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
Do you have a north-facing window in your home that you want to fill with plants? Well, this is the guide for you! I’m sharing my top picks for the best plants for north facing windows. Not every plant can survive in the lower, indirect light provided by northern windows. But there are many that … Read more
TEMPERATURE: 65 – 80 degrees F (18 – 27 degrees C) LIGHT: Medium to Bright, Indirect HUMIDITY: Moderate SAFETY: Toxic to dogs and cats DIFFICULTY: Easy Schefflera amate is currently my favorite houseplant. As you can see in the picture above, my umbrella tree thrives in an east-facing window. This plant is long-lived when cared … Read more