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Anthuriums: Tropical Glam for Your Critter-Free Setups
If you want a plant that screams elegance, tropical vibes, and pure drama, look no further than Anthuriums, these guys make GREAT...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
String of Frogs: The Quirky Creeper You Didn’t Know You Needed
Meet your new favorite conversation starter: String of Frogs, also known as Othonna capensis . This little succulent vine is full of...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
Rotala ‘Blood Red’: The Fiery Aquatic Star
If you’re looking to add a pop of intense color to your aquarium or aquatic setup, look no further than Rotala ‘Blood Red’ . With its...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
Begonias, Not for the Nibblers
Begonias: The Bold, Beautiful, and Slightly Dramatic Houseplants If you’re looking for plants that combine color, texture, and...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
Hoya Species: The Wax Plants That Bring Indoor Magic
If you’re looking for plants that are as charming as they are low-maintenance, meet Hoya species —the wax plants with glossy, often...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
Scindapsus Varieties: The Velvet Vines That Steal the Show
Looking for a plant that’s versatile, low-maintenance, and downright gorgeous? Meet Scindapsus varieties —the velvet-leaved vining...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
Ficus elastica: A Stylish Indoor Plant with a Safety Debate
The Ficus elastica , commonly known as the rubber plant, is a popular choice for indoor greenery due to its striking appearance and...
Nikki Smit
Aug 214 min read
Fittonia: The Tiny Leaf with Big Personality
Meet the Fittonia , affectionately known as the Nerve Plant . With its striking leaves veined in white, pink, or red, it’s basically...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
Peace in Home (Soleirolia soleirolii): Tiny Leaves, Big Vibes
Looking for a plant that’s low to the ground but high on charm? Meet Peace in Home , also known by its slightly harder-to-pronounce...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
Ficus Pumila Variegated: The Tiny Climber That Steals the Spotlight
If you’ve been dreaming of a plant that’s elegant, playful, and just a little dramatic, meet the Ficus pumila Variegated . This little...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
The Dypsis Lutescens (Bamboo Palm)
Meet Your New Green Roommate: The Dypsis Lutescens (Bamboo Palm) If your home is in need of a leafy superstar that whispers “tropical...
Nikki Smit
Aug 212 min read
Dracaena arborea ‘Golden Heart’
If you’ve been searching for a plant that instantly lifts a space, Dracaena arborea ‘Golden Heart’ is pure sunshine on a stem. Its...
Nikki Smit
Aug 131 min read
Monstera ‘Thai Constellation’ with care tips
Why We’re Revving Up Over Monstera ‘Thai Constellation’ Stunning Variegation – Creamy white marbling across deep green leaves that...
Nikki Smit
Aug 131 min read
Neoregelia Bromeliads
Neoregelia bromeliads are some of the most versatile, striking plants you can add to a terrarium or reptile setup. Whether small,...
Nikki Smit
Aug 132 min read
Adiantum raddianum – My Terrarium Just Leveled Up!
I have to brag for a second — I just added Adiantum raddianum , the Maidenhair Fern, to my terrarium, and wow… it’s honestly worth every...
Nikki Smit
Aug 131 min read
Sagina subulata (Irish Moss)
If you’re looking for a plant that creates a soft, vibrant green carpet in your terrarium or indoor setup, Sagina subulata , commonly...
Nikki Smit
Aug 131 min read
Muehlenbeckia axillaris – The Creeping Wire Vine That Wins Every Time
If you’re looking for a plant that adds delicate, trailing charm to your terrarium or indoor setup, Muehlenbeckia axillaris , commonly...
Nikki Smit
Aug 132 min read
Juncus effusus ‘Tuft’
If you’re after a plant that adds vertical interest, texture, and movement to your terrarium or indoor setup, Juncus effusus ‘Tuft’ is...
Nikki Smit
Aug 132 min read
Carex ‘Bronco’ – A Hardy, Terrarium-Friendly Grass
If you’re looking for a plant that brings texture, movement, and resilience to your terrarium or reptile setup, Carex ‘Bronco’ is an...
Nikki Smit
Aug 131 min read
Philodendron ‘Billietiae’ – The Bold and Beautiful Giant
If you’re looking for a Philodendron that truly makes a statement, Philodendron ‘Billietiae’ is it. With its dramatic, elongated leaves...
Nikki Smit
Aug 132 min read
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