Houseplants as Old Friends When I get emails and calls from indoor gardeners struggling to save a plant, almost every time they tell me something along these lines: “I really don’t want...

Houseplants: The Bad Childhood Experience One of my favorite eye-openers to share with readers and those who come to hear me speak is the bad childhood experience. Not mine, but of poor,...

How to Grow Paperwhites Indoors: A Guide to Forcing BulbsEven though I’ve grown paperwhite narcissus indoors every fall for years, I never tire of the process and results. Planting these sturdy bulbs is always a pleasure, as is watching them grow....

Should I Repot My Houseplant?Just because your houseplant has been living in the same pot for what feels like ages doesn’t necessarily mean it needs to be repotted. Many indoor plants can thrive for a...

Few plants are as captivating as the Venus flytrap (Dioneae muscipula).  This carnivorous insect-eater appeals to the kid in everyone.Although they look like they come from outerspace or a distant locale, Venus flytraps are actually native to the...

When Leaching is Good: You Can Grow That! If leaching makes you think of that annoying friend who always “forgets” his wallet, or that relative who overstays her welcome, readjust your...

Do You Have a Perpetually Sickly Plant? You Can Grow That! Many people don’t know this, but garden writers are often tasked with setting up, styling and photographing or having...

If you’ve got pets and a love for plants, it’s worth hitting pause before bringing home that new leafy beauty. Believe it or not, many common plants can be toxic to cats and dogs. And we’re not just talking about obscure rainforest vines—these are...

Avoid “Ferberizing” Your Houseplants Well-meaning houseplant parents often tell me that they are “training” their houseplants when it comes to...

How to Buy Healthy Houseplants: You Can Grow That! Impressive indoor gardens are full of healthy plants. Ensure your houseplants keep looking...