My fiddle leaf fig is about to hit the ceiling. What would you do?
My fiddle leaf fig has grown much taller than expected and is nearly touching the ceiling. I’m considering pruning it, but I’d like to know what to expect…
houseplants
Can I save my struggling maidenhair fern?
My maidenhair fern has started looking rough even though I’m keeping the soil moist and giving it indirect light. It was previously kept in a more humid spot.…
Do these preschool plants look like they’re doing okay?
There are a few plants in a preschool room, including a tangled leafy one, a spider plant, and what looks like a peace lily. I don’t know much…
Should I give my pothos a bigger support or let it trail?
One of my pothos has grown long enough that it’s starting to bend over. Should I add a sturdier support, or let it hang? I also have a…
Yellow mushrooms popped up in my money tree pot. Should I do anything?
Bright yellow mushrooms have appeared at the base of my money tree, though the plant looks healthy. Are they harmful, and should I remove them or repot?
What should I read up on before getting my first houseplants?
I’m new to houseplants and would like to start with a few easy ones. What are some useful beginner resources, and what basics should I know about light…
Did I mess up by repotting my new bird of paradise right away?
I recently brought home a small bird of paradise and repotted it in a terracotta pot with fresh indoor potting mix. It gets several hours of bright, filtered…
Are these little growths roots or new plants?
I’m seeing small rooted growths on leaves or stems, and round bulb-like structures above the soil on houseplants. Are these for support, or can they grow into new…
Would you prune a 5-foot rubber tree with several trunks?
My rubber tree is about 5 feet tall, with several trunks and some lower branches. I recently pruned the roots, and the trunks are fused together, so separating…
Are these grow lights close enough for my plants?
I’ve added grow lights to a shelf for a mix of houseplants and some cacti and caudiciforms. A few are putting out leaves, but I’m not sure whether…
Why Are Alocasias and Philodendrons So Popular?
I've noticed that many influencers and plant enthusiasts seem to collect tons of alocasias and philodendrons—like, why is that? No shade, since I have a few of each…
Why is my Dracaena's soil still wet after months?
I've got a Dracaena that I haven't watered since May, and surprisingly, the soil is still wet! It's in a planter with plenty of drainage holes but no…
Did I Just Over Fertilize My Plants?
I accidentally used way too much fertilizer on my plants! I normally use Fox Farm Grow Big, but instead of the 3 teaspoons I usually put in a…
Frustrated with Slugs and Grubby Pests – Need Help!
Hey everyone! I'm reaching out because my indoor plants, especially my potted succulents, have been overrun by slugs, particularly tiger slugs, for about a year now. It's super…
Is It Mold or Mycelium on My Tradescantia?
I have this gorgeous bubblegum tradescantia plant that I've been nurturing for a while now, and I'm starting to worry. I noticed something on it and can't tell…
Should I be worried about thrips transferring to my clothes?
I think my pothos plants have a thrip infestation, and I'm working on treating them. When I'm spraying my plants and washing away the thrips, I'm concerned about…
When Should I Use My Plant Lights?
Hey everyone! I've recently gotten some advice that my plants need more light, so I'm getting some plant lights. I'm curious about how to best use them—should I…
Fungus Gnats Driving Me Crazy - What Am I Missing?
I've been dealing with a fungus gnat invasion since July, affecting about 15-20 of my plants, and I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed. I've tried various methods like using Mosquito…
Should I Water My Plants' Leaves Too?
Hey everyone! I have a quick question about watering my houseplants. When I'm watering them, does anyone also water the leaves? I usually shower my plants (except for…
How Much Water Should I Use for Bottom Watering My Plants?
I've been bottom watering my plants mainly because I prefer it, but I use a chunky mix in my pots that doesn't absorb the water as well as…