Watering African Violets and Wicks
Watering and temperature methods have much to do with success in caring for African violets, although plants watered in different ways may bloom equally well. As a triumphant record, here
Houseplants
Houseplants Give A Window Adventure!
Our dining room windows face southeast; during the winter, they get all the light from the sun as it moves across. We thought it a good spot for a window
Best Fertilizers For Christmas Cactus
The Christmas cactus sits among a select few popular plants bloom in winter. These attractive and rather bizarre plants are one of three known as the “holiday cacti” because they
Yes, You Can Grow Orchids In A Window Everyday
Of course, you can grow orchids in a window! In the last few years, countless indoor gardeners have found to their delight that orchids will thrive and bloom in the home.
How To Cross and Start African Violets from Seed
Raising saintpaulia from seed is a fascinating pursuit, and, like thousands of other house-plant gardeners, you will get a great kick from it. But it is like matrimony: you should
Growing African Violets in the Home – A Personal Story
For nearly three years, I have been collecting and propagating African violets. Before that, I, too, had difficulty trying to raise them. As I look back, following the general trend
Growing Ctenanthe: How To Care For Ctenanthe Lubbersiana
Ctenanthe lubbersiana (te-NANTH-ee lub-er-see-AH-nuh) is an evergreen perennial native to Brazil. It’s a fast-growing tropical plant cultivated for its attractive leaves. While many people buy this plant as an ornamental
Growing Waffle Plant: How To Care For Hemigraphis Alternata
Hemigraphis alternata, also known as Strobilanthes alternata, is a tropical perennial known for its colorful oval leaves. The leaves are usually green with a red or purple tint, giving the
Growing Siderasis: How To Care For Siderasis Fuscata
Siderasis fuscata (sy-DEE-ra-sis FUS-kah-tuh) is an evergreen perennial plant usually grown for its leaves. It has thick succulent leaves with brown hair, making it appear like a bear’s ears. Therefore,
Growing Fittonia: How To Care For Fittonia Verschaffeltii
Fittonia verschaffeltii (fi-TOE-ni-a ver-shaf-FEL-tie) is a beautiful plant grown and cultivated for its unique leaves. They are commonly sold as houseplants in the United States, but in their native habitat