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How to Care for a Chinese Money Plant (Pilea) in the UK

What better time of year to celebrate the Pilea genus than Shrove Tuesday, as the most popular member - Pilea peperomioides - is commonly known as the Pancake Plant, thanks to its flat, circular le...

Ultimate Guide to Caring for Ficus Plants: Tips for Healthy Growth in UK Homes

There are over 800 members of the Ficus genus, most recognisable of which are commonly referred to as the Fiddle Leaf Fig and Rubber Plant, favoured for their large, glossy leaves and relatively lo...

Jungle Cacti Care Guide: Why They Differ from Their Desert Counterparts

Did you know that not all cacti are native to deserts? Some cacti flourish in the lush, humid environments of tropical rainforests. These unique jungle cacti—such as Epiphyllum, Lepismium, Rhipsal...

How to Keep Houseplants Happy in Shadier Areas

Are all the bright spots in your home filled, but your plant collection won’t stop growing? Never fear! Not only do we have a selection of plants that can tolerate shady spots, but we also have add...

A Care Guide for Dracaena

Dracaena, commonly referred to as Dragon Trees, are part of the Asparagaceae family and come in around 120 different tree and shrub forms.  This genus can be found growing naturally in South-East A...

Care Guide; Aeschynanthus aka the Lipstick Plant

Aeschynanthus is a member of the Gesneriaceae family and can be found natively growing in the tropical rainforests of southeast Asia. There are over 150 members of this epithetic genus which are co...

Care for Palms Indoors in the UK

Care for Palms Indoors in the UKA popular choice with the Victorians, the majority of Palms are members of the Arecaceae family and can be found in tropical and subtropical environments across the ...

Caring for Tillandsia

The Tillandsia genus is a member of the Bromeliaceae family and they are closely related to Bromeliads. These fascinating plants get their common name ‘Air Plants’ as they do not grow in compost, i...

Caring for Aglaonema in the UK

Aglaonema genus - commonly referred to as the Chinese Evergreen, is a member of the Araceae family and can be found natively growing across Asia and New Guinea. These plants prefer to grow on the r...

What soil is best for my indoor plants?

There are different tiers of houseplant enthusiasts, from those with limited knowledge and experience to those who have transformed their spare room into a giant greenhouse. Whether you are a rooki...