#plant-care

You don't need much to grow healthy houseplants but the right tools make care easier and more effective. From pots and soil to watering cans and pruning shears here's what's actually worth buying.

Cachepots, decorative outer containers, let you use any beautiful pot without worrying about drainage. Keep plants in their functional nursery pots and slip them inside for display.

Monstera deliciosa the iconic split-leaf plant, is easier than its tropical looks suggest. Give it bright indirect light, water when dry and watch those fenestrated leaves grow larger and more dramatic.

ZZ plants (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) store water in underground rhizomes and survive months of neglect. Perfect for dim offices, forgetful waterers and anyone who wants a plant that basically cares for itself.

What do 'low,' 'medium,' and 'bright' light actually mean? Foot-candles and lux give you real numbers instead of guesswork. Here's how to measure light and match it to plant needs.

You bought a new plant, now where does it go? The decision involves light, temperature, traffic and your plant's specific needs. Here's a systematic way to find the right spot.

Your plant has been the same size for months. No new leaves, no visible progress. The causes usually come down to light, roots, or season and most are fixable with the right adjustments.

Snake plants (Sansevieria) thrive on neglect. They tolerate low light, infrequent watering and general disregard. The only way to kill them is with too much love, overwatering.

Each pot material handles moisture differently. Terra cotta breathes and dries fast; plastic retains water; ceramic varies by glazing. Choose based on your watering habits and plant needs.

Bigger isn't better when it comes to pots. Too large and roots rot; too small and growth stalls. The sweet spot is just 1-2 inches larger than the current root ball. Here's how to get it right.

Pothos is the ultimate beginner plant it tells you when it needs water, grows in almost any light and bounces back from neglect. Here's everything you need to know to keep one thriving.

New to houseplants? Start here. Not all plants are created equal, some thrive on neglect while others need constant attention. This guide covers the easiest plants to grow and the fundamentals that apply to all of them.

Something's wrong with your plant but what? Yellow leaves, brown tips, drooping, pests, each symptom points to specific causes. This guide helps you diagnose the problem and fix it before your plant declines further.

"Bright indirect light" is the most common and most confusing, plant care instruction. This guide translates light terms into actual window positions and room placements.

Learn when and how to repot your houseplants with our complete guide. Covers signs your plant needs repotting, choosing pots, best soil and step-by-step instructions.