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Apartment Gardens
Living in the city doesn't mean it has to be a concrete jungle. Here's a guide to making any windowsill or small space come alive with plants, herbs, and even flowers!
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Great Books for Houseplant Lovers
No houseplant lover's bookshelf should be without a few reference books for identification, troubleshooting, display hints and more. Here are some of the best!
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How to Care for Asparagus Fern
Asparagus ferns are prized for their delicate, leafy fronds. Learn how to care for this lovely plant and keep it looking its best!
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How to Care for Poinsettias
Poinsettias are the number one houseplant bought and sold each holiday season. Here's a look at their history and care.
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How to Use Houseplants in Holiday Decorating
The holidays are just about here and it's time to decorate! Don't leave houseplants out of the fun-there are several ways to add beauty to any holiday decor with them!
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How to Overwinter Begonias
Begonias come in a stunning array of varieties and colors and make outstanding houseplants. Here's how to keep them lovely year round!
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All About Dracaena
Dracaenas are prized for their beautiful foliage and easy care nature. Here's a look at the many varieties of this popular houseplant.
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How to Spot and Treat Fungal Diseases
Despite a houseplant lover's best efforts, diseases can still strike. Fungal diseases are among the most common. Here's a quick guide to help spot and treat them.
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How to Prepare Your Houseplants For Winter
Houseplants can provide color, cheer and comfort during the long cold winter months, but they'll need a little special care to do so. Here is a quick guide to help!
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All About the Waffle Plant
Waffle Plants are colorful, happy in most home environments and only a little bit fussy. Learn how to care for this beautiful plant!
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Reader Questions About Houseplants
Many of our readers ask questions about their houseplants. Here's the latest batch!
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Peter Tork Goes Back To School
On May 29th, Peter Tork's former high school welcomed him back as they celebrated their anniversary. Tork meanwhile, had a special celebration of his own.
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Growing Sprouts
Sprouts are tasty, nutritious, and easy to grow indoors. However, certain safety measures must be followed to avoid contamination. Check out our growing tips and advice!
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Houseplants You Can Eat
Everyone has heard of bean sprouts, but what about micro Greens? These tiny yet tasty plants are the seedlings of common herbs and vegetables and easy to grow indoors.
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How to Choose Annuals to Grow Indoors
Love the color and freshness of annuals but don't have any space outdoors? Don't worry-many of them do just fine indoors! Here are the best ones and how to grow them.
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Peter Tork's Hope On Project
Diagnosed with a rare head and neck cancer called Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Peter talks to me about his new Hope On Project to raise money for ACC research.
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An Interview With Peter Tork
Diagnosed with a rare head and neck cancer called Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Peter talks to me about his illness and recovery.
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Gadgets for Your Houseplants
There are several new gadgets on the market designed to make watering houseplants easier, but do they really? Here's a look at them!
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Reader Questions Answered
Readers frequently send questions about their plants. Here's the latest batch!
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Great Books For Indoor Gardeners
For growing tips, troubleshooting advice, identifying a plant, or fun projects, these books have something for every houseplant lover!
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How to Give Your Houseplants the Right Light
All plants need light to survive, but different plants need different levels of light. Here's a quick guide to determining the light levels in your home.
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How to Enjoy Houseplants in Any Household
Houseplants can be a great addition to any household! They enhance decor and clean the air, but for safety's sake a few rules should be followed.
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How to Get Your Houseplants Ready for Spring
With Spring here and Summer just around the corner it's time to get your houseplants ready for a new growing season. Here's a quick guide to show you how!
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Former Monkee Peter Tork Battles Cancer
60's TV star and Pop Icon Peter Tork has rare form of head and neck cancer, but remains optimistic and says his prognosis is good.
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How to Plant a Victory Garden in Small Spaces
Victory gardens, popularized during World War II, are popular once again due to the sinking economy and rising food prices. Only have limited space for yours? No problem!
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How to Treat Plant Disease and Damage
Like people, houseplants can get sick or injured. Sometimes it's a fungus, a cold draft, or a curious pet. Here's how to nurse them back to health!
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How to Decorate with Hanging Plants
Most of us have a hanging planter or two outside to add beauty to our porches and patios. Hanging plants can also enhance interior décor as well!
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Quips and Quotes for The Indoor Gardener
This is a collection of quips and quotes for houseplant lovers. Post them near your desk or garden workspace for instant inspiration and entertainment.
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How To Beat The Winter Doldrums With Houseplants
Houseplants are a simple and fun way to brighten your home during the long dreary days of winter. They help beat the winter blues and provide some health benefits too.
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Last Minute Gift Ideas For Houseplant Lovers
It's crunch time-still have presents to buy? Here are some simple and inexpensive gift ideas for the plant lovers on your list.
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How To Decorate With Houseplants
Houseplants aren't only good for cleaning the air-they can also add a fresh and stylish touch to any home decor. Here's how!
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Houseplants for Holiday Decor
The holidays are on the way, and that means the arrival of some very special houseplants. To keep them looking their best now and beyond the holidays, read these tips!
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How To Create a Terrarium
Terrariums have been popular since Victorian times. Here's a quick guide to setting up and enjoying these lovely mini gardens.
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How to Rescue an Overwatered Plant
Overwatering is the most common cause of plant death. Luckily not only is it preventable, in many cases an overwatered plant can be saved. Keep reading to find out how.
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Flowering Houseplants
Not all houseplants are simply green! Here are some easy care flowering houseplants guaranteed to add a little color to your collection.
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Getting Housplants Ready For Winter
Summer is just a memory now and Winter is on its way. Here are some tips and tricks to help your plants make the transition and enjoy their winter nap!
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Strange and Spooky Houseplants
As Halloween approaches let's take a look at some truly weird and unusual houseplants including ones that eat bugs and ones that produce stinky flowers!
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Nourishing Your Houseplants
Houseplants, like people, need the right nutrition in order to grow and thrive. Here's a guide to fertilizers and the proper feeding of plants.
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Enhancing Your Houseplant Collection
A variety of household items, from spray paint to scratched CDs, can enhance your houseplant collection and even make your plants healthier!
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Frugal Ways To Increase A Houseplant Collection
In today's economy, things are tough for houseplant lovers. Here's some tips on how to add to your collection without spending a lot of money!
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Houseplant Safety
Some houseplants are toxic and even deadly. In homes with pets and/or children this is of special concern. Here's a guide to which ones are dangerous and which are safe.
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Houseplants and Clean Air
Indoor air pollution is an increasing problem these days, but some plants naturally remove harmful toxins and make the air we breathe cleaner!
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Herbs and the Urban Garden
Herbs make a great addition to the urban garden. Not only are they attractive, compact, and easy to grow, but they will also add pizzazz to your cooking!
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A Houseplant Propagation Guide
Propagating plants is easy and a lot of fun. Here's a look at a budget friendly way to increase a houseplant collection!
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Common Questions About African Violets
African Violets are generally easy to care for, but there are solutions to a few common problems.
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Your Houseplant Questions Answered
This week readers' questions about their houseplants are being answered. They cover a wide range of common problems and fortunately have simple solutions!
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Moving Houseplants Outdoors
This is the time of year when many people bring their houseplants outdoors. They appreciate the vacation, but here's what you need to know before they go!
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Understanding Plant Death
They may look gorgeous and healthy in the store, but once they are brought home, things may go downhill fast. Here are the most common causes of houseplant death.
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Common Houseplant Pests
Houseplants can fall prey to a variety of insects just like outdoor plants, but most are easy to get rid of. Here's a quick overview of the most common ones.
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Carnivorous Houseplants
A quick guide to some of the most interesting houseplants on earth!
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Buying Houseplants By Mail
These days a wide variety of houseplants is available online and through catalogs. Here is a guide to choosing the best places to shop from-and on knowing who to avoid!
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Grow a Garden On Your Windowsill
Being an urban gardener doesn't mean you can't have a lush garden. With an accommodating windowsill and the right containers, you can grow a wide variety of plants!
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Preparing Houseplants For Spring
Spring is coming and your houseplants have awakened from their winter's nap. Here are some answers to readers' questions about how to help your plants welcome spring.
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Ideal Plants For Low Light Areas
Here's a guide to growing houseplants in low light areas and tips on how you can add some light yourself!
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All About Ficus
The ficus is one of the most popular and perhaps most temperamental houseplants in the world. Here is a quick guide to this beautiful houseplant and tips to keep it happy
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Books About Houseplants
Whether you need growing tips, troubleshooting advice or just need to identify a plant , these books can help!
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All About Dieffenbachia
A guide to this popular and beautiful houseplant. which has decorated homes and offices for decades.
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The Maranta Family of Plants
The Maranta family consists of 4 closely related plants. While often challenging to grow they are prized for their colorful foliage. Read on for more!
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Oxalis,The St. Patrick's Day Plant
These plants are famously known as shamrocks or four leaf clovers but they are so much more, Read on for more info on this outstanding houseplant!
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The History of Houseplants
Ever wonder how the practice of growing plants indoors came to be? It's been around longer than you think! Read on to find out more.
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All About Pileas
Pileas come in several popular varieties and are easy to grow. Here is a guide to these interesting houseplants!
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All About Peperomia
Peperomias are some of the world's most popular houseplants. Their compact nature and colorful foliage make them idea for many areas. Here a quick guide to their care.
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All About Potting Soil
The right soil is crucial to your plants. Without it they won't thrive and may even die. Here is a look at potting soil and a guide to choosing the right one.
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Repotting Your Houseplants
Houseplants need room to grow, just like we do. Here is a guide to help you decide if a plant needs to be repotted and how to do it.
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Growing Houseplants From Seed
The only thing better than buying new plants is growing them yourself. Here's a quick guide to growing houseplants from seed
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All About Palms
Palms are a great way to bring a slice of the tropics into your home. They are also easy to care for and
a great addition to any decor!
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Fun Houseplants for Kids
The holidays are over and the winter doldrums are setting in. To help, here's a list of 5 fun plants for your kids to grow and care for!
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Quotes for Houseplant Lovers
This is a collection of quips and quotes for houseplant lovers. Post them near your desk or garden workspace for instant inspiration and entertainment.
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Houseplants and the Winter Blues
Houseplants are a simple and fun way to brighten your home during the long dreary days of winter. They can help beat the winter blues and provide some health benefits too
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Gift Ideas For Plant Lovers
Got a houseplant lover on your list, or just want to drop a few hints? Here's a list of great gift ideas!
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All About Ivy
Ivy is an easy to grow, popular, and enduring houseplant. Here is an overview of the Hedera, or "True Ivy" family.
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Holiday Houseplants
The holiday are here and that means it's time for some very special houseplants. Learn more about everyone's favorite holiday plants for indoor decor!
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All About Spider Plants
Spider plants are one of the most popular houseplants in the world. Here's a quick guide to this beloved and interesting houseplant!
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Questions About Houseplants
This is the second installment of questions from my readers.
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Decorating With Houseplants
Houseplants aren't only good for cleaning the air-they can also add a fresh and stylish touch to your home decor.
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Choosing the Right Container
There are many different containers available, but which kind is best for your plants? Read on to find out!
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Fragrant Houseplants
Houseplants don't just add beauty and clean air to our homes, they can also add a fresh scent! Here's a look at some popular and easy care scented houseplants.
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Unusual Houseplants
Ask someone to name a houseplant, and they'll probably mention the old standbys such as Pothos, Swedish Ivy, and Philodendron. Here are a few of the lesser known ones!
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Tips and Tricks for Happy Plants
Here are 10 easy tips and tricks for happy, healthy houseplants. From blooming tricks to ways to repel pests, these tips and tricks will help your plants look their best.
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Watering When You're Away
Having to go away for days or weeks can be worrisome for houseplant lovers, but this guide will provide some simple tips on how to keep your plants heathy and happy!
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Easy Care Flowering Houseplants
Not all houseplants are simply green! Here are some easy care flowering houseplants guaranteed to add a little color to your collection.
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Over Watering
Water is great for your plants but too much can kill them. This article will show you how to prevent over watering and how to save plants that have been over watered.
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Growing Miniature Roses Indoors
A guide to growing these popular plants indoors
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African Violet Q&A
Answers to readers questions about the care and feeding of African Violets
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Black Thumb? No Problem!
Aloe, Geraniums and Cast Iron Plants-grow these plants and more, even if you think you have a black thumb!
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Houseplant Q&A
Answers to houseplant questions submitted by my readers.
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Guide to Pothos
Pothos is one of the most well known houseplants in the world. They are beautiful, hardy, and easy to care for too. Read on for more about these familar favorites.
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Guide to Philodendrons
A brief guide to one of the world's most popular tropical houseplants.
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Bringing Your Houseplants Outdoors
This is the time of year when many people bring their houseplants outdoors. They appreciate the vacation, but here's what you need to know before they go!
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Hanging Houseplants
Most of us have a hanging planter or two outside to add beauty to our porches and patios. Here are some plants, like Pothos and Ivy, hat do the same, only indoors!
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Propagating Houseplants
Many houseplants can be propagated easily at home with no special tools. Increasing your collection from plants you already have is easy, fun, and addicting!
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Herbs as Houseplants
Herbs make great houseplants. All you need is a sunny windowsill and a few pots and you can have a thriving and edible indoor garden!
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Toxic Houseplants
All houseplants are beautiful, but some are toxic and even deadly. If you have pets this is of special concern. Learn what plants are dangerous and which are safe.
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Feeding Your Houseplant
Plants, like people, need food to grow and thrive, but it's important to give them just the right food and just the right amount.
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Houseplant Lighting Guide
All plants need light to survive, but different plants need different levels of light. Here's a quick guide to determining the light levels in your home.
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Grow Plants from Kitchen Scraps
Things most of us throw away, such as avocado pits, seeds from citrus fruits, and carrot tops can all be turned into fun and beautiful houseplants. Here's how!
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CSI: Houseplants
Houseplants die for a variety of reasons, most of them preventable. The most common cause is the growing conditons they were in. Here's a list of common plant killers.
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First Aid For Houseplants
Like people, houseplants can contract diseases. Some are caused by bacteria, others by viruses or fungi. Here's how to nurse them back to health!
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Buying Houseplants Online
It used to be that if you wanted to buy a houseplant, you had to go the store. Now all you have to do is surf the web!
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Guide To Buying Houseplants
You can buy houseplants almost anywhere. Here's a guide to getting the best plants for your money. Learn what to look for and what to avoid.
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