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
In this post, I’ll share my secrets on how to make pothos fuller, healthier, and bushier! And the best part is it’s a lot easier than you think. Do you have a scraggly, leggy pothos plant? I had the same problem with my pothos. It was growing a couple long vines, but it wasn’t become … Read more
If you’re new to growing this plant and its is producing small leaves, you’re probably wondering, “Do pothos leaves get bigger after unfurling?” I asked the same question the first time I saw new growth on my first Pothos plant. Will I be stuck with these tiny leaves forever? The good news is no, you … Read more
TEMPERATURE: 60 – 80 degrees F (16 – 27 degrees C) LIGHT: Moderate to bright, indirect HUMIDITY: Low SAFETY: Toxic to people, dogs and cats DIFFICULTY: Easy Pothos (Epipremnum aureum), also known as Devil’s Ivy or Golden Pothos, is one of the best houseplants for beginners. It was one of the first plants I ever owned … Read more
I’ve suffered from seasonal allergies ever since we moved to the midwest seven years ago. There’s something in the air – especially in spring and fall – that my body just doesn’t like. After years of growing houseplants, I’ve found the best ones to help purify the air and prevent side effects related to allergies. … Read more