keep your little plant guy happy
little care guide
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some plant guy answers below.
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audrey - ficus benghalensis 'audrey'
bob - monstera deliciosa - pet friendly
bob - monstera deliciosa - pet friendly
can grow to be a big lady so watch for roots out the bottom of the pot and pot on when they show through. Allow soil to dry out before watering. She likes it bright and warm. but not direct sunlight.
In their natural habitat, the Bengal fig can grow upto 30m tall and 200m wide making it one of the largest trees in the world. But don't worry, your Audrey is quite happy staying houseplant size.
bob - monstera deliciosa - pet friendly
bob - monstera deliciosa - pet friendly
bob - monstera deliciosa - pet friendly
likes a bright well lit spot (not direct sunlight). water when the top few inches of soil dry out, mist occasionally and feed once a month
loves bon jovi, battenburg cake and long countryside walks followed by a pint in the pub
cedric - philodendron imperial red
bob - monstera deliciosa - pet friendly
frank - philodendron imperial green
keep away from direct light and he hates getting too cold
wait for the top inch of soil to dry out then give it a really good drink.
feed with a good liquid feed at half strength every 3-4 weeks. loves a good wipe to keep him shiny
is a mess in the kitchen, but makes a mean curry
frank - philodendron imperial green
frank - philodendron imperial green
frank - philodendron imperial green
water him regularly but wait for the top of the soil to dry out before watering.
keep him out of direct sunlight and wipe his leaves often to keep him shiny
sing to him often!
karen - platycerium bifurcatum
frank - philodendron imperial green
karen - platycerium bifurcatum
she likes bright indirect light and keep her regularly watered but let her dry out between watering.
far less hassle than her name suggests,
she's actually a lot of fun. and loves a good prince song
leslie - stromanthe triostar
frank - philodendron imperial green
karen - platycerium bifurcatum
likes it bright and moist. keep her pretty leaves wiped and a regular mist and she will be happy.
gets on great with kids and pets and loves watching reruns of the golden girls
norman - spathiphyllum alana
sadie - sansevieria trafesciata 'laurentii'
norman - spathiphyllum alana
a sensitive soul our norman.
doesn't like tap water much so give him some rain water if you can.
He likes high humidity though, dappled medium light
...and a good stephen king novel
polly - alocasia 'polly'
sadie - sansevieria trafesciata 'laurentii'
norman - spathiphyllum alana
likes a warm and moist environment, bright but not in direct sunlight. overwatering will make her little stems rot.
great fun at parties!
sadie - sansevieria trafesciata 'laurentii'
sadie - sansevieria trafesciata 'laurentii'
sadie - sansevieria trafesciata 'laurentii'
very hardy lady this one, tolerant of many growing conditions but don't over water. other than that she is pretty indestructible.
she's quite toxic. so keep away from kids and pets
she's also top heavy so makes sure she has a sturdy pot.
makes a great carrot cake in her spare time
stanley - calathea rufibarba 'tropistar'
sadie - sansevieria trafesciata 'laurentii'
this one is an old man, he hates drafts and direct sun but loves a custard cream and radio 4
allow the top of his soil to dry out before giving him another drink and pop him somewhere bright.
peggy - opuntia vulgaris 'prickly pear'
peggy - opuntia vulgaris 'prickly pear'
this spiky lady likes to sit in full sun, water during the growing season and keep dry in the winter.
glen - tillandsia 'air plants'
peggy - opuntia vulgaris 'prickly pear'
this amazing group of plants can live practically anywhere. give them a good 2 hour bath every couple of weeks in the summer months and then place in your favourite dish/shell/piece of wood.
ernest - nephrolepis
hattie - blechnum gibbum 'silver lady'
gilbert - monstera minima
this guy likes his soil to be moist most of the time so give him a good drink with warm water and top him up when he dries out a little.
adaptable between bright and moderate shade.
also called the sword fern or bushy hair fern.
he loves to sway to luther vandross.
gilbert - monstera minima
hattie - blechnum gibbum 'silver lady'
gilbert - monstera minima
weekly watering and regular misting will keep this guy happy.
prefers medium to bright light, but not direct sunlight.
loves dancing to the smiths
hattie - blechnum gibbum 'silver lady'
hattie - blechnum gibbum 'silver lady'
hattie - blechnum gibbum 'silver lady'
this lady will actually grow like a tree fern and form a slender trunk over time. keep her moist but not overly wet and well ventilated. her leaves don't like to be wet for too long. if her fronds turn bronze then she needs more ventilation.
tolerates a light shade and prefers rain water. if you have hard water then add a few drops of lemo
this lady will actually grow like a tree fern and form a slender trunk over time. keep her moist but not overly wet and well ventilated. her leaves don't like to be wet for too long. if her fronds turn bronze then she needs more ventilation.
tolerates a light shade and prefers rain water. if you have hard water then add a few drops of lemon juice to the water.
great for east or west facing windows. will grow to be a big gal over time and can have a spread of around 3ft.
jasper - polyscias balfouriana
lillian - syngonium 'red heart'
hattie - blechnum gibbum 'silver lady'
ideally jasper should be grown in a shaded corner of a bright room, well away from the direct glare of the sun.
Water little and often to keep the compost reasonably moist Allow the pot to drain well after each watering.
great at impressions and loves old war movies
lillian - syngonium 'red heart'
lillian - syngonium 'red heart'
lillian - syngonium 'red heart'
this arrowhead vine loves a really good water then to be left alone to almost completely dry out before another soak.
a very handsome lady that will do well in low light and become a good sized houseplant if you repot and watch her little scrumpled leaves unfurl with lovely pink hues.
keep her away from your drinks cabinet mind, she's a bit of a lush *hiccup
nora - polyscias fabien
lillian - syngonium 'red heart'
lillian - syngonium 'red heart'
a lovely big and unusual lady with her gnarly trunk and dark mottled green & purple leaves. easy to care for too. she likes moderate to bright indirect sunlight and to keep warm. ideally between 18-29 degrees so keep her out of draughts and cool spots in the house.
likes a humid environment and give her a good water when her soil has dried
a lovely big and unusual lady with her gnarly trunk and dark mottled green & purple leaves. easy to care for too. she likes moderate to bright indirect sunlight and to keep warm. ideally between 18-29 degrees so keep her out of draughts and cool spots in the house.
likes a humid environment and give her a good water when her soil has dried out on top.
she has some stories to tell. so pull up a chair and settle in for the night with this old gal
pearl - schefflera actinophylla 'amate'
wallace - aglamorpha coronans snake leaf
pearl - schefflera actinophylla 'amate'
pearl can grow to be a very big lady. upwards of 8 feet tall indoors. to tame her growth and maintain a bushier appearance, prune the new growth tips. she likes to dry out significantly between waterings. a common mistake made with these plants is overwatering. let the soil almost completely dry out between waterings. ideally you want to
pearl can grow to be a very big lady. upwards of 8 feet tall indoors. to tame her growth and maintain a bushier appearance, prune the new growth tips. she likes to dry out significantly between waterings. a common mistake made with these plants is overwatering. let the soil almost completely dry out between waterings. ideally you want to water her around every 10 days. do not water if the top half of the potting medium is still moist.
rotate her periodically to ensure even growth on all sides and dust the leaves. basically you wanna be waltzing with pearl. she loves a good dance.
vera - philodendron xanadu
wallace - aglamorpha coronans snake leaf
pearl - schefflera actinophylla 'amate'
vera will tolerate shade, so is a good choice for a shady corner. Keep the compost moist but sparingly in winter. keep her leaves dust free and shiny with a damp cloth,
she absolutely loves summer rain, so pop her outside on a wet warm day for a good drink. this big mamma xanadu will make lots of little new shoots and is a real statement plant.
wallace - aglamorpha coronans snake leaf
wallace - aglamorpha coronans snake leaf
wallace - aglamorpha coronans snake leaf
as a tropical guy, he needs a warm environment that is not too dry. in the winter months, when central heating systems create a dry atmosphere, either mist the fronds regularly with a spray or use sufficient humidifiers to provide the necessary moisture in the atmosphere.
don't let him dry out too much. he doesn't like to be too wet or too dry. its a bit of a dance with wallace.
harold - philodendron green wonder
harold - philodendron green wonder
harold - philodendron green wonder
easily one of our all time favourite houseplants. quick grower and creates a lovely jungle feel with his long stretched out arms and fingers.
if you accidentally break a leaf or stem he gives off a tropical fruit smell. a fan of a shady corner.
little and often when it comes to watering. if his leaves start yellowing, he's probably getting
easily one of our all time favourite houseplants. quick grower and creates a lovely jungle feel with his long stretched out arms and fingers.
if you accidentally break a leaf or stem he gives off a tropical fruit smell. a fan of a shady corner.
little and often when it comes to watering. if his leaves start yellowing, he's probably getting too much light so move him back a bit.
a dramatic plant and we are so pleased to have this gentle giant as part of the gang
chester - philodendron shangri-la
harold - philodendron green wonder
harold - philodendron green wonder
a distant cousin to bernadette and likes much the same environment. moderately shady and likes a good water with some summer rain.
repot him, give him space to grow and stand back. he's a crowd pleaser this one.
mabel - phebodium aureum
harold - philodendron green wonder
bernadette - philodendron xanadu
jacks big sister and just like him prefers low to moderate light. keep the soil moist at all times but water when the surface becomes slightly dry, don't over-do it
she won't thank you if she is left standing in water. water from the sides rather directly onto the leaves.
and just like jack, her smile will brighten any room. what a babe!
bernadette - philodendron xanadu
bernadette - philodendron xanadu
bernadette - philodendron xanadu
little cousin to vera, will tolerate shade, so is a good choice for a shady corner. Keep the compost moist but sparingly in winter. keep her leaves dust free and shiny with a damp cloth,
she absolutely loves summer rain, so pop her outside on a wet warm day for a good drink. this big mamma xanadu will make lots of little new shoots and is
little cousin to vera, will tolerate shade, so is a good choice for a shady corner. Keep the compost moist but sparingly in winter. keep her leaves dust free and shiny with a damp cloth,
she absolutely loves summer rain, so pop her outside on a wet warm day for a good drink. this big mamma xanadu will make lots of little new shoots and is a real statement plant.
loves a rock anthem. play ac/dc and she's a happy gal.
sandra - dracaena
bernadette - philodendron xanadu
emmett - hoya gracilis
this tall lady is easy to care for and also isn't a big drinker. keep her topped up with a good mist of the soil and leaves. always allow the soil to dry out before watering. keep her in a reasonably bright & warm spot.
put on some al green and watch this gal dance but she is top heavy so keep her in a sturdy pot.
emmett - hoya gracilis
bernadette - philodendron xanadu
emmett - hoya gracilis
this guy will produce flower buds, try to position him where he will receive bright light - even a little direct sun at either the beginning or end of the day.
keep the soil moist but not waterlogged in summer and in colder months water less often, just giving it a good drink when the soil gets reasonably dry. Mist the leaves with water,
this guy will produce flower buds, try to position him where he will receive bright light - even a little direct sun at either the beginning or end of the day.
keep the soil moist but not waterlogged in summer and in colder months water less often, just giving it a good drink when the soil gets reasonably dry. Mist the leaves with water, especially if they are growing near central heating and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser at monthly intervals while the plant is actively growing.
Maintain temperatures above 10C in winter
bertie - euphorbia ingens
winston - ficus lyrata 'fiddle leaf fig'
bonnie - peperomia obtusifolia
this big guy is great for the south facing window or really sunny and warm spot you have in the house. water every two weeks in summer making sure the soil is completely dry before giving him another drink.
can be prone to some small pests like mealybug or glasshouse whitefly so make sure you have some good organic pesticide to hand and gi
this big guy is great for the south facing window or really sunny and warm spot you have in the house. water every two weeks in summer making sure the soil is completely dry before giving him another drink.
can be prone to some small pests like mealybug or glasshouse whitefly so make sure you have some good organic pesticide to hand and give him a good spray and wipe (careful, he's heavy and sharp in some areas). keep him dry in winter.
this dude puts on a show all year round, stand back and watch him perform.
bonnie - peperomia obtusifolia
winston - ficus lyrata 'fiddle leaf fig'
bonnie - peperomia obtusifolia
this baby rubber plant likes a good drink so top her up every week making sure she dries out completely before watering again. keep her out of draughts and in a moderately light location.
loves singing to showtunes
winston - ficus lyrata 'fiddle leaf fig'
winston - ficus lyrata 'fiddle leaf fig'
winston - ficus lyrata 'fiddle leaf fig'
this big guy likes bright, indirect light, he will fade quickly in poor light. keep his soil moist so give him a water every few days but check that he is not sitting in water. a really good drink once a month and he'll be happy. feed him every 2 weeks with a weak feed.
give his big leaves a good wipe with a damp cloth to make sure he can breathe.
irene - hoya pubicalyx
hugo - lithop 'living stone'
winston - ficus lyrata 'fiddle leaf fig'
this gal is pretty chilled out when it comes to care, happy in a medium to bright spot but away from draughts, she does not like the cold. give her a good drink when the soil is completely dried out. give her a feed twice a month during growing season with a good organic general liquid fertiliser.
watch her creep and stretch out but once y
this gal is pretty chilled out when it comes to care, happy in a medium to bright spot but away from draughts, she does not like the cold. give her a good drink when the soil is completely dried out. give her a feed twice a month during growing season with a good organic general liquid fertiliser.
watch her creep and stretch out but once you have found her perfect spot, try not to move her as she doesn't like change.
greta - asparagus seteceus
hugo - lithop 'living stone'
hugo - lithop 'living stone'
this little lady is a quick grower, watch her roots and repot to avoid becoming root bound. she can grow upto 2m tall so give her a trim back to keep her in check.
keep her soil moist but don't leave her to stand in water and never let her completely dry out.
likes a moderately well lit spot, but definitely not in direct sunlight.
she produc
this little lady is a quick grower, watch her roots and repot to avoid becoming root bound. she can grow upto 2m tall so give her a trim back to keep her in check.
keep her soil moist but don't leave her to stand in water and never let her completely dry out.
likes a moderately well lit spot, but definitely not in direct sunlight.
she produces lovely little white flowers and purple berries (NOT NOT EAT) but also produces little thorns on her stems so watch out when handling.
easy peasy lace fern, but actually a lily. confusing, we know!
hugo - lithop 'living stone'
hugo - lithop 'living stone'
hugo - lithop 'living stone'
super simple and easy little fella. place him somewhere warm and bright and give him a good drink every 2 weeks during growing season and watch him fill out.
howard - calathea musaica 'network'
howard - calathea musaica 'network'
howard - calathea musaica 'network'
this guy likes his soil moist at all times and a bright spot in the house but out of direct sunlight.
give him a feed every 3-4 waterings during growing season and give his leaves a regular wipe to keep them shiny. the leaves will brown if left in direct sun and yellow if over or under watered. keep him out of cold draughts and avoid radia
this guy likes his soil moist at all times and a bright spot in the house but out of direct sunlight.
give him a feed every 3-4 waterings during growing season and give his leaves a regular wipe to keep them shiny. the leaves will brown if left in direct sun and yellow if over or under watered. keep him out of cold draughts and avoid radiators as he will wilt.
but like all houseplants once you find the right spot and adjust the water levels accordingly, he will be more than happy and will produce lots of new leaves. sing to him as often as you can, he loves a good twirl around the living room.
ralph - zz plant
howard - calathea musaica 'network'
howard - calathea musaica 'network'
this guy is happy in medium to low light conditions. only water once his soil has dried out, far better to under then over water this dude.
if you like the central heating on then make sure you increase the humidity levels around this guy so he doesn't suffocate.
happy to sit and watch the world go by.
clara - hoya carnosa 'tricolor'
howard - calathea musaica 'network'
clara - hoya carnosa 'tricolor'
close realtive to irene, this gal is also pretty chilled out when it comes to care, happy in a medium to bright spot but away from draughts, she does not like the cold. give her a good drink when the soil is completely dried out. give her a feed twice a month during growing season with a good organic general liquid fertiliser.
watch her cr
close realtive to irene, this gal is also pretty chilled out when it comes to care, happy in a medium to bright spot but away from draughts, she does not like the cold. give her a good drink when the soil is completely dried out. give her a feed twice a month during growing season with a good organic general liquid fertiliser.
watch her creep and stretch out but once you have found her perfect spot, try not to move her as she doesn't like change.
ginny - peperomia clusifolia
clifford - philodendron scandens
clara - hoya carnosa 'tricolor'
this slow growing gal enjoys bright or moderate light and will tolerate shade. Avoid direct sunlight.
they do really well under fluorescent lights, making them ideal for the office or artificially lit spaces.
water when the soil has almost dried out, Radiator Plants don't like to be over-watered and use soft water if possible and water fro
this slow growing gal enjoys bright or moderate light and will tolerate shade. Avoid direct sunlight.
they do really well under fluorescent lights, making them ideal for the office or artificially lit spaces.
water when the soil has almost dried out, Radiator Plants don't like to be over-watered and use soft water if possible and water from below, water is stored in the leaves making these plants drought resistant.
simple and happy little dude that loves to listen jazz.
clifford - philodendron scandens
clifford - philodendron scandens
clifford - philodendron scandens
this trailing dude is very adaptable to the home, he can live in most lighting condition, juts be sure to keep him out of direct sunlight.
keep his soil moist but not soggy and give his leaves a good wipe often. problems often occur when over watered and if you allow him to dry out.
great for the kitchen or bathroom
carl - ficus elastica
clifford - philodendron scandens
clifford - philodendron scandens
marys and georges cousin, this guy loves pretty bright conditions and a moist soil.
if his leaves start to drop, you're probably overwatering. hold off and let him dry out a bit.
give his leaves a wipe now and then to keep them shiny.
cannot wait to go and enjoy a good pint in the local pub
henry - calathea ornata
mortimer - schefflera elagantissima 'castor'
mortimer - schefflera elagantissima 'castor'
This pretty little guy does really well in bright conditions out of direct sunlight, find a well lit spot ensuring that the air is not too dry will allow the leaves to thrive, therefore using humidifiers or pebble trays can help to maintain levels of humidity. mist him daily during summer is also advised. Doesn't like the cold so keep him above 15°C where you can.
mortimer - schefflera elagantissima 'castor'
mortimer - schefflera elagantissima 'castor'
mortimer - schefflera elagantissima 'castor'
this guy is happy in a bright spot out of direct sunlight, direct sun can cause the leaf tips and edges to turn brown. You don’t have to adjust the thermostat when growing this guy indoors as he is more than comfortable at room temperature. just make sure he doesn't get cold, he wont like that.
water watering and feed every couple of week
this guy is happy in a bright spot out of direct sunlight, direct sun can cause the leaf tips and edges to turn brown. You don’t have to adjust the thermostat when growing this guy indoors as he is more than comfortable at room temperature. just make sure he doesn't get cold, he wont like that.
water watering and feed every couple of weeks in summer. water the plant when the soil is dry at a depth of 1 inch and drench the pot with water when you do.
he loves hanging out with his friends playing scrabble and talking about local government.
grace - tradescantia fluminensis tricolor
mortimer - schefflera elagantissima 'castor'
grace - tradescantia fluminensis tricolor
this little lady is easy care, low maintenance and super friendly for beginners and gives back so much. will happily grow in medium light conditions and if you give her a regular good water she will grow and grow. cut back her long stems to encourage new growth.
great for trailing off a shelf or in a bathroom. loves a good action movie.
tony - rhipsalis kirbergii 'mistletoe cactus'
steve - senecio peregrinus "string of dolphins"
tony - rhipsalis kirbergii 'mistletoe cactus'
this guy likes his soil to be kept moist at all times, keep him somewhere humid and mist once a week. he likes a bright spot out of direct sun. perfect for bathrooms
fred - chlorophytum comosum 'spider plant'
steve - senecio peregrinus "string of dolphins"
tony - rhipsalis kirbergii 'mistletoe cactus'
also known as a bad mother plant, this little guy likes a good drink a couple of times a week, but don't worry if you forget, he is very forgiving. keep him somewhere bright out of direct sun and he'll be happy.
steve - senecio peregrinus "string of dolphins"
steve - senecio peregrinus "string of dolphins"
steve - senecio peregrinus "string of dolphins"
this adorable cross bred succulent loves a warm sunny spot and can be generally ignored. BUT he hates the cold and dark.
water when completely dry and lave to hang out and look beautiful.
Sadly hes a toxic little dude, so keep cats and dogs away from him.
reggie - anthurium
zelda - aphelandra squarrosa 'zebra plant'
steve - senecio peregrinus "string of dolphins"
this pretty dude loves a wet bum. keep his pot in a little water and allow him to soak up the water from below.
long lasting flowers that will come again and again
carol - aloe vera
zelda - aphelandra squarrosa 'zebra plant'
zelda - aphelandra squarrosa 'zebra plant'
this super easy sun bather loves a warm bright spot to bask in. she absolutely hates being wet though so water very sparingly, she wont thank you for being cold and damp.
zelda - aphelandra squarrosa 'zebra plant'
zelda - aphelandra squarrosa 'zebra plant'
zelda - aphelandra squarrosa 'zebra plant'
known as a slightly fussy little lady, but get it right and she will love you back with big leaves and lovely flowers.
keep her soil damp and place her in a bright spot out of direct sunlight and high humidity. a bright bathroom is a great spot for her
winifred - alocasia wentii 'hardy elephant ear'
this jungle dweller will grow lovely big leaves, but make sure you give her alot of room temperature, filtered water. tap water has way too many salts and minerals in it and can cause the leaves to brown.
shes a lover of a bright humid spot, but is cold tolerant down to around 8 degrees C.
lenny - lepismium cruciforme red tip - hurricane cactus
likes bright indirect light, it will also enjoy a sunny spot, so it’s not a fussy plant but will burn in full sun. Water when the top two inches of soil are dry, make sure you don’t overwater this plant.
an easy guy thats great for beginners
ruby - philodendron scandens micans
penny - alocasia lauterbachiana 'purple sword'
this gal loves a bright spot out of direct sunlight. she will grow upto 2m in length for each vine and super easy to propagate.
give her a good soak when the top inch of soil is dry and a feed once a month to keep her happy.
penny - alocasia lauterbachiana 'purple sword'
penny - alocasia lauterbachiana 'purple sword'
this lady is happy with lots of water in a bright spot. out of direct light though and don't let her sit in water.
rex - pepperomia rosso
rex - pepperomia rosso
this little cheery chap is happy in a bright spot and enjoys a regular water. Keep out of direct sun and he'll be happy.
snaily dischidia
rex - pepperomia rosso
also known as a kangeroo pocket plant, this guy is planted in a snail shell and loves to climb.
give him a dip in luke-warm water every week in growing season and he'll throw out some lovely little delicate flowers for you
bruno - polyscias 'roble'
oscar - asplenium antiquum. birds nest fern
ideally this guy should be grown in a shaded corner of a bright room, well away from the direct glare of the sun.
Water little and often to keep the compost reasonably moist Allow the pot to drain well after each watering.
favourite films include: castaway, finding nemo and terminator.
oscar - asplenium antiquum. birds nest fern
oscar - asplenium antiquum. birds nest fern
this slow growing guy is happiest in moist soil and moderate light. don't let him dry out and keep him out of direct sunlight. give him a regular mist and he'll be happy. he also really likes watching reruns of cheers and frasier.
alma - ficus microcarpa 'ginseng'
percy - codiaeum variegatum 'excellent'
this gal likes a light position out of the full sun and a regular water, don’t let the root ball dry out. falling leaves can occur when there is a lack of light, especially in winter so keep her in a warm bright spot.
always happy and whistling along to the radio
percy - codiaeum variegatum 'excellent'
louise - kalanchoe tomentosa 'panda plant'
percy - codiaeum variegatum 'excellent'
sometimes a hard to please fella, but treat him right and he will reward with lots of bright colourful big leaves.
likes to stay reasonable warm, hates draughts and cold spots. keep his soil evenly moist and put him in a bright spot out of direct sun and he will be happy.
his leaves will fall if he is too cold.
he may be a little temperament
sometimes a hard to please fella, but treat him right and he will reward with lots of bright colourful big leaves.
likes to stay reasonable warm, hates draughts and cold spots. keep his soil evenly moist and put him in a bright spot out of direct sun and he will be happy.
his leaves will fall if he is too cold.
he may be a little temperamental, but he's just a fussy old man. give him a cuppa and custard cream and a warm cardigan and he'll be just fine.
louise - kalanchoe tomentosa 'panda plant'
louise - kalanchoe tomentosa 'panda plant'
louise - kalanchoe tomentosa 'panda plant'
this little gal is like many other succulents, happy to live in direct and indirect light and occasional shade, if you can provide all these in one even better. water only once the soil has completely dried out. she may be a slow grower but a lovely friendly little gal to have around the house.
tom - euphorbia eritrea
louise - kalanchoe tomentosa 'panda plant'
louise - kalanchoe tomentosa 'panda plant'
berties cousin, this big guy is great for the south facing window or really sunny and warm spot you have in the house. water every two weeks in summer making sure the soil is completely dry before giving him another drink.
can be prone to some small pests like mealybug or glasshouse whitefly so make sure you have some good organic pesticid
berties cousin, this big guy is great for the south facing window or really sunny and warm spot you have in the house. water every two weeks in summer making sure the soil is completely dry before giving him another drink.
can be prone to some small pests like mealybug or glasshouse whitefly so make sure you have some good organic pesticide to hand and give him a good spray and wipe (careful, he's heavy and sharp in some areas). keep him dry in winter.
this dude puts on a show all year round, stand back and watch him perform.
ivan - strelitzia nicolai
oliver - yucca elephantipes
oliver - yucca elephantipes
this beautiful big guy (also known as a giant white bird of paradise, wild banana or crane plant) is a great architectural plant and loves warm bright spaces. best kept somewhere we can stay nice and toasty but out of direct sunlight (ideally above 20degrees).
keep his soil moist but not soggy and give him a good drink when the top 5cm of
this beautiful big guy (also known as a giant white bird of paradise, wild banana or crane plant) is a great architectural plant and loves warm bright spaces. best kept somewhere we can stay nice and toasty but out of direct sunlight (ideally above 20degrees).
keep his soil moist but not soggy and give him a good drink when the top 5cm of soil is dry.
avid reader, loves a good war film and likes to listen to frank sinatra.
oliver - yucca elephantipes
oliver - yucca elephantipes
oliver - yucca elephantipes
this guy, originally from mexico and south america, is a real sun worshipper. one of the few houseplants that likes direct sun, so keep him somewhere bright and warm and water the top of the soil dries out. in shadier conditions, allow half the soil to dry out before watering.
this 80's guy looks great stood next to his plant pals, listening to alison moyet, obviously.
virginia - pachira aquatica
oliver - yucca elephantipes
virginia - pachira aquatica
said to bring good fortune, hence the trunks wound together to lock it in, this plant has been a favourite gifting plant for housewarming s and weddings. also known as malabar, french peanut, dollar plant and provision tree. place her in a bright spot and watch her grow. she even likes florescent lighting (crazy gal).
some leaves will fall
said to bring good fortune, hence the trunks wound together to lock it in, this plant has been a favourite gifting plant for housewarming s and weddings. also known as malabar, french peanut, dollar plant and provision tree. place her in a bright spot and watch her grow. she even likes florescent lighting (crazy gal).
some leaves will fall during transit as they can be quite delicate, but she is quick to regenerate and will grow loads of new leaves in the right conditions.
water once her top soil has become slightly dried out and keep her above 10degrees (she's not a fan of the cold).
we hope she brings you all the luck and fortune
barbara - dieffenbachia
shirley - anthurium ellipticum 'jungle bush'
virginia - pachira aquatica
like a lot of her plant pals. barbara like s a bright spot out of direct sun. keep her soil moist but not soggy and wait til the top 3 inches of soil are dry before giving her another good soak.
she is very expressive and will tell you what mood she's in. droopy/crinkly leaves means she needs a drink, overwatering will make her go slimy.
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like a lot of her plant pals. barbara like s a bright spot out of direct sun. keep her soil moist but not soggy and wait til the top 3 inches of soil are dry before giving her another good soak.
she is very expressive and will tell you what mood she's in. droopy/crinkly leaves means she needs a drink, overwatering will make her go slimy.
she doesn't like drafts so keep her away from windows and doors.
put her in the right spot and she will grow to be a real beauty.
shirley - anthurium ellipticum 'jungle bush'
shirley - anthurium ellipticum 'jungle bush'
shirley - anthurium ellipticum 'jungle bush'
this gal likes her soil moist all the time so give her a little top up every few days and a good mist and she'll be happy.
keep her out of drafts and above 16degrees C and always make sure she has great drainage.
likes a good G&T and to watch trashy soaps
debbie - crassula hottentott
shirley - anthurium ellipticum 'jungle bush'
shirley - anthurium ellipticum 'jungle bush'
also known as a button plant, this old beaut loves a bright and warm spot.
Give her a good drink when she is completely dried out to keep her happy.
If any of her arms drop off, just pop them on some soil and you'll have new mini Debbies in no time.
ethel - begonia conchifolia 'red ruby'
francis - schefflera arboricolor compacta
ethel - begonia conchifolia 'red ruby'
this little lady likes to live in a semi shady spot and is good for spaces with artificial lighting. she likes to drink lukewarm water, never cold, be sure to let the soil dry out between watering and in the right conditions she will produce lovely little fragrant white flowers in spring.
a big fan of toblerone and a chocolate orange
barry - caryota mitis
francis - schefflera arboricolor compacta
ethel - begonia conchifolia 'red ruby'
also known as the fishtail palm, this guy likes bright indirect light and plenty of humidity. try to mimic his natural living conditions and he'll be happy. keep him moist but not soggy and give him a feed every couple of months and he'll be happy.
francis - schefflera arboricolor compacta
francis - schefflera arboricolor compacta
francis - schefflera arboricolor compacta
francis can grow to be a very big boy. upwards of 8 feet tall indoors. to tame his growth and maintain a bushier appearance, prune the new growth tips. he likes to dry out significantly between waterings. a common mistake made with these plants is overwatering. let the soil almost completely dry out between waterings. ideally you want to
francis can grow to be a very big boy. upwards of 8 feet tall indoors. to tame his growth and maintain a bushier appearance, prune the new growth tips. he likes to dry out significantly between waterings. a common mistake made with these plants is overwatering. let the soil almost completely dry out between waterings. ideally you want to water him around every 10 days. do not water if the top half of the potting medium is still moist.
rotate him periodically to ensure even growth on all sides and dust the leaves.
he loves a good spin.
sally - oxalis triangularis
bessie - maranta leuconeura 'kerchoveana'
francis - schefflera arboricolor compacta
this pretty little lady is a great indoor plant as long as you follow the rules. RICH RICH RICH SOIL. feed her every two weeks with a diluted plant feed and she will be more than happy. she loves a bright spot and to be kept warm, but out of direct light.
beryl - coffea arabica
bessie - maranta leuconeura 'kerchoveana'
bessie - maranta leuconeura 'kerchoveana'
lots of water with good drainage, high humidity, relatively cool temperatures, and rich, slightly acidic soil is how to keep this little coffee plant happy. keep put of direct sunlight and keep het moist and she will be happy.
you may not get a cup of java out of her, but she makes a great companion for your home.
bessie - maranta leuconeura 'kerchoveana'
bessie - maranta leuconeura 'kerchoveana'
bessie - maranta leuconeura 'kerchoveana'
this prayer plant, also known as rabbits foot is from the brazilian rainforest so imagine the conditions she likes. warm, moist, dappled light and rich soil..
doesn't like cool temperatures, so keep above 15degrees where possible.
good news though, non toxic and pet friendly.
billy - epipremnum aureum ‘marble queen’
florence - ceropegia woodii 'chain of hearts'
billy - epipremnum aureum ‘marble queen’
a sturdy and easy to care for little guy who likes his soil on the dry side, so make sure at least 50% of his soil is dry before you give him a good soak.
the paler the leaves the more sunlight this guy needs. give him a feed once a month and he will grow.
jeff - philodendron cordatum ‘neon’
florence - ceropegia woodii 'chain of hearts'
billy - epipremnum aureum ‘marble queen’
this heart shaped leaf guy is another easy chap to keep happy. he can tolerate a shady situation but lieks indirect light best. Give him a good soak and allow the pot to dry out to halfway before giving him another water and he'll be happy.
florence - ceropegia woodii 'chain of hearts'
florence - ceropegia woodii 'chain of hearts'
this little lady is a succulent and so likes to dry out between waterings. place her in a bright warm spot, north facing window or set back from a south facing one will be great and she will grow and trail her little legs and produce an abundance of these pretty little heart shape leaves
mavis - pilea pepermioides
this fast growing little lady likes to be kept in a humid spot so best in a pebble tray with some water.
water her when she has begun to dry out, but if her leaves start to drop then she needs a drink. place her in a bright spot out of direct light and she will be ahppy.
benny - kalanchoe 'red lips'
benny - kalanchoe 'red lips'
this succulent likes a bright warm spot out of direct light and not a lot of water. great for a bright room or conservatory. careful not to overwater as this can be fatal
isobelle - polka dot begonia
benny - kalanchoe 'red lips'
an absolute beaut, Isabelle enjoys a regular water and a bright spot.
keep her well trimmed so she doesn't get too leggy and she will throw out loads of new leaves for you to enjoy
arthur - philodendron 'silver queen'
gertrude - platycerium veitchii 'braam' silver stag horn fern
agnes - cyrtomium falcatum 'japanese holly fern'
this guy prefers a rich soil and a good drink. make sure his soil never dries out, but he doesn't like to be sat in water. keep him in a bright spot out of direct light and he'll be happy.
agnes - cyrtomium falcatum 'japanese holly fern'
gertrude - platycerium veitchii 'braam' silver stag horn fern
agnes - cyrtomium falcatum 'japanese holly fern'
this little guy likes a really good drink when her soil feels dry at the top. soak her through and let her drain off before placing her back in her little spot. keep her in a shady corner out of direct light
gertrude - platycerium veitchii 'braam' silver stag horn fern
gertrude - platycerium veitchii 'braam' silver stag horn fern
gertrude - platycerium veitchii 'braam' silver stag horn fern
this little lady appreciates a warm humid spot and regular misting. great for bathrooms
marie - chamaedorea elegans 'parlour palm'
gertrude - platycerium veitchii 'braam' silver stag horn fern
this shade tolerant, air purifying little lady likes a good mist once a week or so. if her leaves go brown she is not getting enough humidity
russell - cyrtomium fortunei clivicolum 'holly fern'
this little guy likes a really good drink when his soil feels dry at the top. soak him through and let him drain off before placing him back in his little spot. keep him in a shady corner out of direct light
eddie - senecio rowleyanus 'string of pearls'
dont be tempted to over water this little guy, he stores water in his leaves so can stand a bit of drought. allow him to almost completely dry out between watering and keep him somewhere warm
isobelle - begonia maculata 'polka dot begonia'
isobelle - begonia maculata 'polka dot begonia'
isobelle - begonia maculata 'polka dot begonia'
this pretty little lady likes a bright spot out of direct sunlight, give her a good water but dont let her sit in water as she hates a soggy bum
brian - epiphyllum anguliger 'fishbone cactus'
isobelle - begonia maculata 'polka dot begonia'
isobelle - begonia maculata 'polka dot begonia'
best kept in a spot out of direct sunlight. give him a good soak then allow him to dry out before watering again.
harry - lepismium bolivianum
isobelle - begonia maculata 'polka dot begonia'
baxter - senecio radicans 'string of bananas'
this dude is best kept in a bright, warm spot in soil with great drainage., he prefers to be kept on the dry side
baxter - senecio radicans 'string of bananas'
trish - portulacaria afra 'variegata' elephant bush
baxter - senecio radicans 'string of bananas'
this super easy grower is great as a trailing plant. allow the pot to dry out before giving him a really good water and place him somewherer bright but not in direct sun.
super easy to propagate, just cut off a strand with a sterile knife, allow the woulnd to callous over and place back in the soil, he will soon grow extra shoots
trish - portulacaria afra 'variegata' elephant bush
trish - portulacaria afra 'variegata' elephant bush
trish - portulacaria afra 'variegata' elephant bush
likes a bright spot out of direct sun, water her regularly in the growing season and then next to never during winter
alfred - disocactus ackermannii 'orchid cactus'
trish - portulacaria afra 'variegata' elephant bush
trish - portulacaria afra 'variegata' elephant bush
this guy hates to be cold, so make sure you keep him in a spot out of draughts. allow the soil to dry out about halfway down the pot before giving him another drink and he'll be happy. try to avoid cold water.