To prune a peace lily, first, disinfect a pair of sharp shears or scissors. Then, trim dead or damaged areas from the stem. It’s important to prune stems as close to the base as possible to improve the appearance of your peace lily and to leave space for new growth. To know when it’s time …
To repot a peace lily, water it 1–2 days in advance of repotting. Then, choose an appropriately sized pot, gently remove the plant, place it in the new pot, fill with soil, and water it thoroughly. Be sure to choose the right type of soil and loosen any bound roots before replanting. If there are …
A pothos needs 12–14 hours of moderate light per day. However, pothos plants are very adaptable and can grow under a variety of conditions. They can survive in lower light and can even withstand a few hours of daily direct sunlight, though this should be avoided if possible. They’re able to grow under fluorescent lights …
A watermelon peperomia does best when it receives at least 5–6 hours of sunlight per day. It prefers indirect sunlight and intermittent periods of shade, and can’t handle direct sunlight, even temporarily. An overexposed watermelon peperomia may lose its signature silver and white variegation, while one that isn’t getting enough light may turn a deep …
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There are a number of reasons Birkin leaves turn white, such as getting too little or too much sun, being overwatered, suffering from fungal disease or a pest infestation, or even the ordinary growth of new leaves. The cause of white Birkin leaves can often be identified by the type of whitening your plant is …
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Anthurium flowers may turn brown for a variety of reasons. The 5 most common causes of browning are overwatering, overfertilizing, too much sunlight, cold stress, and pest infestations. Each of these can cause previously bright, healthy flowers to wilt, shrivel, or turn brown. Once you know the cause of the browning, you can take steps …
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Although anthuriums are tropical plants, they usually only need to be watered once every 1–2 weeks. This can vary greatly though, depending on the environment, time of year, and climate. In warm, dry settings, they may need to be watered as often as once every 2–3 days. In cooler climates, especially in the winter, they …
If your snake plant isn’t growing straight, it’s probably due to one of three things: overwatering, leaves growing too tall and heavy, or uneven exposure to sunlight. Each of these are common problems that can cause your snake plant to lean, bend, or droop. While not dangerous, a leaning plant isn’t nearly as pleasing to …
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Snake plants are relatively slow-growing. Most snake plants generate about 2–4 new leaves per season and can grow anywhere from 2–12 inches (5–30 cm) in a year. A lot of your plant’s growth rate is dependent upon what exact variation of snake plant it is. There are several varieties of snake plants that can vary …
String of dolphins (senecio peregrinus) grow fairly quickly in ideal conditions. These succulent plants can grow up to 20 inches (50 cm) in length in their first 9 months of growth. Since string of dolphins stems tend to max out at 36 inches long (90 cm), this is an impressive growth spurt. It is for …
To help your snake plant grow faster, plant it in the right size pot, make sure it gets the appropriate amount of water, expose it to more sunlight, fertilize it regularly, and periodically check for signs of pests and disease. Snake plants are some of the most resilient houseplants available, but even they need certain …
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If your snake plant is turning brown, it could be due to a number of factors, including improper watering, low humidity, too much sunlight, overfertilization, or certain types of pest infestations. Although snake plants are very hardy, it’s not uncommon to see the tips of their leaves turn brown from time to time. If you …
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Monstera plants have many ways to let you know they’ve been underwatered. If you notice dry soil, drooping, curling leaves, discolored leaves, or a lack of new growth, your plant may not be getting enough water. However, each of these signs can also be indications of other problems, like the plant receiving too much or …
String of dolphin plants generally need to be watered once per week during the growing season. However, during their dormant period, they’ll only need to be watered once per month. String of dolphins are succulents that can handle occasional dry periods. The soil needs to be kept moist enough to prevent leaf pucker but otherwise …
Calatheas (also known as prayer plants) are a difficult plant that needs highly specific conditions to survive. These plants need tropical growing conditions, humid environments, pure water, and very specific soil moisture. If any of these things are incorrect, the plant can die quickly. Reviving a failing prayer plant is all about restoring a proper …
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Calathea plants, also known as prayer plants, require weekly waterings during summer. However, you should switch to watering once every 10 days during colder months. It’s best to let the top 2 inches (5 cm) of soil partially dry out between waterings. Water until the soil is very moist but not soggy. Soggy soil leads …
