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10/18/2026

Still fighting fungus gnats in your houseplants? 🪴 If you’ve tried everything and they just keep coming back, you might be missing a crucial part of the treatment process.

Getting rid of fungus gnats takes more than sticky traps or a quick fix. Here’s the complete treatment plan I recommend to actually get an infestation under control.

💚 Save this for your next fungus gnat battle, and share it with someone who’s tired of fighting those tiny flying pests!

10/17/2026

Are moss poles really worth the extra work? 🪴

After years of preferring hardwood stakes for my climbing houseplants, I finally decided to try a sphagnum moss pole at home with my variegated Monstera adansonii.

Four months later, I’ve learned a lot about moss pole watering, maintenance, fungus gnats, and whether the benefits are actually worth the effort. And I’ll admit, a few things surprised me!

If you’ve been intimidated by moss poles or wondering whether your climbing plants really need one, this one’s for you. 💚

10/16/2026

When I started sharing plant care videos, I honestly never imagined it would turn into what it has today. I was just frustrated with all the bad plant advice out there and wanted to help people understand their plants a little better.

What I never expected was the incredible community that would grow from it. 💚

I’ve spent the last few weeks building shelves, installing lights, and rearranging what feels like a thousand plants to create this little studio. It’s a space where I can grow, experiment, create, and keep sharing everything I’m learning with all of you.

And I’m really, really proud of it. 🥹🪴

I don’t think you all realize how much being able to help you has meant to me. You’ve given me just as much as I hope I’ve given you.

So here’s a little look at what I’ve been working on. Thank you for being part of something I never imagined would become such a big part of my life. 💚

10/15/2026

Is your Philodendron growing in a way you didn’t expect? 🌿

Pink Princess, White Princess, White Knight, Silver Sword, Florida Beauty, and many other Philodendrons have a growth habit that can surprise you as they mature.

Understanding the difference between climbing, trailing, and self-heading Philodendrons is important when choosing the right support, preventing leggy growth, and knowing what to expect as your plant gets bigger.

🪴 Have you ever bought a Philodendron that grew completely differently than you expected?

10/12/2026

When should you use terracotta pots for your houseplants? 🪴 It’s not just about the plant! Your environment and watering habits play a big role in choosing the right pot. Here’s what to consider before repotting.

10/09/2026

Just because your decorative pot has drainage holes doesn’t mean it’s the best place to plant your houseplant! 🪴

Here’s why I almost always recommend plastic nursery pots inside decorative pots, and why it can make plant care so much easier.

10/08/2026

Before you buy another Philodendron, make sure you know how it grows! 🌿

Not all Philodendrons have the same growth habit, and understanding the difference between climbing, self-heading, and crawling varieties can save you a lot of frustration later.

Some Philodendrons, like Heartleaf and Micans, can climb or trail. Others, like Birkin and Imperial Green, grow upright. And crawling varieties, like Philodendron gloriosum, grow horizontally and need room to spread.

Knowing your plant’s natural growth habit helps you choose the right pot, provide the right support, and understand what to expect as it matures.

🌱 Which type of Philodendron is your favorite?

10/04/2026

If your plant cuttings keep rotting in water instead of growing roots, it may have more to do with your propagation setup than the cutting itself. 🌱

Successful water propagation comes down to a few basics: bright indirect light, clean tools and containers, enough oxygen around the stem, keeping leaves above the water, and paying attention when the water starts looking cloudy or smelling off.

And if the end of your cutting starts turning brown, black, or mushy, don’t give up on it. Remove the rotting tissue, clean everything up, and give that node another chance to root.

Plant propagation doesn’t have to be complicated, but the little details can make a huge difference.

10/03/2026

Why is my plant leaking water? 💧 If you’ve ever noticed water droplets forming on the tips or edges of your houseplant leaves, there’s a name for it: guttation. It often shows up overnight or first thing in the morning, and it has everything to do with water uptake, root pressure, and what’s happening inside your plant when transpiration slows down. And no, seeing guttation does not automatically mean your plant is overwatered. 🪴

10/02/2026

If plant pests keep showing up on the same plants, there may be a reason. 🪴

Stressed houseplants can have weaker natural defenses and give off chemical signals that pests can detect. Low light, overwatering, underwatering, nutrient problems, or other environmental stress can make an already struggling plant an easier target.

So when spider mites, mealybugs, aphids, or other houseplant pests keep coming back, treating the bugs is only part of the solution.

Don’t just treat the infestation. Figure out what’s stressing the plant in the first place.

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