Plants

Herbs are easy plants to grow and they taste delicious. Starting a herb garden is a great way for beginner gardeners to get into growing their own produce.
Here’s my pick of the best herbs for beginners.

SAGE
Sage is a great herb for cooking with and easy to grow. The only thing it doesn’t like is wet ground, so plant it in a sunny spot with fertile, well-drained soil.
There are loads of sage varieties to choose from, including some with coloured leaves. Harvest the leaves regularly to encourage more to grow.
Sage is an evergreen, so the leaves can be picked at any time to add to your dishes, but for winter protection the plant can be covered with horticultural fleece.
• Sun – Full sun or partial shade • Position – South, North, West or East-facing • Exposure – Sheltered • Moisture – Moist but well-drained • Soil – Clay or loam

Words by: David Domoney
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PARSLEY
This biennial herb has so many uses in the kitchen! Give seeds a head-start by sowing them indoors on a sunny windowsill. Alternatively, sow directly in the ground when the soil warms up.
Parsley can be slow to germinate, so speed things up by soaking the seeds in water overnight before planting. Choose a spot with rich, slightly damp soil in full sun or partial shade.
To harvest, the single leaves or bunches low down on the stem can be cut and used fresh.
• Sun – Full sun or partial shade • Position – South, West or East facing • Exposure – Exposed • Moisture – Moist but well-drained • Soil – Loam

OREGANO
Oregano plants thrive in warm, sunny spots and like light soils. They have lovely pink flowers and make great ground cover at the front of borders.
Sow the seeds in spring when the soil has warmed up or start them off in pots indoors. When the plants reach 10cm tall, pinch out the vertical growing tips to encourage more leafy side shoots.
• Sun – Full sun or partial shade • Position – West, South, North or East facing • Exposure – Sheltered • Moisture – Well-drained • Soil – Sand, chalk, or loam

Words by: David Domoney
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MINT
You can grow mint from seed, but it is often different from the parent plant, so I’d advise buying young plants from the garden centre instead.
Bear in mind that mint spreads easily, so plant it in pots to contain the roots and stop it taking over. Keep it in full sun or partial shade and pinch out any flower buds to encourage more leaf growth.
• Sun – Full sun or partial shade • Position – South, East, North or West facing • Exposure – Exposed • Moisture – Moist but well-drained or poorly drained • Soil – Sand, clay, chalk, or loam

CORIANDER
Coriander is a versatile herb for the kitchen and grows well in the ground or containers. Seeds can take weeks to germinate and the plants are fairly short-lived, so sow a few seeds every couple of weeks for a continuous supply.
It can often ‘bolt’ when stressed, which means it produces flowers and seeds instead of tasty leaves. Keep it well watered and harvest regularly for best results.
• Sun – Full sun or partial shade • Position – West, South or East facing • Exposure – Exposed • Moisture – Well-drained or moist but well-drained • Soil – Sand, chalk, or loam

Words by: David Domoney
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BASIL
Basil is one the most popular herbs because it’s so tasty and can be added to a multitude of dishes and drinks. Sow seeds into potting compost on a sunny windowsill from March onwards.
Remove the growing tip when the plants are 15cm high for bushier growth. Plant out in the garden when the weather gets warmer.
• Sun – Full sun • Position – West or South facing • Exposure – Sheltered • Moisture – Well-drained • Soil – Sand or loam

CHIVES
Chives are a relative of the onion family and have slender, pointed leaves. They also produce lovely fuzzy globe flowers in a pink or purple colour.
Sow seed directly in the ground during March and April. Chives grow best in a sunny spot with rich moist soil, so keep the plants well-watered.
• Sun – Full sun or partial shade • Position – West, South or East facing • Exposure – Sheltered • Moisture – Well-drained or moist but well-drained • Soil – Sand, clay, chalk, or loam

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DILL
The foliage is topped with sprays of yellow flowers in summer, and the flavoured leaves are a popular addition to rice, soup, and salads.
They don’t like root-disturbance, so it’s ideal to sow them in the position where they will stay – either in the ground or in a container.
In spring and summer, the leaves can be cut off and used in dishes. When the seeds turn brown and ripen later in the summer, they can be collected in paper bags and stored – they can be used ground or whole and are often used as an ingredient in curry powder.
• Sun – Full sun • Position – West, South or East facing • Exposure – Sheltered • Moisture – Well-drained • Soil – Sand, chalk, or loam

FENNEL
A long-lived plant that in early summer is covered in sprays of vibrant yellow flowers. The scent and the taste are similar to aniseed and it can be used in salads and cooking, popularly with fish dishes.
As well as being enjoyed by us in the kitchen, it’s a popular plant for pollinators.
In spring and autumn, leaves can be harvested as required.
• Sun – Full sun or partial shade • Position – West or South facing • Exposure – Sheltered • Moisture – Moist but well-drained • Soil – Sand, chalk, clay, or loam

Words by: David Domoney
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ROSEMARY
Beautifully fragrant and perfect in a Mediterranean style garden, rosemary’s evergreen leaves can be picked all year round to use to flavour soup and meat as well as being used in drinks such as tea.
To keep the plant looking full and compact, when the flowers begin to fade, cut back the stems or the plants will become leggy.
• Sun – Full sun • Position –South, West, North or East • Exposure – Sheltered • Moisture – Moist but well-drained • Soil – Sand, chalk, or loam

Soon you will have a herb garden that’s full of aromatic and tasty delights that can be used in the kitchen for the whole family to enjoy.

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<h2>Overwatering Vs Underwatering </h2>
Overwatering is one of the most common houseplant problems but it can be difficult to tell the difference between an overwatered and underwatered plant. Knowing whether you are overwatering vs underwatering is essential if you want to keep your houseplants thriving. This article is going to explain how to easily tell the difference between the two and show you how to fix both.
Underwatering plants causes dry leaves, brown tips, leaf drop, wilting, and leaf curling. The soil will feel dry, but the plant will improve after watering. Overwatering causes yellowing leaves, brown tips, wilting despite wet soil, and also symptoms of underwatering if root rot has started.
This article will help you work out if your plant has been overwatered or underwatered, as well as explaining how to prevent both. I’ll explain why both are bad for houseplants, how to fix a plant that is struggling and share my favorite houseplants that can tolerate being over or underwatered.

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What Is Wrong With My Plant? – Overwatering Vs Underwatering
If your plant isn’t happy, but you’re not sure whether it has been overwatered or underwatered, the most important thing to do first is feel the soil. An underwatered plant will always have dry soil. Underwatering is caused by complete water deficiency.
If your plant only has symptoms of underwatering, as outlined above, and the soil feels dry, you should water your plant and watch how it responds over the next 12-24 hours. An underwatered plant will respond quickly by recovering from wilting and looking much healthier.
If the plant has symptoms of both overwatering and underwatering, it is more likely to be overwatered. The damage from overwatering is caused by prolonged wet conditions, but the damage will still be present long after the soil dries out.
Rather than attempting to water your plant to see how it responds, you should carefully examine the conditions your plant has been growing in to see if you can work out for sure what the problem is.
The next section will walk you through exactly what to do, and I’m confident you will be able to correctly diagnose your plant and take the correct actions to try to fix it.

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How Do You Tell If You Are Overwatering A Plant?
Unhealthy roots are unable to provide nutrients to the leaves, causing them to start to turn yellow. The initial abundance of water can cause blistering and edema of the leaves, but this soon gives way to water deficiency as the roots start to struggle and fail to deliver water and nutrients to the plant. Leaf tips, particularly of young leaves are most susceptible to drought and turn brown first.
Other leaves become dehydrated, papery and thin. As the leaves are responsible for a considerable amount of water loss under normal conditions, many plants start to curl their leaves, or shed them in an attempt to conserve water.

How To Prevent Overwatering
There are a number of simple but important ways to avoid overwatering your plants;
•	Ensure good lighting – Plants grow much quicker and use available water in the soil faster when in good lighting. Even “low light” plants do better in bright conditions.
•	Use well-draining soil – Add inorganic material to your potting soil, such as perlite, leca, gravel, or pumice to aid drainage and aeration. Water should soak into the soil immediately when watering.
•	Avoid cool temperatures – Evaporation and plant growth are increased in warmer temperatures, increasing water use.
•	Use pots that are just big enough – Large pots with more soil will take longer to dry out after watering. Putting your plants in a snug pot makes sure they will use all the available water in the soil reasonably quickly.
•	Choose pots with plenty of drainage holes – Make sure the drainage holes are right at the bottom of the pot. Make more drainage holes if needed.
•	Always check before watering – Check soil dampness, pot weight, and for signs of water stress before watering. <a href="https://smartgardenguide.com/ways-to-tell-when-a-houseplant-needs-water/">Follow these tips</a> to make sure you only water your plants when needed.
•	Consider using porous pots – Terracotta pots are porous and will lose water through their walls, reducing the time it takes soil to dry. <a href="https://smartgardenguide.com/what-pots-to-use-for-indoor-plants/">Read more about pot choices for houseplants here.</a>

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How To Fix Overwatering
The most important thing is to identify the early signs and make some changes to the conditions your plant is growing in, as outlined above.
If your plant is struggling with symptoms of overwatering, or you think your plant has root rot, you’ll need to take more significant steps to fix your plant. Just follow these steps to get your plant back on track;
•	Gently slide your plant from the pot.
•	Inspect the roots carefully. Rotten roots will be black/brown, fragile, mushy, and may smell bad. Healthy roots should be brown or light in color, and firm to the touch.
•	Prune off all rotten roots with sterile pruning shears. Take care to sterilize the shears afterwards to prevent transferring nasty bugs to any of your other plants.
•	If you have detected root rot, remove all of the soil from the plant. RTemove most gently with your fingers and then rinse off the remainder.
•	Consider spraying the roots with dilute hydrogen peroxide spray. This is harmless to the plant, but helps kill any pathogens.
•	Repot your plant in a clean pot and fresh, well-draining soil.
•	Read up on the care conditions your plant likes best and try to adhere to these. Moderate lighting is better than too much or too little until your plant recovers.
•	If you’d like a bit more detail on this process, <a href="https://smartgardenguide.com/how-to-fix-an-overwatered-plant/">follow this step by step guide to fix your plant.</a>

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How Do You Tell If You Are Underwatering A Plant?
Whilst it’s easy to mistakenly think an overwatered plant is suffering from underwatering, it is much easy to identify an underwatered plant. Look for dry, papery leaves, brown leaf tips, leaf curling, wilting, and slow growth.
Although there is some overlap between the symptoms of overwatereing vs underwatering, there is an easy way to be sure what the problem is. An underwatered plant should only have symptoms suggesting water deficiency. An overwatered plant will often have symptoms of both, and this is what can make it a little confusing.

Underwatering is more likely to happen if you have less time to look after your houseplants, or if you are away from home for prolonged periods and unable to water your houseplants.
How To Prevent Underwatering
Once again, there are a few really easy measures you can take to reduce the risk of underwatering your plants.
•	Make sure your plant is not rootbound – Most plants fill their pots with roots after a few years, meaning available water is used very quickly. Gently slide your plant out of its pot, and if rootbound, consider repotting in a slightly larger container. <a href="https://smartgardenguide.com/how-to-repot-a-plant-that-is-root-bound/">See a step-by-step guide here</a>.
•	Avoid excess heat or warm drafts – Hot conditions or warm drafts can greatly increase evaporation from the soil and transpiration from your plant. This may result in the soil drying after only a day or two. Try to check the soil every few days to monitor when your plant may need to be watered again.
•	Incorrect watering – Make sure to thoroughly soak the soil when you water your plants and let the excess drain. Sometimes water can run right through dry soil without being absorbed. The top of the soil may feel wet, but have the roots had a good drink?
•	Arid conditions – Low humidity greatly increases evaporation and water loss. <a href="https://smartgardenguide.com/ways-to-increase-humidity-for-indoor-plants/">Consider increasing humidity using one of these methods</a> to reduce water loss.
•	The wrong choice of soil – Soil with little organic material may drain too well and dry out quickly. Different types of plants will have different preferences for how well-draining or moisture-retentive they like their soil to be.
•	Forgetting to water your plants – Sometimes it’s hard to remember to water your houseplants. I think we all find a wilted plant from time to time that we have forgotten about. Try to develop a routine of giving your plants a quick check every few days and water those that need it.
•	Self-watering pots, watering globes, or ask someone else to water your plants – There are <a href="https://smartgardenguide.com/water-indoor-plants-on-vacation/">many options to help you water your plants</a> if you are on vacation or away from home for a while. Make use of all options to keep your plants thriving.
•	Seasonal changes – Plant water use changed dramatically from winter to summer. A plant that needs to be watered every two weeks in winter may need watering every two days in summer. This is most likely to catch you out as winter transitions to spring, and your plants start to grow strongly.

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Do Yellow Leaves Mean Overwatering Or Underwatering?
Yellow leaves mean chlorosis, which is the breakdown of chlorophyll within the leaves. Overwatering classically causes yellow leaves, usually starting with the lower leaves on most plants. Underwatering can also cause some yellowing of plant leaves, so it is best to look for a combination of symptoms and growing conditions to help you decide between overwatering vs underwatering.
Bear in mind that there are many <a href="https://smartgardenguide.com/yellow-leaves-on-houseplants/">other causes of yellow leaves on houseplants</a>. The good news is that if you examine your plant closely, taking into consideration the growing conditions as well as the appearance of the plant, you can usually work out what is happening and fix the problem.

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<h1>10 Things Nobody Tells You About Fiddle-Leaf Fig Trees</h1>

<h2>1. You cannot grow a new fiddle-leaf fig tree from a leaf.</h2>
To successfully propagate a fiddle-leaf fig tree, you will need to start with a tip cutting—a stem that is preferably 6 inches or more long—attached to a leaf. (Without a stem, any roots that leaves may sprout are for decorative purposes only—a rooted leaf will not grow into a new tree.)
<a href="https://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:fEmPqQFVXh0J:https://store.extension.iastate.edu/Product/pm268-pdf+&cd=16&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us">Air layering</a> is another technique for propagating fiddle-leaf fig trees or other woody tropical plants. With this method, you will need to make a slanted cut on a stem to encourage new root development.

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<h2>2. You can buy a fiddle-leaf fig tree for $12.99 from Ikea.</h2>
How far we’ve come in a few years, from the days it cost $150 or more to buy a fiddle-leaf fig tree at a plant shop (if you could even find one).
From a baby <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10413302/">Ficus Lyrata Bambino</a> (12 inches tall) to a <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90399175/">Ficus Lyrata</a> (26 inches tall), you can buy a live fiddle-leaf fig tree online for from $12.99 to $19,99 from Ikea.

<h2>3. A tiny fiddle-leaf fig might suit your lifestyle better than a tree.</h2>
The only thing worse than an unhappy fiddle-leaf fig tree that’s turning yellow or losing its leaves is a fiddle-leaf fig tree that’s too happy—and outgrows your home. Although it will never reach its mature outdoor height of 50 feet (thank God), a potted fiddle-leaf fig tree can grow as tall as 10 feet indoors.

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<h2>4. A fiddle-leaf fig tree is even more finicky than you thought.</h2>
You’ve heard this before, but have you really absorbed the truth? Fiddle-leaf fig trees don’t like: drafts, soil that is too wet, soil that is too dry, too much sun, not enough sun, dry air, or loud music. (OK, just kidding about that last one.) Good luck with your fiddle-leaf fig tree—for its birthday, you may want to get it a <a href="https://www.gardenista.com/posts/10-easy-pieces-desktop-humidifiers/">humidifier</a>.

<h2>5. A fiddle-leaf fig tree houseplant will outgrow your house.</h2>
See No. 3 above. The good news? If your fiddle-leaf fig tree outgrows your house, that means it’s really, really happy. Move it to a sheltered spot outdoors to protect it from wind, sunburn, cold temperatures, and soccer balls the neighbors’ children kick over the fence.

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<h2>6. To revive a dying fiddle-leaf fig, chop off the top of the trunk.</h2>

Looks bad, we know, but read on….

<h1>7. A fiddle-leaf fig tree will sprout from the trunk if you cut it back.</h1>
With luck, it will sprout several new leaves and be bushier than when you started.

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<h2>8. A spindly fiddle-leaf fit tree can look as good as a bushy one.</h2>

It’s all in the styling. Make a skinny fiddle-leaf fig tree look like a design statement rather than a mistake by pairing it with a slender euphorbia or other succulent plant.
<h2>9. A fiddle-leaf fig tree needs likes more humidity than you have indoors.</h2>

Moist air—ideally with a humidity level of 65—will help your rainforest escapee thrive. Unfortunately, most indoor environments have humidity levels of 10. If your tree is looking fatigued or its leaves are browning, set up a humidifier nearby—or at least mist it.

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<h2>10. If all else fails, you can fake it with a faux fiddle-leaf fig tree.</h2>

Looks life-like, no? Just don’t check the undersides of those plastic leaves…

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Fiddle Fig Leaf  — @undefined's mag on Magma

Welcome! You’re in the right place to learn how to grow succulents–wherever you live!
You’re here because you love succulents, but you’re not sure if you can grow them in your local environment.
I totally understand! And I’ve got good news for you…
Anyone can grow succulents, no matter where they live,and I’m going to give you the foundation you need to do just that.
Many people want to grow succulents but don’t have the perfect growing conditions for them. In fact, I’m part of that group of people, too!
For some people, growing succulents is a breeze. For others, it’s a daily struggle. Either way, this guide will teach you the essential components to find success growing succulents in less than ideal circumstances.

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Some people say that succulents are hard to kill–but that makes me cringe a little. Like with all plants, you need to know <a href="https://www.succulentsandsunshine.com/growing-succulents-indoors-ebook/">how to care for succulents</a> in order to keep them alive.
The good news is that, compared to a lot of other kinds of plants, succulents are generally very forgiving , and easy to keep alive. It’s just that in some parts of the world (or parts of your home) you’ll need to use a few specialist tricks to make sure they thrive.
In this post, I’m going to show you exactly what you need to do to help your succulents be their very best, in the easiest way possible.
Sound good? Let’s get started!
Pick the right plants
One thing I’ve learned over and over (from the tragic deaths of many succulents) is that some succulents grow better in my home, while others thrive outside on my porch. Most succulents won’t survive the winter outside where I live. 
But not all succulents will do very well inside my home either. I don’t have very much natural light, so a lot of my plants struggle indoors.
If you’re growing succulents outdoors you’ll want to read up on how much sunlight they need. While the labels on many succulents say “full sun,” they may not tolerate 100 degree weather with direct sun all day (though some will).
And even if they can acclimate to full sun, they’ll typically need some time to get used to it if they’ve been purchased from a nursery where they were kept in a greenhouse.
You’ll also want to be aware of your succulents’ frost tolerance. For those of us with cold winters, <a href="https://mountaincrestgardens.com/sempervivum-hens-and-chicks/?aff=2">Sempervivums</a> and <a href="https://mountaincrestgardens.com/sedum-stonecrop/?aff=2">stonecrop Sedums</a> are our go-to outdoor succulents. I’ve loved being able to create potted arrangements for my porch that will survive year round and always look great!

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<h2>No light no problem. </h2>
If you’re growing succulents indoors and (like me) don’t have a lot of natural light in your home, then you’ll want to look for plants that tolerate low light. Most <a href="https://leafandclay.co/products/haworthia-fasciata?variant=28826591299?rfsn=376597.71f09">Haworthias</a> and <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=233213&awinmid=6220&clickref=anywhere_gasteria&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fshop%2FCTSairplants%2Fsearch%3Fsearch_query%3Dgasteria%26order%3Ddate_desc%26view_type%3Dgallery%26ref%3Dshop_search">Gasterias</a> are great in low light.

<a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=233213&awinmid=6220&clickref=blog&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fsearch%2Fhandmade%2Fcraft-supplies-and-tools%2Fhome-and-hobby%2Ffloral-and-garden-crafts%2Fgardening-and-plants%3Fq%3Dsansevieria%26order%3Dmost_relevant%26ref%3Dauto2%26explicit_scope%3D1">Sansevierias</a>are also becoming a new favorite of mine. They need hardly any light or water.
Sadly, you’ll want to avoid <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=233213&awinmid=6220&clickref=anywhere_echeveria&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fpeople%2Fcameracassidy%2Ffavorites%3Fq%3Decheveria">Echeverias</a> if you don’t have much light. They tend to get stretched out as they try to find more light.
In general, more colorful succulents, like <a href="https://mountaincrestgardens.com/sedum-nussbaumerianum-nussbaumers-sedum-coppertone-stonecrop/?aff=2">Sedumnussbaumerianum</a>, need plenty of light to maintain their color. Succulents that are naturally green tend to be happier indoors.
If you tend to over water, try to find succulents that are forgiving of over-watering, or that need more water. Since <a href="https://mountaincrestgardens.com/portulacaria-afra-green-elephant-bush-miniature-jade/">Portulacaria afra</a> has thin leaves I’ve found it needs to be watered more often. <a href="https://mountaincrestgardens.com/crassula-arborescens-subsp-undulatifolia-ripple-jade/?aff=2">Crassula arborescens undulatifolia</a> and <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=233213&awinmid=6220&clickref=anywhere_zwartkop&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F150372091%2Fsucculent-plant-black-rose-aeonium%3Fga_order%3Dmost_relevant%26ga_search_type%3Dall%26ga_view_type%3Dgallery%26ga_search_query%3Daeonium%2520zwartkop%26ref%3Dsr_gallery_7">Aeonium zwartkop</a> are two others I’ve found to need more water.
On the other hand, really plump succulents like <a href="https://mountaincrestgardens.com/graptoveria-fred-ives/?aff=2">Graptoveria ‘Fred Ives’</a>, <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=233213&awinmid=6220&clickref=blog&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dpachyveria%2520glauca%2520in%2520garden%2520and%2520plants">Pachyveria glauca</a>, and <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=233213&awinmid=6220&clickref=anywhere_succulentoasis&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F271343216%2Fmature-aloe-hybrid-brevifolia-x-humilis%3Fga_order%3Dmost_relevant%26ga_search_type%3Dall%26ga_view_type%3Dgallery%26ga_search_query%3Daloe%2520brevifolia%26ref%3Dsr_gallery-1-8">Aloe brevifolia</a> can go much longer before needing water again. You’ll also find that cacti, such as <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=233213&awinmid=6220&clickref=blog&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DMammillaria%2520rhodantha%2520in%2520garden%2520and%2520plants">Mammillaria rhodantha</a> and <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=233213&awinmid=6220&clickref=blog&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DMammillaria%2520gracilis%2520fragilis%2520in%2520garden%2520and%2520plants">Mammillaria gracilis fragilis</a>, are very tolerant of long periods of drought.

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<h2>Hanging Plants to Turn Your Home Into a Jungle</h2>

<a href="https://www.mydomaine.com/easy-interior-decor-tips">Interior design</a> may not be everyone’s strong suit, but even the most inexperienced decorator knows a simple trick for creating atmosphere: <a href="https://www.mydomaine.com/indoor-plants-for-low-light">Indoor plants</a>. Unlike artwork or accent furniture, plants have an effortless way of creating dimension, style, and permanence to a home—and they offer the added benefits of cleaning our air and making us happier, too.
Indoor plants are definitely having a design moment, but before you simply stick one or two in pots around your home, let us suggest hanging them as an option. But how exactly should you go about it? "Depending on where you're hanging up your plant, you'll want to pick one that will thrive in the light that spot receives—whether it's bright, medium, or low light," says Christopher Satch, the plant scientist at online greenery store, The Sill. "Choose your plant accordingly."

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<h2>Tips for Choosing An Indoor Hanging Plant</h2>
Below, Satch provides 10 indoor hanging plants suggestions, which include details to help pet owners, over-waterers, and neglectful owners, decide which greenery is best for them. Once you’ve selected one, he also recommends keeping your level of access in mind. "If you're able to hop on a stool and reach the pot easily, you might not mind choosing a plant that requires a weekly watering," Satch says. "If it's kind of a hassle to reach, you might want to opt for a plant with succulent qualities, which might only need to be watered about once a month." And just in case there's nowhere to hang planters in your home, he has a few notes on that, too.
"You can build shelves or move a side table nearby." See? There's no reason you shouldn't incorporate a hanging plant into your aesthetic.
For more tips on which plants to choose or how to hang them, click the link below.

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Hanging Around  — @undefined's mag on Magma

Pros To Having Plants In The Bedroom.
Bedroom plants can do more than just make your shelves look brighter. They can also boost your mood, enhance your creativity, reduce your stress levels, increase your productivity, naturally filter air pollutants, and much more.
Many of us don’t realize how important air quality is. Oftentimes the insulation, paint, and furniture in our homes can <a href="https://drfranklipman.com/2019/07/24/health-coach-tip-indoor-plants-for-better-health/">pollute our indoor air</a> with toxins like formaldehyde and benzene. To help purify the air in your home, consider adding plants. Plants can absorb harmful gases through the pores in their leaves, filtering and cleaning the air you breathe every day.
Not only do bedroom plants have many health benefits, but they also add a nice touch of decor and bright energy to any indoor space. If you’re looking to add some greenery to your room, below are 10 of the best plants to keep in the bedroom.

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What Is the Best Plant to Have in Your Bedroom?

The best bedroom plant for you will depend on what you’re looking for in a plant. If you’re looking for a plant that filters indoor air even at night, consider adding the snake plant or aloe vera plant to your bedroom. If you’re looking for a plant that eliminates odors as well as purifies the air, go for the golden pothos. Compare the health benefits and care tips of each to choose which bedroom plant is best for you.

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The Benefits of Bedroom Plants
One of the greatest benefits of keeping plants in the bedroom is that they have the ability to improve indoor air quality. Dry indoor air is blamed for a host of ailments like respiratory problems, sore throats, colds, and even breakouts. Indoor plants help to maintain, and in some cases increase, humidity levels by emitting water vapor during transpiration. And in addition to emitting oxygen and humidity — plants produce negative ions, similar to many fancy air-purifying machines. The negative ions attach themselves to, and effectively remove, any particles in the air such as dust, mold spores, bacteria, and allergens.
The presence of negative ions has also been shown to increase psychological health, productivity, and overall well-being. Some common houseplants even take it a step further in air quality control, naturally filtering indoor air pollutants like formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, xylene, toluene, and benzene.
One of the most under-appreciated benefits of houseplants is the calming effect they have — making them the perfect addition to your sleep space. Although there’s no scientific evidence that a houseplant can increase your quantity of sleep, they can turn your bedroom into a zen den to help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. If you’re in the market for some new bedroom plants, make sure to match your potted plants to your <a href="https://casper.com/bedding/">bedding</a> for an even sleeker sleep space.

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Bedroom decor — @undefined's mag on Magma

<h2>RARE BEAUTIES </h2>
“It’s hard not to notice such beauty in the world.”
Growing up I always seemed to have this little issues with flower. Every time my family would bring home flowers from the market it made immediately sad. Why take something so beautiful and just sit there and watch it die as the days go by? 
But it’s wasn’t till I grew up and had my own home, with my own rules that plants started becoming something i adored. As time went by i asked people to stop buying me flowers if they ever felt the urge too. It wasn’t long after that my own husband would come home with a basil plant instead of a bouquet of flowers ! I had officially become the plant lady in my group of friends and family! Heheh

SO MUCH MORE FASCINATING THEN I FIRST THOUGHT

The more I became obsessed with plants the more beautiful they seemed to get. Above are photos of some of the most interesting and beautiful plants I have ever seen! Who would have thought that a leaf could look more like a painting. 
Ps some of these plants are so rare that they cost fortunes! It’s crazy to think a plant can cost as much as a designer bag. And sadly I would rather the plant hehe 🌱

Rare Beauties  — @undefined's mag on Magma

BYE BYE BUGS 🐜 
Figuring out how to get rid of indoor plant bugs is extremely frustrating, and it can be very difficult to control houseplant pests. In this post, I’ll show you how to identify the most common pests. Then you’ll learn how to get rid of bugs on houseplants naturally, and get tons of tips for how to keep bugs off indoor plants, for good.

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HOW TO IDENTIFY COMMON HOUSEPLANT PESTS
If you suspect that you have indoor plant bugs, below is a quick list to help you with plant pest identification.

•	Spider webs or tiny spiders on houseplants – If you see spider webs on the leaves or stems of your plant, that is a sure sign of spider mites. If you look closely you may even see microscopic bugs crawling around on the webbing. Yuck!
•	Tiny white flying insects on indoor plants leaves – If there are small white bugs that look like tiny flies that flutter around the plant every time it’s disturbed (cough, cough), that means your houseplant has whiteflies.
•	Small, slender black, brown, or green bugs with pointy tails – Are there tiny, long and skinny bugs scatter about on the leaves of your houseplants? Ack, those are thrips.
•	Clusters of fat, juicy brown, red, or green bugs on plants, flower buds or new growth. You may also notice tiny white flakes or specks on and around the plant. Gross, those are aphids.
•	Hard crusty bumps or brown spots on houseplants leaves or stems – Spots or bumps on the stems and leaf joints that can easily be flaked off with a fingernail is houseplant scale. You may also notice a sticky substance on indoor plants leaves, or around the area where the plant is sitting. Ewe! 
•	Tiny bugs in houseplant soil – Do you see tiny black or white bugs in plant soil, or gnats that look like fruit flies flying around your houseplants? Yep, those are fungus gnats. 
•	White fluffy stuff on houseplant stems and leaf joints – If there’s white stuff on plants that looks like cotton or mildew, then it has mealybugs. You may also notice sticky leaves on houseplants, or the area around the plant may be covered in a sticky residue. Ick!

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HOW TO GET RID OF BUGS IN HOUSEPLANTS NATURALLY
If you find any pests on houseplants, it’s important to act fast and begin treatment immediately!
You want to control houseplant pests as quickly as possible to prevent them from spreading to your other plants.
When it comes to pesticides, it’s always best to stick with natural methods and products.
All of the methods I recommend for controlling houseplant pests are all-natural products or home remedies, and they work great!

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TIPS TO GET RID OF BUGS IN HOUSE PLANTS.

HOW TO GET RID OF BUGS ON INDOOR PLANTS LEAVES
Most common houseplant bugs feed on plants, and will be found on the leaves, flower buds and/or the stems. Here are some tips for getting rid of bugs on indoor plants naturally…
•	The first thing to do is immediately isolate the plant to prevent the infestation from spreading to your other houseplants. Also be sure to monitor the surrounding plants closely for signs of indoor plant pests for several weeks.
•	Some bugs can leave the plant and hide for a long time. So be sure to thoroughly clean the area where the plant was sitting using soapy water. You can also sterilize the area with rubbing alcohol if you want.
•	Wash the infested plant with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Espoma-Organic-Earth-Tone-Insecticidal-Soap/dp/B000UJUVR8/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1478619808&sr=8-1&keywords=B000UJUVR8&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=87b7492649c263abc995b02ba9988095">insecticidal soap</a>, or use a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DAI76TC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=65f9efe49fe4ef0872b6740b3692be6c">mild liquid soap</a>. Soap kills houseplant bugs on contact. Be careful with the type you use though. Some contain degreasers and detergents that can harm sensitive plants. Always spot-test any type of soap on your plants before washing all of the leaves.
•	Wash the pot and plant tray with soapy water too. Houseplant pests can easily hid under the rim of the pot or tray, or even on the bottoms of them.
•	Use a cotton swab soaked in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Swan-Isopropyl-Alcohol-99-Pint/dp/B001B5JT8C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1517611737&sr=1-3&keywords=rubbing+alcohol&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=47af60488c917afcb7df267839293bda">rubbing alcohol</a> and dab it on the bugs to kill and remove them from the plant.
•	Treat the plant with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012BGXVQ/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=60cb305727f3425bf4a97739a19cb12f">neem oil</a> for long-term indoor plant pest control and prevention. Neem oil is a natural insecticide for indoor plants that works to kill and repel bugs. You can learn all about <a href="https://getbusygardening.com/neem-oil-as-organic-pest-control/">how to use neem oil insecticide here</a>. Alternatively, you could use <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bonide-All-Season-Horticultural-Spray/dp/B000BPC21Y/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1478619837&sr=8-1&keywords=B000BPC21Y&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=39a2446d7bf4e43a76a2a9fcba367f00">horticultural oil</a> or try using a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Neptunes-Harvest-HPI122-Repellent-22-Ounce/dp/B003MRBZ20/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1478619887&sr=8-1&keywords=B003MRBZ20&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=0e8fc689c48827f5d235493e6c728def">hot pepper spray</a>.

HOW TO GET RID OF TINY FLYING BUGS ON HOUSEPLANTS
Most indoor plant insects fly at some point in their lifecycle, which makes them even more difficult to control.
But killing the flying bugs alone isn’t going to be enough to eliminate a houseplant pest infestation. You need to kill the eggs and nymphs in order to get rid of insects on indoor plants all together.
So be sure to follow the steps above for getting rid of bugs on plant leaves in addition to these steps. Here are a few additional tips for getting rid of flying houseplant pests…
•	Use <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I6K3JY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000I6K3JY&linkCode=as2&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=4D6L22OWELL52AER">yellow sticky traps</a> or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Safer-Houseplant-Sticky-Stakes-Insect/dp/B01LFA076K/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1515092643&sr=8-2&keywords=houseplant+sticky+stakes&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=b4481797e011499e7756c56dcf05edc9">houseplant sticky stakes</a> to capture and kill little flying bugs in houseplants. This will help to control them, is non-toxic, and can prevent them from flying to nearby plants too.
•	Suck the flying bugs up with the vacuum cleaner. This works well to get a large population of flying indoor plant pests under control quickly. Just be careful not to suck up the plant leaves in the process.

HOW TO GET RID OF BUGS IN HOUSEPLANTS SOIL
Many types of houseplant pests can be found in potting soil, especially fungus gnats. So any time you find bugs on your houseplants, be sure to check the soil too, and treat it if necessary.
•	Remove the top inch of soil and throw it out. Then replace it with fresh potting soil or a soil cover. Using a soil cover like <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mosser-1110-Desert-Cover-pounds/dp/B000QGNRR6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1478811521&sr=8-6&keywords=soil+cover&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=98ccbf1474d628fd7359d88554e4e89d">fine sand</a> or a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XTYGQB3/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=f2bee379fb979ff8ff3d44fdef01b0a8&language=en_US">natural top dressing</a> can help prevent a future infestation.
•	Drench the soil with an organic pesticide for houseplants. You could use an <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Espoma-Organic-Earth-Tone-Insecticidal-Soap/dp/B000UJUVR8/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1478619808&sr=8-1&keywords=B000UJUVR8&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=87b7492649c263abc995b02ba9988095">organic insecticidal soap</a> (I make my own using 1 tsp <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DAI76TC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=65f9efe49fe4ef0872b6740b3692be6c">mild liquid soap</a> to 1 liter of water). Or try a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012BGXVQ/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=60cb305727f3425bf4a97739a19cb12f">neem oil</a> solution (which can work for systemic houseplant insect control). Be careful not to overwater your plant in the process though.
•	Ensure you’re watering your houseplants properly, the soil should never be soggy. Wet soil is not only bad for houseplants, it’s a breeding ground for pests like fungus gnats. If you struggle with watering, I recommend getting an inexpensive <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002B80FU4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002B80FU4&linkCode=as2&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=RTPTI7L7AOKALE3M">soil water meter</a> to help you get it right.
•	Store your unused potting soil in a bug-proof container, houseplant pests can’t live without air. I use a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hydrofarm-HG5G-5-Gallon-Black-Bucket/dp/B000VBW17S/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1516236418&sr=8-5&keywords=5+gallon+bucket&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=d4b316b39a4895c646465829863bef56">5 gallon bucket</a> with a tight fitting lid (this <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gamma2-4123-Gamma-Seal-Lid/dp/B0089QJQTS/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1508186086&sr=8-4&keywords=Gamma+Seal+Lids&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=07f51ecddb95d427ad8cba3f306f6c41">airtight seal lid</a> is perfect).

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HOW TO KEEP BUGS OUT OF INDOOR PLANTS FOR GOOD!
In order to get rid of houseplant pests, you must be vigilant in fighting them. You can’t just treat the plant one time and expect to kill all of the indoor plant insects, nymphs and eggs.
It can take several treatments to eliminate them for good.So once you start treating a plant, inspect it daily and continue treatment until all signs of the infestation are gone.
Most common houseplant pests multiply very quickly, and it takes several treatments to control them, and eventually get rid of them completely.

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HOW TO PREVENT BUGS IN HOUSEPLANTS
Once you get rid of bugs on houseplants, you don’t want them to come back, right!? The best long-term defense against any houseplant infestation is preventive pest control.

So here are a few more tips for how to keep indoor plants pest free and healthy for the long run.
•	Always clean and disinfect pots and plant trays before reusing them. You can wash them with soapy water or, if they are sturdy enough, run them through the dishwasher.
•	Check your plants on a regular basis for signs of indoor plant pests. I usually do this each time I water my plants.
•	Never repot a plant just because it has a bug problem. Repotting can further stress an unhealthy houseplant, which could end up killing the plant.
•	Always use fresh, sterile <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Espoma-AP2-Organic-Potting-Cubic/dp/B00553BLPA/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00553BLPA&pd_rd_r=0GBHM20QK3Q4C5BMF92W&pd_rd_w=DaROP&pd_rd_wg=85tRH&psc=1&refRID=0GBHM20QK3Q4C5BMF92W&linkCode=ll1&tag=getbusgar07-20&linkId=73bc4c6873c04a55c2debe9dfa466e26">commercial potting soil</a> to repot plants – and never, never use garden soil! If you’re repotting a houseplant that doesn’t have any bugs, it’s fine to reuse the soil in the new container for the same plant. But you should never reuse potting soil from one houseplant to repot another plant.
•	Whenever you bring home a new plant, make sure that you inspect it closely for any signs of bugs. It’s also good to isolate new houseplants for a few weeks to make sure no bugs show up.
•	Sterilize your pruning shears and other tools every time you use them. You can wash them with soap and water, or dip them in rubbing alcohol between uses.
•	Always wash your hands after handling an infested plant.
•	If you put any houseplants outside for the summer, be sure to debug them before bringing them back inside in the fall.

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<h2>Signs that your plant needs water are:</h2>
1.	The soil is dry
2.	The pot is light
3.	The plant is drooping
4. The leaves are wrinkle
6.	The leaf tips are browning
7.	The plant isn’t growing

<h2>Your plant’s soil is dry</h2>
I know I talk about moisture metres all the time, but they’re the best way for beginners to learn when to water their plants.
It would be nice if there was a universal number to water at, but different plants come from different parts of the world, and they need watering at different stages of dryness.
As a general rule of thumb:
•	Water cacti and succulents when the moisture metre reads 1
•	Alocasia and anthurium – 2-3
•	Pothos, philodendron, monstera, syngonium, aglaonema – 2
•	Ferns and Calathea – 3-4
After you become more acquainted with your plants you’ll rely less on your moisture metre, but they’re a godsend for beginners. You can buy them from Amazon for under a tenner.
<h2>Your plant feels light</h2>
Water is heavy, so there’s a distinct weight difference between wet and dry plants. After a while you’ll be able to tell if a plant needs watering just by picking it up. I know, I know, I was sceptical too, but it’s TRUE.

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<h2>Your plant is drooping</h2>
If your plant is limp, a bit pale and drooping, that points to overwatering, but a plant that looks sad in posture only is probably thirsty. Again, moisture metres are invaluable for figuring out which it is, especially if you’re new to plant parenthood.
Some plants are renowned for being overdramatic when it comes to drooping. Peace lilies especially – you don’t need a moisture metre for these, just water as soon as they start to droop.

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<h2>Your plant’s leaves are wrinkled</h2>
Plants with succulent leaves, such as hoya and er, succulents have wrinkled leaves in times of drought. Pothos and philodrendron also get wrinkly leaves too.
If you’re not using a moisture metre and you don’t have the pot weight think sussed yet, it’s advised that you wait until the leaves are wrinkled before you water.
Plants with succulent leaves tend to be far more tolerant of underwatering than overwatering, so waiting til their leaves are wrinkled can be good way of ensuring you’re not giving them too much water.
The leaves will plump up again pretty quickly.
<h2>Brown tips on the ends of the leaves</h2>
Crispy tips is often a sign of lack of water, but it’s more likely to be a sign that your plant needs higher humidity.

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<h2>Your plant isn’t growing</h2>
In order for plants to thrive, they need plenty of light and water. Plants like succulents and cacti have a surprising capacity for water, especially in summer.
Whilst it’s true they like their soil to dry out completely, this may only take a couple of weeks when the weather is hot. It’s also important to give your plant enough water.
Make sure that the plant is thoroughly soaked, and that water is coming through the drainage hole. Remove any excess water from the saucer or drip tray, and repeat every time the soil is completely dry.
Succulents could probably survive being watered every other month and not show any ill effects, but once you start watering them more often, you’ll notice them growing much more quickly.

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<h2>1. Sansevieria (Snake Plant)</h2>
Called ‘Snake Plant’ or ‘Mother-in-Law’s Tongue,’ this houseplant has striking sword-shaped leaves that add height, greenery and simply make any interior feel happier. Extremely low-maintenance, this hardy indoor plant is adaptable to almost any growing condition including <a href="https://www.plants.com/greenhouse/plant-care/6-best-low-light-indoor-plants/">low light.</a> Water when soil is dry to the touch.

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<h2>2. ZZ Plant</h2>
The ZZ plant excels when ignored and will even grow in low-light conditions, such as dark corners of offices and homes. A workhorse of a houseplant, the ZZ can tolerate periods of drought, so water when top 2 inches of the soil is dry.

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<h2>3. Monstera </h2>
This stylish plant has been touted as one of the easiest houseplants ever. You can find this plant in a range of shapes and sizes. Relatively slow growers, place monstera in medium or bright spots and water when the soil surface dries out.

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<h2>4. Palms</h2>
A ‘plant it and forget it’ choice because it needs very little attention. As long as you don’t overwater, this plant is indestructible. It’s a slow grower that’s perfect for just about any room of the home. Water when the top 2 inches of soil is dry to the touch.

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