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Peperomia polybotrya otherwise known as Raindrop Peperomia or Coin-Leaf Peperomia, is a beautiful edition to any houseplant collection. It doesn’t grow very big indoors, so it can fit on your bookcase, your kitchen counter or on any plant displays. Its easy to get the polybotrya and the peperomioides confused, because of their similar appearance.The main…
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If you’re someone who likes the idea of starting a houseplant collection, but think its daunting, or you’re convinced that you’ll kill a plant just by looking at it, give this a quick read. If you still think you’re not ready to be a plant parent, start with one plant, master its care, add a…
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How to care for your Sansevieria plants at home.
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I’ve had to move houses over five times since moving to Mauritius; all while slowly collecting more and more plants. In the beginning, the plants would take up a box, but over time they would slowly fill the boot, the back seat, and finally, the whole car. Here are a few tips to help make…
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This plant features on the ‘Top 5 plants of 2021‘ for a reason – it’s gorgeous pink variegated leaves!Only recently available in Mauritius, it’s flying off the shelves and nurseries are rushing to keep up with demand. I was lucky to get my hands on one before the craze hit, and now I’ve added another…
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(So far) This year not much has changed in terms of our lifestyles – Covid still runs most of our lives. What may have changed though, is the number of houseplants in your home now. If you haven’t joined the plant parent community, now is as good a time as ever to start! Below are…
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Plant Care Profile for Philodendron olympiad
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Many people ask ‘How can plants live in water but die in waterlogged soil?’Well, putting it simply, it all comes down to Oxygen.Oxygen is crucial for root & plant growth, without it, plants will not survive. Healthy soil is full of microorganisms, which are beneficial for soil & plant health, but which also need oxygen…
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Oxalis triangularis are a beautiful plant to add to any collection, with their delicate stems and striking purple leaves.Contrary to what you might think, this edible perennial is native to Brazil, and not Ireland – It’s green look-alike ‘regnelli’ is famous as a symbol of Ireland & Saint Patricks Day.Anyway, on to the more interesting…
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This tropical evergreen is the perfect addition to any home. If you love the vibes that the Monstera deliciosa gives, but sadly you do not have enough space to accommodate one, the tetrasperma is a great second option.The tetrasperma is often called Mini Monstera, Ginny Philodendron or Philodendron Piccolo, but it is neither a Monstera…
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The Houseplant Diaries 