How to Grow and Care for Spike Moss (Selaginella) at Home

spike moss

Written by: Asma Jahangir Spike Moss Overview Genus Name Selaginella kraussiana Common Name Spike Moss Plant Type Perennial Light Part Sun Height 0 to 2 Feet Foliage Color Blue/Green, Chartreuse/Gold Zones 10, 8, 9 Propagation Stem Cuttings Spike Moss (Selaginella)  Hoshizaki, Barbara Joe, and Robbin C. Moran. “Fern Grower’s Manual.” Timber Press, 2001. This book … Read more

Thanksgiving Cactus vs Christmas Cactus: Know the Key Differences

thanksgiving cactus vs christmas cactus

Written by: Asma Jahangir I came across the differences between Thanksgiving and Christmas cacti while reading a “CHRISTMAS CACTUS CARE BOOK” a few months ago. This book, also known as Schlumbergera Buckleyi, explains how the shape of the leaves and the blooming season help identify each plant. I’m sharing these details in this article to … Read more

Comprehensive Dieffenbachia Care for Optimal Growth

dieffenbachia-care

Written by: Fatima Razzaq Dieffenbachia (Dieffenbachia spp.), also known as Dumb Cane or Leopard Lily, is a fast-growing tropical plant widely used as a houseplant due to its large, oval-shaped leaves with white and yellow markings. Dieffenbachia care taking is extremely important. The term “Dumb Cane” refers to the sap of the plant, which is … Read more

Heart-Shaped Plants to Transform Your Garden and Space

plant-a-heart

Written by: Marwa Imtiaz Plant-a-heart Hearts are just everywhere during February. Valentine’s Day, arriving in the middle of February is a major celebration showcasing love in all its varieties. However, Valentine’s hearts are not the only ones in the spotlight.  February is also “American Heart Month” to increase awareness about heart health nationwide. Warm hearts … Read more

Common Houseplant Pests – Effective Pest Control Tips

common-houseplant-pests

Written by: Fatima Razzaq Houseplants spend most of their time indoors, where temperature, sunlight, and humidity might not be ideal. This makes them vulnerable to pests, which can easily get inside and multiply quickly since they lack natural predators indoors. There are many common houseplant pests. To keep your indoor plants healthy, check them frequently … Read more

Planting Cast Iron Plants – Tips for Growing Them Successfully

planting-cast-iron-plants

Written by: Ghulam Fatima Cast iron plants are hardy. It’s a wonderful plant for beginners to garden since it thrives without attention. It is tolerant of short periods of dryness if you fail to water it. When planting cast iron plants must consider that it is also tolerant of extreme heat, unaffected by diseases and … Read more