One of the more uncommon Sansevieria varieties, but no less beautiful, is the Sansevieria sayuri. It goes by the common names Sansevieria Metallica and Sansevieria Silver Siam. As with all varieties of Sansevieria plants, it is also called a Snake Plant. Native to tropical parts of Africa, Metallica Snake Plants are classified as being tropical …
Plant Care
Most commonly seen as a houseplant, Calandiva (a species of Kalanchoe) can also be grown outdoors. Known for its thick, glossy leaves and profuse blooms, it adds color and texture to the garden. Grown outside, Calandiva requires little by way of maintenance provided conditions are right for it. Calandiva Plant Care Calandiva plants don’t …
Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, or the Snake plant, as it’s more commonly referred to, is one of the best indoor houseplants to grow. It’s got tall, stiff leaves banded with yellow and it sometimes has a yellow border, too. They’re the ideal houseplant and one of the hardiest, too. In fact, snake plants are infamous for being …
If you’re a pothos lover, chances are you have a couple of pothos in your indoor houseplant collection. Pothos ivy (Epipremnum aureum) is a wide range of cascading plants that can grow quickly and are very easy to care for, even if you don’t have a green thumb. In fact, their ease of care and …
Poinsettias are tropical plants, more commonly as the Christmas Rose. But even though they’re around during the holidays, they’re actually tropical plants that like a lot of heat and water. But even though poinsettias like lots of water, too much of it can be bad for their health. This begs the question… What does an …
Dill is a favorite herb for many gardeners since it grows and spreads very easily. It is used widely in kitchen gardens to provide a garnish for summer salads or egg based dishes. The majority of users will however probably buy the dried form from a local supermarket in a glass jar. However, if you …
With their long, showy leaves, tall stems, and brilliantly colored blooms, it’s easy to see why amaryllis make such popular houseplants. The best part is that they’re also exceptionally easy to grow. Generally, amaryllis bulbs fare perfectly well when simply deposited into pots with good quality soil, placed in sunny spots, and given time to …
In this article, I will tell you all about the symptoms of an overwatered basil plant, the causes, and what you can do about it to fix the problem for good. Let’s dive right in. Overwatered basil Overwatered basil plants have leaves that are pale and wilted. The roots may also feel mushy and rotten …
The impressive plant that is the Senecio radicans is a widely popular houseplant. You will more commonly hear this plant go by the names Necklace Plant, String of Fishhooks, or String of Bananas. It is an evergreen, common trailing succulent. The Senecio radicans has stems and foliage of lime green to bright green coloring. When …
Red Yucca is a desert dwelling cactus native to Texas and Northern Mexico. It is favored by many people because it draws hummingbirds, and also because it requires very little care and water. Getting Red Yuccas to flower can be challenging even if the plant is well established and robust in size. What is …