I finally switched my variegated fiddle leaf fig to a passive hydroponics setup. But of course I tested an experimental method to transition it and THEN I did the proper method later. This post will show you what went wrong and how I fixed it.

Lignapeat is a light and fluffy soil component that holds a lot of moisture and stays well aerated. It is a great addition to aroid mixes and a sustainable alternative to peat moss.

If you’re struggling with fungus gnats, this post is for you! I am sharing 3 methods that I have found to be highly effective at killing these plant pests!

This post details the methods I used to successfully root and grow the variegated Musa I received from Thailand - from a corm with no roots or leaves to a beautiful young plant!

Humidity bins are an incredible way to boost plant growth, help plants through winter, speed up recovery for plant mail, and more! This post will show you exactly how I have my bins setup and everything I’ve learned along the way!

After one failed attempt and one success, I’m sharing my top tips for how to import a variegated ficus lyrata successfully to the United States from Thailand!

Today I’m sharing the technique I used to successfully sprout my stephania erecta gang. I was able to get all three of them to sprout together over the winter with this method. First I will explain how I sprouted mine and then I will walk you through my updated method and provide some care tips.

The people running your favorite greenhouse or nursery know a lot about plants.

Why then, do so many of us insist on repotting our new plants into a homemade potting mix?

The truth is that soil used in greenhouse production is optimized for exactly that: plants grown in a greenhouse. In most situations, this soil is entirely inappropriate for use inside our homes.

Soil is something that I care a great deal about and I am always looking for an excuse to try a new recipe. Today I am here simply to share three soil recipes that I am completely in love with and will continue to use!

There’s a thrilling competition taking place on my balcony this year: I have three fiddle leaf figs that are growing in three different soil mixes! (nerd alert!)