Fungicides are helpful in controlling and even preventing fungal infections in plants. Often, cacti and succulents are prone to fungi when grown in damp or poorly lit conditions. Getting leaves wet when watering and poor air circulation also increase the chances of an infection. Many fungicides made from chemical compounds can cause serious damage to…
Have you ever felt hot and sticky when you visit a coastal area? This is because there is too much water vapor in the air, and there isn’t room for cooling off. When it’s humid, sweat can’t evaporate into the air as needed, so a lot of heat is retained in the body, making you…
Cacti have low watering and fertilizer needs making them easy to care for as houseplants. However, they require a boost for healthy growth and better flowering. The easiest way is to use homemade fertilizers, which are safe to use on plants and around children and pets. When using commercial cactus fertilizers, there is always the…
The desert rose (Adenium obesum) is a striking flower that stands out in many gardens, both indoors and outdoors. It’s prized for its trumpet-shaped pink or red flowers, thin, vibrant leaves, and thick trunk that befits a bonsai plant. Native to Africa, Madagascar and the Middle East, desert rose plants thrive in warm climates (USDA…
Pink flowers are visually striking and can make your collection stand out. Besides, it’s a color frequently associated with love, admiration, and compassion. There are hundreds of plants with pink flowers but I always prefer cacti because they are easy to care for. As drought-tolerant plants, their watering needs are low. Cacti also have unique…
Kalanchoes are popular houseplants with low maintenance needs. The Florist Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana), also known as flaming Katy or Madagascar widow’s thrill, is the most grown. It blooms with brightly colored flowers in red, orange, yellow, and white. There are also many types of Kalanchoe grown for their attractive leaves. These include the attractive and…
Thanksgiving cactus is a beautiful plant that can brighten up any indoor space. True to its name, it blooms in late November typically around the Thanksgiving holiday in the U.S. The vibrant tubular flowers can be pink, red, orange, white, purple, and even yellow. The pendulous nature of this plant makes it perfect for hanging…
Hundreds of plants are out there, but only a few make a perfect pick for your bedroom decor. Before you get overwhelmed with choosing one, let’s introduce the snake plant and its benefits as a houseplant. Also known as mother-in-law’s tongue, the snake plant is a long-lived succulent with sword-like leaves colored in green, yellow,…
String of turtles (Peperomia prostrata) is one of the plants I’m completely obsessed with. This cutie has a very attractive leaf shape that makes it look like the shell of tiny turtles strung together. It’s an excellent choice for spaces like desktops and hanging baskets. But how do you go about planting and maintaining this…
What fascinates me about cacti is sometimes their strange-looking shapes. The unique design contributes to maximizing water storage and minimizing water loss through evaporation. Features like ribs, globules, and creases reduce surface area for water loss. As you know cacti are desert plants with adaptive features that make them survive dry conditions. Their fleshy stems…