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Aerial roots, as the name suggests, are roots that are exposed to the air. They are adventitious, and grow from the plants stem. Several plants will grow aerial roots, (and you probably have a few in your home) – Monstera, Ficus, Pothos, Philodendrons, Orchids, and some Cactus varieties. What role do they play? Aerial roots…
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You’ll find this plant featured on many Instagram feeds around the world. It is one of the most sought-after houseplants at the moment, but be prepared to loosen your purse strings to get one. Ficus lyrata, or more commonly known as the Fiddle leaf fig, is a beautiful tree to add to your collection &…
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Read MoreRepost from Redfin – Mike Cahill. Thank you for featuring my plant tip! Incorporating plants into your home decor can be one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to bring life to your space. Not only that but they have also been found to provide a variety of mood-boosting qualities and health benefits that…
Read MoreAroids have become quite the craze these last few years, especially the ‘rare’ or harder-to-find species.Philodendron gloriosum has slowly made its way into the spot light, with its beautiful large white-veined leaves, capturing the attention of many collectors.Philodendrons are either climbers or creepers, and this is the latter. The gloriosum is native to the forest…
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When someone mentions ‘variegation’, which plant springs to mind? Most people will say ‘Variegated Monstera’, and rightly so – this plant has become one of the most sought after plants in the plant community, with some plants selling for thousands of dollars. What is Variegation? The term ‘variegated’ stems from the Latin word ‘variegatus’, which…
Read MoreI think it is fair to say that plant shopping is one of the best retail therapies out there. What feeling do you get when you walk into a nursery? I, for one, have mixed feelings – definitely excitement, but also stress that I wont be able to fit all the plants in my car.…
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A new plant for your wish list! This beauty resembles the marine animal it was named after – the Stingray. The leaves resemble the wings of the ray, and the elongated tip resembles the tail.This plant is also commonly known as Alocasia ‘Mickey Mouse’, as some believe it looks more like the Disney character than…
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Root rot has to be one of the most dreaded plant diseases for people with plants. One minute your plant is looking healthy and lush, and the next minute the leaves are yellowing and you question yourself as a plant parent. In the past I’ve killed several plants by allowing root rot to take hold,…
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This is one of the more popular houseplants for beginners. It’s known to be easy to care for, and is one of only a few houseplants that flower indoors. It’s flower is a simple, yet beautiful white spathe, and those who know how to care for the Peace Lily will possibly see it flower twice…
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Located in Ville Noire, Mahebourg, this back-yard nursery is a gem for the collector & plant parent alike. Entering the gate, you walk past a wall filled with Gloxinia, Vanilla, and Fittonia. Next to his house, along the wall on stands, are Water lilies, Geraniums, Begonia, & Christmas Cactuses. Below this are the newly acquired…
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