There are more than 2000 species in the cactus family, and while most have similar care, be sure to find info specific to the plants you choose. These tips will give you a general idea of how to take care of your favorite cacti. Light: Direct sun; some species will do fine with very brightContinue reading “Cactus care guide”
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Best low-light indoor plants
Looking for the best low-light indoor plants that will thrive in a dim area of your home? There are plenty of indoor plants out there that are easy to care for, forgiving, and low-light tolerant. Some even do better in shadier spaces, if you can believe it. If you’re not a full-blown plant parent yetContinue reading “Best low-light indoor plants”
Humidity and plants
Humidity is often a missing element in the environment we except plants to thrive in. Many houseplants are tropical and live in naturally humid conditions. While some plants can do fine without humidity, even in dry climates, most will thrive best with some added humidity. As an added bonus, humidity is also a beneficial toContinue reading “Humidity and plants”
Propagating Jade Plants
“The Jade plant is one of the easiest plants to grow and care for. So are you wondering βcan jade plants grow in water?” A jade plant can be propagated and grow in water either by the stem or leaf propagation. After the new plant develops roots in water it can grow and stay inContinue reading “Propagating Jade Plants”
Attracting Hummingbirds to your Garden
Nectar is the only reason that hummingbirds visit flowers in the first place. They need this sugar solution to fuel their high energy lifestyle. (They flap their wings around 60 times per SECOND)Also, a common trait of many flowers that attract hummingbirds is that they are long and tubular. Insects have a hard time reachingContinue reading “Attracting Hummingbirds to your Garden”
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