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How to Care for Fiddle Leaf Fig - Ficus lyrata
Fiddle leaf fig trees, or Ficus lyrata, are popular houseplants that are known for their large, glossy, fiddle-shaped leaves and their ability to ...
What are Variegated Plants?
Variegated plants are plants that have leaves or other parts of their foliage that are marked with different colors or patterns. This can be cause...
What is the best light for house plants?
The best light for houseplants depends on the specific needs of the plant. Different plants have different light requirements, and providing the r...
How to Propagate Snake Plants
Snake plants, also known as Sansevieria or mother-in-law's tongue, are popular houseplants that are known for their tough, drought-resistant natur...
How to Cure Root Rot
Root rot is a common problem that can affect a variety of plants, and it is caused by a number of fungi that thrive in moist, poorly-draining soil...
What is LECA?
LECA, or Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate, is a type of porous, granular material that is made from clay that has been fired at high temperatur...
How to Get Rid of Spider Mites
Spider mites are tiny, spider-like pests that can infest a variety of plants, including houseplants, vegetables, and fruit trees. They feed on the...
How to ACTUALLY Get Rid of Fungus Gnats
Fungus gnats are small, fly-like insects that can be a common pest in houseplants. They are attracted to moist soil and can multiply quickly, lead...
The Differences in Monstera Variegata
All versions of the Variegated Monstera (Monstera variegata) come from the Genus of Monstera. And they either come from the species borsi...
What is Bright Indirect Light?
Use your blinds for a simple way to understand houseplant light: BRIGHT indirect Light, MEDIUM indirect Light, and LOW indirect Light.
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Have Red Spots on Your Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree? This is Why
Irregular Watering Patterns (under watering)
Though most Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree parents tend to overwater their plants (keep the soil waterlogge...
How To Get Rid of Root Rot [VIDEO]
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TWO Simple Ways to Cure Root Rot:
1. Hydrogen Peroxide (3%)
Mix 2 parts water, 1 part hydrogen peroxide, soak your soil with this mixture.
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