Elahe Rabiei

Hi, I’m Elaheh. My Academic major is plant protection, and houseplants are my expertise. As a houseplant lover, my house is full of indoor plants and it is my passion to take care of them. Hence, I’m here to share my knowledge and experience about growing healthy houseplants. I am also a plant protection advisor, so feel free to ask me any questions you may have.
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What to Plant in Front of Limelight Hydrangea? The Best for 2025 + Tried and True

What to Plant in Front of Limelight Hydrangea? The Best for 2025 + Tried and True

I, as a horticultural consultant, recommend Impatiens and Hostas as the best companions to plant in front of limelight hydrangea. Do you know why? keep reading! Impatiens is a low-maintenance flowering plant with incredible small blooms that come in a wide range of colours, including red, pink, purple, orange, violet, coral, purple, yellow, and so on. Impatiens is an annual which lets you design your garden according to the colour of the year. Hosta is a low-maintenance perennial plant which I think is one of the best companions of limelight hydrangea due to its wide range of leaf colours, textures,…
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Limelight Hydrangea Vs Oakleaf Hydrangea: Which One Is Better for My Garden

Limelight Hydrangea Vs Oakleaf Hydrangea: Which One Is Better for My Garden

In terms of the limelight hydrangea vs oakleaf hydrangea, the limelight hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight') is known for its large, cone-shaped flower clusters that come in shades of green to white and then turn to pink by aged. While the Oakleaf  Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) is native to the southeastern United States and is well-known for its beautiful cone-shaped flower clusters, which bloom in the summer and change color as they mature. You can easily distinguish between them by considering the oak-like leaves of oakleaf hydrangea. Anyway, both limelight hydrangea and oakleaf hydrangea are eye-catching flowering bushes, but you must notice…
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Viburnum opulus: A Tree with White Flowers that Look Like Hydrangeas

Viburnum opulus: A Tree with White Flowers that Look Like Hydrangeas

Viburnum opulus, also known as European cranberrybush or Guelder Rose, is famous for producing clusters of white flowers that resemble snowballs. Some people mention it as a tree with white flowers that look like hydrangeas. I agree with them because its striking beauty, especially in the spring and fall reminds me of the Hydrangea. I love Viburnum opulus in spring when its incredible flowers attract pollinators, have a delightful fragrance, and create a stunning display in every garden and landscape. However, people call it a tree with white flowers that look like hydrangeas, I think the European cranberrybush has more advantages than Hydrangea for my…
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Apartment Flowers: Ultimate Guide to Creating a Flourishing Indoor Paradise

Apartment Flowers: Ultimate Guide to Creating a Flourishing Indoor Paradise

Look no further than to convert your lifeless apartment into a vitality place for living, we will tell you all the things you should know about creating your own beautiful liveness apartment with flowering plants and Flourishing Indoor Paradise. Say goodbye to your dull living place, after reading this article, your apartment flowers bring colours to your life. Research shows living at home with plants will: reduce your stress improve your mood open your mind boost your focus When your living place is surrounded by plants, you breathe purified air with a lot of oxygen, hence you will have more…
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What Is Smooth Hydrangea? Identify it Easily by my Tips

What Is Smooth Hydrangea? Identify it Easily by my Tips

If you are a Hydrangea fan, you must have heard the name Smooth Hydrangea. But what is Smooth Hydrangea and how I can distinguish it from other types? Although Hydrangeas are known for their incredible blooms, their various types such as Smooth Hydrangea are classified based on their leaf’s characteristics. Hydrangea plants belong to different botanical species. Some sources say there are 23 species in this genus, while others believe there are 49 or even 80. However, there are, only 6 types commonly grown in American gardens: Smooth, Big Leaf, Climbing, Mountain, Panicle, and Oakleaf. In this article, I will…
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What to Plant with Hydrangeas in Pots? Best According to My Test

What to Plant with Hydrangeas in Pots? Best According to My Test

Do you have a potted Hydrangea and are searching for a companion? let's give you the best. When planting hydrangeas in pots, I always choose companion plants that complement the hydrangea’s growing conditions. Hydrangeas typically prefer partial shade and well-drained soil, so I look for plants with similar care requirements to plant with Hydrangeas. I love selecting plants that thrive together and add beauty and texture to the container garden. Here are some of my top choices for planting alongside hydrangeas in pots: Hostas Is a Stunning Companion for Hydrangea   Hostas are a great fit with hydrangeas because they…
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Limelight Hydrangea Vs Incrediball: What Expert Gardeners Say

Limelight Hydrangea Vs Incrediball: What Expert Gardeners Say

Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant, if you're trying to decide between Limelight Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight') and Incrediball Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens 'Incrediball'), here’s a comparison based on my experience with both. They’re both beautiful choices for the garden, but they do have some differences in terms of appearance, care, and overall growth habits. Limelight Hydrangea Vs Incrediball: Size & Growth Habit     Limelight tends to be a much larger shrub—it can grow up to 6–8 feet tall and wide. Its upright and more open form means that it needs more space to spread out. It’s perfect for filling larger garden…
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3 impressive Echeveria setosa Types: All You Should Know

3 impressive Echeveria setosa Types: All You Should Know

Echeveria setosa types include Deminuta, Minor, Cristata. In this post, you will find their aesthetics and features which help you distinguish these varieties and choose the best for your house. I also will tell you about caring for them and you will find facts about these Echeveria setosa types. Echeveria setosa also known as the Mexican Firecracker, is a small succulent with fuzzy, red-tipped leaves. This lovely plant has compact rosettes shape of green leaves. Its leaves are covered with tiny hairs, giving them a velvety texture. I love the vibrant red or orange tips of its leaves which will…
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8 Incredible Lacecap Hydrangea Varieties for 2025

8 Incredible Lacecap Hydrangea Varieties for 2025

Hi, join me in this post to show you 8 of the best lacecap hydrangea varieties from blue types like Bunny Hydrangea to white varieties such as 'Lanarth White' Hydrangea. You will also find lacecap hydrangea varieties like Let's Dance Starlight Hydrangea which produces lovely flowers with pink hues in alkaline Soils. 'Lady in Red' Hydrangea is another stunning lacecap hydrangea with vibrant red stems and deep green leaves with red veins in spring. Most of the lacecap hydrangea varieties belong to Hydrangea macrophylla, however, some varieties have different species such as Hydrangea serrata 'Bluebird and Hydrangea involucrata 'Blue Bunny'. Do…
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4 Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea Varieties that I Can’t Miss Them

4 Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea Varieties that I Can’t Miss Them

Here, I listed four compact varieties of oakleaf hydrangeas with incredible blooms: Munchkin, Pee Wee, Ruby Slippers, and Sikes' Dwarf. These dwarf oakleaf hydrangea varieties are all distinct in appearance while maintaining the characteristic charm of their species. Join me in this post to give you a description of each. Let’s get going. Munchkin Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea   Size: One of the smallest compact oakleaf hydrangeas, typically growing to about 2–3 feet tall and wide. Leaves: Munchkin has small, deeply lobed leaves, which turn a beautiful reddish-purple in the fall, contributing to its multi-season interest. Flowers: The white blooms appear mid-summer, ageing to pinkish…
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