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This $119 houseplant is bioengineered to remove harmful air pollution in your home.
Neoplants has bioengineered a houseplant that uses bacteria to remove indoor air pollution from you…
Ellyn Lapointe
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Your houseplants were 'forged in the war of nature' to be pretty and poisonous, says an evolutionary biologist
In "Most Delicious Poison," evolutionary biologist Noah Whiteman talks about everyday toxins, inclu…
Jenny McGrath
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How to identify and treat an aphid infestation on your houseplants, plus tips for bringing a plant back to health
To get rid of aphids, treat houseplants with neem oil, diatomaceous earth, or an insecticide. Avoid…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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Growing microgreens is an easy gardening project you can do on your windowsill — here's how to do it
Microgreens are young greens, ready to harvest in just a couple weeks. The easiest varieties to gro…
Rebecca Strong
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How to identify and treat pesky root rot in your houseplants
Root rot occurs when roots are dark and soil is mushy. The most common cause is overwatering. To tr…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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How to use neem oil to as a natural insecticide to protect your plants from pests
Neem oil can control unwanted pests. Combine it with warm water and dish soap and spray plants once…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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How to grow and care for a Christmas cactus houseplant
The Christmas cactus prefers a little humidity — unlike other cacti and succulents —as well as brig…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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16 good-looking plants that thrive in open or closed terrariums
Plants that prefer dry climates do best in closed terrariums, while plants that prefer humidity wil…
Rebecca Strong
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How to identify and get rid of spider mites on houseplants for good
Spider mites are small pests that cause brown specks on plants. To get rid of them, isolate the inf…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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3 ways to propagate a monstera to promote growth
You can propagate monsteras in three main ways: cuttings, air layering, and separation. Here's how …
L. Daniela Alvarez
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How to cure your houseplants of scale, a plant-killing, sap-sucking pest
Scale is often mistaken for a disease, but it's actually an insect that latches onto a plant and fo…
Christine Clark
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How to grow and care for a majesty palm
Majesty palms are tropical plants that grow slowly and symmetrically. Over time, they can reach hei…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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How to hang plants from the ceiling for a clutter-free, airy look
The most effective way to hang plants from the ceiling is to use a drill and a swag hook. Always co…
Kelly Burch
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How to grow and care for a monstera deliciosa plant
Monstera deliciosas, or Swiss cheese plants, grow into lush houseplants when they're watered every …
L. Daniela Alvarez
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How to grow and care for air plants
Air plants are tropical and need to be watered frequently. Submerge them in lukewarm water for at l…
Rebecca Strong
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How to grow and care for African violets
African violets require more care, but can last for decades. Avoid drafts, be sure the soil is ligh…
Barbara Bellesi Zito
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How to propagate pothos plants to create new ones
Pothos cuttings can be propagated in water or soil. It takes two to four weeks for new roots to gro…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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10 types of low-maintenance philodendron plants that will add a unique pop to your plant collection
There are more than 500 types of philodendrons, but these 10 varieties are both easy to care for an…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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What do the 3 numbers on fertilizer mean? How to interpret them to help your plants flourish
Fertilizers have three numbers that show the amount of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in the f…
L. Daniela Alvarez
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3 easy ways to propagate succulents to get more plants at no cost
Propagate succulents in the early spring using either leaves, cuttings, or offsets. Keep them in a …