When I first started growing houseplants, I had what you might call a “black thumb.” I was terrible with them – or at least that’s what I thought. The truth is I was just inexperienced, and I started with plants that were too difficult for a beginner (except for my beloved pothos). After two decades … Read more
I recently received an email from a reader inquiring about the best indoor palms for low light. This reader particularly asked about Lady Palm vs. Cat Palm – both of which perform well in lower light. But I recommended Lady Palm, as I’ve found it’s the most tolerant of dimmer areas. However, there are several … Read more
TEMPERATURE: 65 – 75 degrees F (18 – 24 degrees C) LIGHT: Low to Medium, Indirect HUMIDITY: Moderate SAFETY: Nontoxic to cats and dogs DIFFICULTY: Easy Lady Palm (Rhaphis excelsa) can reach up to 10 feet (3 meters) in height outdoors. When grown as a houseplant, this palm can be kept as small as 14-inches … Read more
We bought our first house with no idea that we should pay attention to the windows and sunlight for growing houseplants. We ended up in a home with many low light areas. Over the years we’ve found several trees that survive and even thrive in indirect or filtered light. Here’s a list of the best … Read more