The longer we nurture our plants, the more we understand them. When you see their leaves curling inward, you know your plant craves your attention to correct something. The terrific news is that inward leaf curl is entirely reversible. So, relax, take a breath, and continue reading to explore the causes of this seemingly irrational …
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Plant Care Articles from Plantophiles. Everything you need to know about caring for your indoor plants. From the right soil to watering and fertilizer and everything in between. Learn about what temperature and humidity are best for your specific houseplant, how to repot and propagate it.
Are you looking for a care guide for Anthurium Andraeanum? The Flamingo flower is a plant I have had in my care for many years. While the care is not difficult, here are some great tips to make it bloom vigorously. Anthurium Andraeanum Plant The Anthurium andraeanum is a heart-shaped indoor plant known as Flamingo …
How much light do Anthurium need? Anthuriums, such as the Flamingo flower, grow in the understory of tropical rainforests. They are mostly epiphytes that live on other trees and objects. The Anthurium genus consists of more than 1000 species and belongs to the Araceae or Aroid family. As Anthuriums outside grow under trees and are protected …
How to root roses from a bouquet in water? You’ll read in this article my experience growing roses from cut flowers. Roses are some of the most romantic and beautiful flowers out there. According to Arizona University, some popular cultivars are Hybrid tea, Floribundas Polyanthas, and Grandifloras. It’s hard not to want to let those flowers …
This article will reveal great information about the best plant companions for blueberries. I am growing multiple blueberry bushes in my garden. The blueberry is a woody shrub. According to the Southern Appalachian Botanical Society, it belongs to the Vaccinium genus. it is a perennial highbush that grows for multiple years. I have tried different …
Learn how to deadhead daisies. Daises are a favorite flower among gardeners. They’re iconic, easy to grow, and beautiful. Daisy flowers have white petals that surround a yellow center. If you want more daisy blooms this year, you’ll need to know how to prune the daisy plant. How to Deadhead Daisies To deadhead daisies, you’ll …
How to germinate lemon seeds. Lemon trees such as the Meyer lemon tree are easy to grow. They are attractive citrus trees and produce lemon fruits after a few years of planting. How to Germinate Lemon Seeds To germinate lemon seeds, you’ll start by gathering your materials. Then pick your seeds. Soak them in …
How to grow pineapples from seeds. Pineapple or Ananas comosus, according to Kew Botanical Gardens is a delicious tropical fruit with a spiky crown and scaly skin on the outside. It thrives in sunny, warm climates. You can grow pineapple plants in your home. It requires patience since pineapples can take 2-3 years to produce …
Anthuriums are humidity-loving plants. I keep all my Anthurium plants in a grow tent with high humidity. Learn about the ideal levels for these houseplants in this article. Anthurium humidity The ideal air humidity for Anthuriums is between 70-80%. They will grow at lower humidity levels but ensure the humidity is at least 50%. …
In this article, I will explain the vase life of Anthurium cultivars. Anthurium plants such as Anthurium andraeanum make great-cut flowers. These produce stunning-looking blooms consisting of a brightly colored spathe and spadix. The natural vase life of cut Anthuriums is 10-12 days. The hormone Ethylene is responsible for the opening, and wilting of flowers, …