Birds of Paradise plants are highly valued for their exotic, large, colorful blossoms. They do not suffer serious problems apart from mealybugs, root rot, or scale. Mealybugs are scaly insects with soft bodies covered with … Read more
The bird of paradise plant (strelitzia) is often grown indoors for its large, oval-shaped, waxy leaves because it rarely blooms as a houseplant. A normal strelitzia plant unfurls its young leaves during development, otherwise, there’s … Read more
Names Bird of paradise, Strelitzia plant, crane flower Sunlight Full sun, and partial shade Water Once every 1-2 weeks Temperature 55°F to 75°F Humidity 60-70 percent Soil pH 5.5-7.5 Growing zones 9b, 10, 11, 12 … Read more
Root rot is a common disease affecting indoor potted plants. A bird of paradise plant suffering from root rot can die if untreated. But, what are the causes and how to you identify and treat … Read more
The bird of paradise plant (Strelitzia reginae) has broad waxy leaves with beautiful orange or blue flowers resembling a bird. In its full bloom, is immediately noticeable, making it a stand-out piece in any garden. … Read more
Orchid leaves are not immune to yellowing. If you know what causes the condition, it would be easy to save your plant. There are about 280000 species of orchids occurring worldwide. Although you’ll find the … Read more
Fiddle leaf figs can be very sensitive to soil quality. The first sign of poor soil in fiddle leaf figs is the yellowing of leaves and slowed growth. If you want this indoor tree to … Read more
Snake plants provide plenty of benefits when grown indoors. They are incredibly easy to propagate and maintain and can help beautify your indoor spaces. But, growing the mother-in-law’s tongue isn’t just for beauty but for … Read more
Light intensity affects the type of plant you grow and where you position your plant. Some plants prefer bright direct light while others are better adapted to indirect light conditions. West-facing windows receive a moderate light … Read more
Meyer lemon trees are rich and lively trees with plenty of orange fruits, they mostly bear fruits during spring and winter. They thrive well in moist but not soggy sandy loam soil. With Meyer lemon, … Read more