My dog once chewed a leaf from a toxic houseplant and needed an expensive vet visit. Since then I have kept only spider plants, calatheas, and peperomias within reach, because they are safe even if she decides to sample them again. Fortunately, there are many beautiful and non-toxic options available. Plants like the Chinese Money […]
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I ordered a Monstera pinnatipartita cutting from a collector because the mature leaves are deeply split almost to the midrib. The cutting arrived with one juvenile leaf that was still solid, but the newest growth is already showing narrow slits along the edges. While it may boast a show-stopping appearance, the Monstera Pinnatipartita is surprisingly
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I found a jade pothos with solid green leaves that looked deeper and richer than the variegated varieties. Without the cream patterns, the plant is less sensitive to lower light, which makes it a better choice for my bathroom. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to help your Jade
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I bought a ZZ plant dark zamicro because it is even more compact than the standard variety. The dark green leaves are smaller and thicker, and the plant fits on a narrow windowsill where a regular ZZ would eventually overhang. One of the standout features of the Dark Zamicro is its ability to thrive in
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I bought a Philodendron giganteum because I wanted leaves large enough to use as a background in photographs. The first mature leaf was nearly eighteen inches across, and it came in lime green before hardening to a deep forest shade. What makes the Philodendron Giganteum so special? It’s not just its striking appearance; it’s also
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I display my bonsai on a simple wooden stand rotated slightly off-center. The slight angle reveals the trunk line better than a straight-on view, and a small stone slab beneath the pot grounds the composition. The art of displaying bonsai is more than just placing a tree in a pot. It’s about creating a connection
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Indoor vs Outdoor Bonsai: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing and Caring for Your Miniature Trees I started with outdoor bonsai but lost several to indoor heat during a cold snap. Now I keep ficus and jade indoors year-round, and only attempt outdoor species like juniper after I built a proper cold frame. What Makes Indoor
I bought a Monstera adansonii as a small trailing plant with only a few fenestrated leaves. I hung it in a macrame planter near an east window, and within a year the vines had grown long enough to wrap around the curtain rod. Known affectionately as the Swiss Cheese Plant, this stunning specimen is celebrated
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I collected a New Mexico century plant seedling from a botanical garden in Santa Fe. The leaves are narrow and dark green with sharp black spines, and after three years it is starting to form the dense rosette that makes this species so striking. This agave species is known for its striking silver-green foliage and
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Butterfly Agave: The Stunning Succulent That’ll Transform Your Garden I bought a butterfly agave for its symmetrical rosette of broad, pale green leaves with white markings. The name comes from the leaf shape, and it stays small enough to keep in a pot for years without outgrowing its space. What Exactly is a Butterfly Agave?
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