The Yucca is a sturdy houseplant that originated in warm areas of Central and South America. In order to survive there, it stores water in its stem. The Yucca is available as a small plant, but also as a complete tree. The care is the same in both cases. The right approach can be found …
There are many varieties of Tradescantia. Most of them have something special like purple leaves or multiple colors on one leaf. This group of plants is known by several nicknames. A well-known nickname is Father Plant. Others know Tradescantia by the nickname “Inch Plant”. The reason? With proper care, these plants grow quite quickly, sometimes …
Syngonium plants are popular because of the fun shape of the leaves. When these plants are young they have arrow shaped leaves. As if that wasn’t enough, the leaves also feature fun patterns and colors. Most species have variegated leaves, but there are also specimens with pink, purple or yellow available.In general, Syngoniums are known …
For many, the Strelitzia is one of the most desirable houseplants. After a single glance at this plant, it becomes clear why: its beautiful leaves are large and impressive. With the Strelitzia you have a very large, yet graceful plant in your home. In addition, a big advantage is that it can stand in full …
The Philodendron has been a frequent guest in our living rooms and bedrooms for generations. And not without reason! The plant genus Philodendron includes hundreds of beautiful species of foliage plants. Many of them are suitable as houseplants. Their leaves are usually large, green and shiny, adding a little tropical jungle to your home. By …
The Polyscias is a collection of large houseplants, native to Africa and Asia. The plant gets its name from a compound of the two Greek words “Poly” (many) and “Scias” (shade). In its original habitat, therefore, the Polyscias provides much needed shade. Incidentally, these plants are also called Aralia.As houseplants, they are popular because they …
The Lipstick plant is a very strong hanging plant for indoors. It has dark green leaves, some variants with a pattern on the leaf, which grow gracefully along the tendrils. It is an easy houseplant for good reason. On this page you can read all about its care. But why the nickname “Lipstick plant” or …
The Calathea is a very popular houseplant. There are many different varieties available, all equally beautiful. The leaves are oval or oblong, purple or green, but all with a beautiful pattern. Every Calathea species shares the same special feature: the plant moves! In the evening a Calathea will close its leaves. In the morning they …
Compost bins and piles are both excellent ways to recycle the food scraps and yard trash you produce at home. A layer of green materials, like vegetables, is added to the bottom of a compost pile before a layer of brown materials, like leaves, is added on top. Organic waste can be placed in compost …
Nothing is more depressing than watching coffee plant leaves get dry and brown. Environmental factors such as fluctuations in light, temperature, and humidity lead coffee plant leaves to turn brown. The condition of the leaves of the coffee plant can also be impacted by the soil’s quality, including its drainage capabilities and pH levels. By …