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Houseplant of the Week
String of Pearls
String of Pearls are a very unique trailing succulent. It is easily recognizable from their pea shaped leaves. Each “pea” grows on trailing stems that gracefully spills over the edges of planters. The string of pearls produces white flowers that have a light cinnamon scent.
Care Tips:
Light: Bright, direct sunlight. A southern or western facing window is ideal.
Water: Water about once every 2 to 3 weeks. The pea shaped leaves will become a little wrinkled and soft to the touch when thirsty. Do not overwater.
Soil: Well-draining, cactus potting mix.
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Calathea White Fusion
The variegated foliage of the Calathea White Fusion cultivar features a green leaf with contrasting white markings. The underside has a magenta hue that runs down the stems. It can be finicky but once you find the right spot in your home you’ll love the eye-catching display of foliage that grows profusely and quickly.
These plants like moisture, but not excessive amounts, sun exposure is good, but not too much, and extreme temperatures need to be avoided. You should regularly wipe down the Calathea White Fusion large leaves to remove dust. Removing dust from leaves allows the plant to breathe well. Don’t use any leaf shine products; they can cause damage. Don’t panic if you see an infrequent, small amount of discoloration. Brown tips are to be expected; the foliage on this cultivar is delicate.
Care Tips:
Light: This plant needs filtered bright light. Too much light can cause the markings to fade and leaves to curl; too much shade and the markings won’t develop properly in the first place.
Water: The calathea White Fusion prefers to be consistently moist, but don’t let it get soggy or waterlogged. Ensure the plant’s pot has suitable drainage holes. Water thoroughly, but make sure the water drains out the bottom and does not pool. Once the top inch of soil is dry, your plant needs more water. Some chose to use collected rainwater or distilled water since this plant can be sensitive to chemicals in the water. However, room temperature tap water is fine.
Soil: Soil mixes recommended for African violets are often well-suited to calathea white because they retain moisture well and drain excess water. You can make a peaty, airy, lightweight potting mix by combining orchard bark, perlite, and standard potting soil.
This plant is pet and children safe.
Monstera Deliciosa
The Monstera deliciosa is commonly known as the split-leaf philodendron or Swiss cheese plant because of the unique ridges and holes, known as fenestrations, that develop on its mature leaves. It is a striking and sought-after tropical species appreciated for its large, glossy, and uniquely perforated leaves.
It’s easy to grow and care for, and it can thrive in bright to medium indirect light. You can prune it to control its lankiness and train its growth.
Care Tips:
Light: Bright, indirect light is ideal, but avoid direct sunlight.
Water: Water when the top the soil is almost completely dry. They like humidity, so a bright bathroom is ideal. Mist leaves occasionally and keep them free of dust.
Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix. You can mix in ingredients such as perlite or lava rocks to increase soil aeration.
Mildly toxic to humans, cats, dogs, rabbits, and other small pets.
Ficus Triangularis Variegata
The Ficus Triangularis Variegata has bright green variegated, triangle shaped leaves with a cream edge on the border of the leaves. Ficus Triangularis starts out small, but it can grow upwards of 6 feet tall! This is a stunning plant to add to your collection!
Care Tips:
Light: Bright light. A southern or Western facing window is ideal. It can also be placed near or under a grow light, to make sure it gets adequate light per day.
Water: Water when the plant is almost completely dry (top 3/4 of soil). Make sure that water is dripping out the bottom of the pot to ensure that the soil gets saturated.
Soil: Chunky, well draining mix. A mix of potting soil, perlite and orchid bark.
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Birds Nest Fern
The Birds Nest Fern (Asplenium nidus ‘Crispy Wave’) is a fern with light green, wavy fronds that form a dense “nest” hence the name birds nest fern. This plant is excellent in removing toxins and impurities in your home. The bird’s nest fern will be a great plant to add to your collection with its unique shaped leaves and air purifying qualities!
Care tips:
Water: As a good rule of thumb, water when the top 1-2 inches or soil are dry. Make sure to fully saturate the soil until water drips out the bottom of the pot.
Light: Medium to bright indirect light. An eastern or western or right next to a northern window. Make sure to not place it in direct sunlight, as this can burn the plant’s leaves.
Humidity: This plant loves high humidity. Place it near a humidifier or in a bathroom to increase humidity. This plant is also great being grown in a terrarium! You can also place the plant on a pebble tray too.
Toxicity: Non toxic to cats and dogs!
Peace Lily
The Spathiphyllum ‘Jessica’ ( aka peace lily) is a rare houseplant, so get them while you can!
The Peace Lily has beautiful long green leaves striped with white and cream. The new leaves come out very creamy white and then fade to green with white stripes as they age. This is an easy to care for plant, and a slow growing one too!
Care Tips:
Light: Place in bright, indirect light. An eastern, western or pulled back from a southern facing window. Since this has white and cream on the leaves, it needs a little bit more light compared to the regular green peace lily.
Water: Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. This plant will let you know when it’s dry( the leaves droop downwards when thirsty). Make sure to fully saturate the plant.
Poinsettias
Poinsettias are very popular plants during the holiday season, but you can also have them as an indoor houseplant year round! Poinsettias have very showy bracts (modified leaves) that range from reds, whites, pinks, and creams. The actual flowers are the yellow tiny clusters in the middle of the showy bracts.
Care tips:
Water: When the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Water thoroughly, making sure to fully saturate the soil until water starts dripping out the bottom of the pot.
Light: Bright, diffused sunlight. A western or pulled a few feet back from a southern facing window.
Temperature: Keep poinsettias indoors, temps below 50 degrees will harm and potentially kill the plant. Be sure to not place it near cold drafts, heaters, or fireplaces.
Satin Pothos
The Scindapsus pictus ‘Exotica’ or more commonly known as the Satin Pothos is a stunning plant has large heart shaped leaves that are splashed with silver and green. The leaves look like they have a metallic sheen to them in the light.
This is a great plant to put on a shelf since it vines and trails! Or you can place it in a hanging basket. The Satin Pothos is an easy to care for plant so it’s great for beginners!
Care Guide:
Place in bright, indirect light. An eastern or western facing window will provide enough light for the plant. It can handle lower light conditions but will produce smaller leaves and the growth of the plant will slow down.
Water when the top 2-3 inches of soil are dry. Do not let it become too dry or else the leaves will wilt and become curled.
The Polka Dot Plant
The polka dot plant (Hypoestes Phyllostachya) is a very eye-catching plant with beautiful leaves that are splotched with white, pink, red and green. A great plant for planting in terrariums and adding some color to your collection!
Care tip:
If your polka dot plant becomes too leggy, you can pinch back the stems for a more bushier looking plant. Cut just above a set of leaves. As a good rule of thumb , don’t cut back more than a 1/3 of your plant at a time since this can cause shock in the plant.
Place in bright, indirect light. If the plant receives too little light, it can become very leggy and the stems will get spindly. An eastern or northern facing window is best for the polka dot plant.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Make sure to fully saturate the soil until water is dripping out the bottom of the pot.
African Violet
African Violets are one of the most popular houseplants out there! They have gorgeous flowers, ranging from colors of pink, purple, white and blue. The leaves grow in a rosette and are very thick and fuzzy.
Tips on how to get it to re-bloom:
Make sure your plant is receiving enough light and adequate water
Fertilize with an african violet fertilizer
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Make sure to not get water on the leaves since this can cause brown spots. Bottom watering is the best solution to this since it will soak up the water without having to get the leaves wet. A self watering pot is ideal for african violets.
Placing your african violet in bright but indirect sunlight will be best. Make sure to not place it in direct sunlight since this will cause the plant’s leaves to burn.
The Mini Monstera
The Rhaphidophora Tetrasperma or more commonly known as mini monstera features leaves which are deep green and are fenestrated (split) just like the leaves on a monstera delisiosa hence the nickname “mini monstera”.
These beauties can grow upwards of 12 feet long! This is a very fast growing, climbing plant so giving it a moss pole will make it happy!
Place in bright, indirect light. An eastern or western facing window is best. Be sure to not place it in direct sunlight since it will burn the plant’s leaves.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. This plant is in the aroid family, so a coarse potting mixture is best. Use a mixture of potting soil, perlite and orchid bark.
Homalomena Selby
The Homalomena Selby features gorgeous mottled foliage that has various shades of light and dark green. The leaves are oval in shape and are very thick. This is an uncommon type of houseplant, but is very easy to care for and it’s a great plant for beginners!
Place in bright, indirect light. This is an understory plant in its natural environment, so it can handle lower light conditions. An eastern or western facing window is ideal, but it can handle a north window if placed right next to it.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Do not let dry out too much between waterings. Brown tips will appear on the leaves when it has dried out too much between watering sessions.
Be careful if you have pets, since this plant is toxic to cats and dogs.
Rubber Tree
The Ficus Elastica Ruby, commonly called the rubber tree, features beautiful large glossy leaves that are splashed with colors of green, cream, red and pink. This is a great plant to add to your collection if you want a pop of color! These plants can reach upwards of 100 feet in it’s natural environment, but can reach about 10 feet indoors.
Place in bright, indirect light. It will lose the bright vivid colors when in low light, so giving it enough light will make it thrive. An eastern, or western facing window is best. Or pulled back a few feet from a southern facing window.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Do not overwater or it will lead to root rot.
Fishbone Cactus
The Fishbone Cactus, also commonly called the Ric Rac Cactus, is a type of epiphytic cactus commonly grows between branches of trees. The leaves are long and slender in shape, and are very glossy. The leaves are deeply lobed giving them a zigzag pattern. It is a very unique plant that would be perfect to add to your collection!
Even though this is a type of cactus, it likes to be in bright, indirect light opposed to direct light. In nature, it grows as an understory plant, so it can handle indirect light. An eastern or western facing window is best.
Water when the top 2-3 inches of soil are dry. Since it is a type of cactus, be sure to not over water it.
Dracaena Lemon Lime
The Dracaena Lemon Lime has beautiful long leaves that are striped with bright green and yellow colors.
Dracaena plants will brighten up an area of your home with its vibrant foliage! It’s a great floor plant since it can grow upwards of 7 feet tall, making it a statement plant in your home!
Place in bright, indirect light. It would thrive in a western or southern facing window. Lower light will make it become leggy, but too much light will cause the leaves to get sunburnt.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Make sure to not overwater this plant or it will lead to root rot.
Calathea Fasciata
The Calathea Fasciata has beautiful glossy, large round leaves that are striped with light and dark green. The undersides of the leaves are a very contrasting dark purple color. A very unique and eye catching houseplant to add to your collection! This is one of the easier Calatheas to grow as well!
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Do not let it dry out completely between watering’s as this will lead to crispy tips on the leaves. This plant loves moisture and humidity, so placing it near a humidifier will help it grow big and beautiful!
Place in bright, indirect light. An east, west or north facing window is best. Too much light or sun can burn the plants leaves.
If you have pets, no worries as it’s non toxic to animals!
Spider Plant
This spider plant is one of the most popular, easy to care for houseplants out there!
It features beautiful green to variegated grass-like foliage that arches and cascades downward. It produces cute little white flowers and is very easy to propagate since it produces lots of spider plant babies!
These are also non-toxic to pets!
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Make sure water is dripping out the bottom of the pot.
Place in bright, indirect light. Place directly or near a north, east or west facing window. It can tolerate lower light, but it will lose its variegation.
Wax Ivy
The Wax Ivy or Senecio Macroglossus ‘Variegatus’ is a beautiful trailing plant with succulent stems and waxy ivy-like leaves. The leaves are ivy shaped and are deep green with creamy white/yellow margins.
They can also produce daisy-like yellow flowers! Wax ivy is related to the string of pearls. This is a great alternative to ivy plants since english ivy is very prone to pests like spider mites.
Place in a bright sunny location, as this is a type of succulent so it can handle higher light conditions. A southern or western facing window is best.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Do not overwater!
Syngonium Frosted Heart
The Syngonium Frosted Heart loves to climb, so giving it a trellis or moss pole will help it grow. The leaves are “frosted” with white variegation, making it look iridescent. The leaves are much larger and thicker than most syngonium plants.
Place in bright, indirect light. This plant can start to grow leggy if not given enough light.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Make sure to fully saturate the plant. Investing in a moisture meter will help you monitor the moisture level in the soil.
This plant is toxic to pets, so be sure to keep away from them.
Philodendron Micans
This beauty has soft, velvety leaves that are heart shaped. The new leaves come out a bronzy color, and then fade to a dark green. This is an excellent trailing plant, and is also a fast grower. A great plant for beginners!
The Micans are also great plants to climb up a moss pole or trellis!
Place your Micans in a bright location where the plant gets enough light but does not have direct sun rays hitting the leaves as this will cause sunburn. An eastern or western facing window is ideal, or pulled back from a southern window.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry, and make sure the water drips out the bottom of the pot.
Philodendron Pink Princess
The Philodendron Pink Princess has unique and colorful foliage and will make it a great addition to any houseplant collection! The pink princess has dark green/burgundy leaves that are splashed with pink variegation. Some leaves can even be all pink!
This plant is a climber, so giving it a moss pole or trellis to climb up on will make it thrive!
As an aroid, the pink princess loves to be in a well draining mix. A mix of potting soil, perlite and orchid bark will do. Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry.
They like to be in bright, filtered light, so placing them near a sunny window will be best. Avoid direct sunlight as this will burn their leaves. An eastern or western facing window is ideal, or pulled back from a southern window. The more light the plant receives, the better the pink variegation becomes!
Olive Tree
Olive trees (aka European Olive) come from the hot and dry climate of the Mediterranean region. Bringing this plant into your home, will give it that Mediterranean feel.
They feature slender gray/green leaves that have a shiny cast to them. The undersides of the leaves are furry in texture.
It will be happiest near a window that receives ample light, like a south facing window. Be sure to open the window from time to time so that the plant gets some fresh air.
You can bring your olive tree outside in the summertime. Be sure to bring inside once the temperature gets below 50 degrees.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Place in a well draining potting mix.
Calathea Zebrina
The Calathea Zebrina features stunning soft, velvety leaves with different shades of green, giving it that zebra stripe look. The undersides of the leaves are a deep purple color. They are non toxic to cats and dogs, so it is a great pet friendly plant!
Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and make sure to fully saturate the plant until water drips out the bottom of the pot.
Do not let the plant become too dry or it will lead to crispy tips on the leaves, and it will be susceptible to spider mites. Spider mites thrive in low humidity settings, so be sure to place your calathea near a humidifier.
Calatheas like to be in bright, indirect light. Place near a sunny window, but make sure to not put your plant in direct sunlight, or it will cause the leaves to burn.
Philodendron Birkin
The Philodendron Birkin has beautiful dark green foliage stripped with white pinstripes.
Each leaf is different, making it a unique houseplant to add to your collection! New leaves come out creamy white and then fade to dark green, but still have the white pinstripe variegation.
Like other philodendrons, the Birkin cannot tolerate being overwatered. A good rule of thumb is to water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Water thoroughly, until water is dripping out the bottom of the pot.
Birkins like to be placed in bright, indirect light. Or they can be grown under a grow light.
Like all aroids, the Birkin is no exception! Pot up in a well draining soil mixture. A good mix is potting soil, perlite and orchid bark!
The Birkin is toxic to both cats and dogs, so be sure to keep away from any pets!
Peperomia Stilt
The peperomia stilt features beautiful green and light green striped foliage and leaves which look similar to the rind of a watermelon. This plant grows upright and as it gets taller, the stems start to bend and trail!
For best results, place in bright, indirect filtered light or underneath a grow light. Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. They do best in well draining soil.
And the best part, the Peperomia Stilt is also non toxic to pets!
Hoya Carnosa Krismon Princess
The Hoya Carnosa Krismon Princess has oval succulent shaped leaves that are splashed with creamy yellow to pink variegation. They are a trailing plant which makes them awesome for a hanging basket!
Hoyas also produce beautiful pink star shaped flowers that come in clusters. Keep in mind that it may take a few years for your hoya to flower, but by giving them bright light and fertilizer, this will help them flower.
They like to dry out completely between waterings. The leaves will feel soft and flimsy when thirsty. Do not overwater this plant! Place in a sunny location, and an eastern or western facing window is best. The more light it gets, the more pink the leaves can become!
This plant is non toxic, making it a great pet friendly plant!
Staghorn Fern
The Staghorn Fern is epiphytic, which means they grow on other plants or trees in their natural environment. You can have them mounted on a wood plaque, or hung in a hanging basket.
As their fronds mature, they look similar to deer antlers.
They like bright, indirect natural light, but not direct sunlight and this is too harsh for their fronds. Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry.
An interesting thing to note is that staghorn ferns do not grow to maturity in soil. They need to be mounted on a wood plaque in order to grow to their fullest potential!
They are also non toxic to both cats and dogs, so this is a pet friendly plant!
Golden Pothos
The Golden Pothos features beautiful green foliage with yellow variegation. Pothos are very fast growing, easy to care for plants, making them a great plant for beginners!
They are trailing plants, so you can hang them in a planter or shelf or you can grow them up a moss pole/trellis.
They like to be placed in medium to low indirect light. An Eastern or Northern window is best.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry, and let the water drain out the bottom of the pot. Pothos are toxic to both cats and dogs.
Oxalis Triangularis (Shamrock)
Oxalis are grown from small bulbs that produce cute little white/pink/purple flowers that rise above the leaves. They have triangular shaped leaves that are grouped in threes and come in a variety of colors. During the night, their leaves fold up, and then open up in the daytime.
They may go through a dormancy phase where all of the leaves die off, but this is completely normal. It may last for a month or two. During this time, reduce watering and stop fertilizing until you see new growth.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Place in bright, indirect light, an eastern or western facing window is best.
String of Turtles
The Peperomia Prostrata, or more commonly known as the String of Turtles is a small training plant that has circular, succulent leaves that look like turtle shells.
It is a great hanging plant that looks beautiful trailing down a shelf! The String of Turtles does produce flowers, but they are not as showy as you might think. They send out multiple spikes of white flowers but most people remove them, and this won’t hurt the plant.
They can grow up to 12 inches in length, and are very slow growing.They like to be placed in bright, indirect light. An eastern window will provide morning light that won’t be harsh on the plants leaves.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Be careful not to overwater this guy. They like to be planted in well draining soil.
It’s also non toxic to cats and dogs!
Calathea Lancifolia
The Calathea Lancifolia (aka the rattlesnake calathea) has beautiful long wavy leaves with dark green splotches on them. The undersides of the leaves are a deep purple color.
Calatheas love humidity, so place them near a humidifier or on a pebble tray. Otherwise they will get crispy brown tips on their leaves.
Calatheas also like to be in medium to low light, as bright direct sunlight will scorch their leaves. Water when the top inch of soil is dry. They don’t like to dry out completely between waterings.
Use filtered water instead of tap water, as tap water is filled with salts and chlorine which causes the tips of the leaves to burn and brown.
They are also non toxic to cats and dogs, so this is a perfect pet friendly plant!
Philodendron Silver Sword
The plant of the week is the Philodendron Silver Sword. This plant has beautiful, glossy silver foliage. The leaves come to a point, similar to a sword. They are a climbing vine with thick stems, so having a trellis/moss pole for it will help it grow big leaves.
Philodendrons are tropical plants, and they will thrive when they receive high levels of humidity. The best way to do this is by placing them near a humidifier.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry and make sure to soak the plant until water drips out the bottom. Place in bright, indirect light. An eastern facing window will provide morning light that will not be harsh for your plants leaves, unlike harsh afternoon sunlight.
Be mindful that this plant is toxic to cats and dogs.
Split Leaf Philodendron
The Monstera Deliciosa or commonly known as the split leaf philodendron.
These beauties are very easy to grow, making them a great beginner plant! They love to climb, so a trellis or moss pole would help support them. Young plants have dark green leaves that are completely solid, and as it matures the leaves get more and more fenestrations(splits/holes).
Place in bright, indirect light, as direct sunlight will burn their leaves. An eastern or western facing window is ideal. Water when the top few inches of soil are dry. Make sure to completely soak the soil, having the water drip out the bottom of the plant.
They are also very easy to propagate. Cut below a node and place in a container filled with water, and before you know it, it will grow roots!
Button Fern
This little fern has dense, curving fronds with circular (button-like) leaflets coming off of each frond. They are a low growing fern, and won’t get much taller than a foot.
They like to be placed in bright, indirect light. A north or eastern facing window would be best.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. They love humidity, so placing them in a bathroom or near a humidifier would make them happy!
It’s also non-toxic to cats and dogs!
Philodendron Brasil
It is a beautiful trailing plant with heart shaped leaves that are green on the edges and has different shades of yellow and green in the center. It can be a trailing/vining plant or you can grow it up a trellis or moss pole!
While it can survive in low light conditions, it’s best to put it in bright, indirect light. An eastern or northern facing window is best.
For watering, allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. It’s a perfect plant for beginners!
Rex Begonia
The plant of the week this week is Rex Begonias. These plants have some of the most striking and unique foliage, ranging in a variety of colors and patterns.
Unlike most begonias which are grown for their flowers, rex begonias are grown for their foliage. They like to be in bright, indirect light. Never put them in direct sunlight as this will burn their leaves.
Allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out, then water thoroughly, making sure water drains out the bottom of the pot.
These plants also love humidity. You can put them in a terrarium and they will thrive!
Maidenhair Fern
This plant has delicate, fan shaped leaves that are on wiry black stems. In the wild, it grows near streams and waterfalls, so it’s a humidity lover! Either place the fern near a humidifier or on a pebble tray filled with water to increase the moisture around the plant.
These ferns do not like to dry out completely. They will quickly produce brown fronds if too dry. Aim to keep the soil damp at all times, but never soggy or sitting in water or this will lead to root rot.
It likes bright, indirect light and it also non toxic to pets!
Domino Peace Lily
The Domino Peace Lily—also called the Variegated Peace Lily. It’s a beautiful plant with dark green leaves, speckled with white splotches. With the right amount of light, it’ll produce tall white flowers!
The Domino Peace Lily tolerates low light but does best in medium to bright indirect light. Make sure to keep away from sun’s rays since this can burn and damage the leaves.
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. The lily will tell you when it’s dry! It’ll droop it’s leaves and become limp. Once watered it will perk back up. It’s one of those diva plants!
Be aware the plant is toxic to both cats and dogs, so keep that in mind.
Maranta Lemon Lime
The plant of the week this week is Maranta Lemon Lime. This plant is phototropic which means they move their leaves in response to light—opening and closing their leaves in the morning and night. Hence the name “Prayer Plant”.
The Maranta Lemon Lime also blooms. It produces tiny, light pink/white flowers.
They like to be in bright filtered light, but not be in direct sunlight as this will burn the leaves. It is essential to keep the plant from getting too dry between waterings. Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry.
Non toxic to pets and people too!
String of Arrows
A beautiful type of trailing succulent vine that has arrow shaped leaves. They produce beautiful tiny flowers and do best in bright filtered light. Make sure the soil is dry between waterings. The foliage will be limp when thirsty. This is a very fast grower, and overall, an easy to care for plant!
