bamboo is a charming, easy-to-care-for plant. Here's how to grow your own.
plant of the week pilea on sunny shelf

Plant of the week: Pilea peperomioides, aka the “UFO plant” – how to care for it and ensure it blooms

Our plant of the week is the Chinese money plant, also known as the UFO plant. Here's how to grow it.
The flower of a peace lily

How do you care for a peace lily indoors? It’s easier than you think

This is the ultimate guide for everything you need to know about peace lily plants, from basic care to propagation.
crown of thorns plant care guide pink

For lush blooms, here’s how to grow a crown of thorns plant inside your home

Featuring showy blooms and sharp thorns, the crown of thorns plant is an easy-to-grow tropical succulent. Here's how to care for one indoors.
Yucca tree in a planter against wall

How to grow a yucca tree indoors for a tall, lush statement plant

Yucca trees are some of the showiest and low-maintenance houseplants out there — here's how to grow and care for them.
Prayer plant

Prayer plant care: Everything you need to know to grow a lush and healthy plant

Prayer plants can be notoriously tricky to maintain, but you can have a lush, healthy plant with these care tips.
Several bromeliad flowers in various colors

How often do bromeliads flower? How to help these blooms thrive

Can't wait to see your bromeliad flower? Here's how to know when it'll start putting out beautiful blooms.
Red and green rubber tree in a gray pot against a white background

How to propagate your own stunning rubber tree plant from a cutting

Rubber tree plants are small, indoor trees that are great for desks and windowsills. Here's how to start a rubber tree plant from a cutting.
Fiddle-leaf fig beside stairs

How to treat brown spots on fiddle-leaf figs to get your plant back in tiptop shape

Let's walk through how to treat brown spots on fiddle-leaf fig leaves and return your plant to a beautiful green.
Pothos growing in water

Can pothos live in water forever? How to root, grow, and propagate pothos in water

Pothos are often grown in soil, but they can also grow in water. Here's what to know about growing pothos in water.
Leaves on a plant turning brown

Brown tips on plants can be a sign of many different conditions – here’s how to identify and treat them

Do the leaves on your indoor plants have brown tips? Here's what's causing them and how to fix the problem.
A person repotting a plant

How to pack plants for moving so that the movers (or you) don’t damage them

Moving is stressful enough without worrying about your plants. Here's how to pack your plants so that they arrive at their new home safe and sound.
A few small aloe vera plants

Aloe vera seed pods: How to harvest them and grow your own plants

Want to start an aloe vera plant from a seed? Here's where to find the pods or propagate your aloe plant's pups.
Purple orchids growing in a basket

How to keep orchids alive and growing in your home or office

Orchids are gorgeous flowers that can thrive in your home or office. We offer easy tips for giving this stunning flower the proper care.
Harvested lettuce in a bowl

How to grow lettuce indoors to ensure you have healthy greens all year

With just a few items and some patience, you can grow this salad staple right in your kitchen! Here's how to grow lettuce indoors.
Girl in cactus shop

A complete care guide for keeping your rare spiral cactus happy

Keep your spiral cactus happy by following this guide.