Type of Indoor Plants

28

Dec

By Elahe Rabiei

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House Plant Identification, Common and Best House Plants, Type of Indoor Plants

All Types of Ivy Houseplants: True Way to Identify Ivy Plant Types

Various Ivy (Hedera) species grow indoors and outdoors while almost all Ivy houseplants belong to English Ivy (Hedera helix). As a horticultural consultant, I know that the leaf's shape and colour are the best factors in identifying Ivy house plants. For example, some varieties such as Asteriks Ivy (with their distinctly star-shaped leaves), Ivy lace (with curly leaves) and Sweetheart Ivy (with heart-shape leaves) can easily be distinguished by their leaf shape and others like Buttercup Ivy (with shiny bright yellow leaves) can be easily identified by leaf colour. In this post, I listed 26 Ivy houseplants with their images, I think…

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17

Dec

By Elahe Rabiei

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Type of Indoor Plants, Common and Best House Plants

5 Stunning Indoor Weeping Plants that Cannot Ignore

I’ve always been captivated by indoor weeping plants. Their cascading or drooping branches and lush foliage bring a touch of elegance and softness to my home. I love how their flowing forms create a soothing and tranquil ambience, making them perfect for enhancing any interior space. Some of my favourites, like the Weeping Fig or Ponytail Palm, are relatively easy to care for, while others, such as bonsai or tropical varieties, demand more attention. Beyond their beauty, I’ve found many of these plants also purify the air, making them aesthetically pleasing and functional. Here, I listed 5 incredible indoor weeping…

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16

Dec

By Elahe Rabiei

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Type of Indoor Plants, Easy House Plants

Malabar spinach Varieties that I Cultivated: Build your Kitchen Garden

As a kitchen garden fan, I grow Malabar spinach (Basella), a tropical vine with edible, succulent leaves and stems. It's fast-growing and thrives in warm, tropical climates. There are several varieties of Malabar spinach, which differ mainly in the colour of their stems and leaves. The most common ones are Basella alba (green-leaved) and Basella rubra (red-leaved), though there are other species, such as Basella cordifolia and some wild varieties, that are less commonly cultivated. Here's what I've learned about these varieties: 1- Appearance:     Leaves: The leaves of Malabar spinach are large, thick, and glossy. The green-leaved variety (Basella…

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08

Dec

By Elahe Rabiei

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Indoor Gardening, Easy House Plants

Tips to Grow Malabar Spinach Indoors: Welcome to my Indoor Kitchen Garden

I’m a big fan of Kitchen gardens and have a Malabar spinach in a pot at my house and assure you that growing Malabar spinach indoors can be a rewarding experience if you can provide it with the right conditions. While this plant thrives in tropical climates, it can adapt well to indoor environments with a little extra attention. Here’s how I grow Malabar spinach indoors successfully: Choosing the Right Pot for your Malabar Spinach Indoors Size: I always pick a 12-inch (30 cm) or larger pot to give my Malabar spinach enough room to grow. This size helps the…

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23

Nov

By Elahe Rabiei

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Indoor Gardening, Easy House Plants

Growing my Kumquats Indoors: Bets Soil and Repotting

Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant and a houseplant lover. I have an indoor kumquat tree that rewards me with its fragrant blooms and lovely fruits. Repotting my kumquat is a great way to encourage healthy growth and prevent it from becoming root-bound. Here, I will share my experiences about the best potting soil for Kumquats and my method for repotting my own. Let’s get going. Best Soil for Indoor Kumquats To optimise the care of my kumquat tree, choosing the right potting mix is essential for healthy growth. Here are the key factors and ingredients I look for when selecting the best…

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24

Oct

By Elahe Rabiei

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Common and Best House Plants, Type of Indoor Plants

Difference Between Indoor and Outdoor Hydrangea

Outdoor Hydrangea is known as Garden or Landscape Hydrangea and most often belongs to 6 common types of cultivated Hydrangeas: Smooth, Bigleaf, Panicle, Climbing, Oakleaf, and Mountain, you can see their list at the end of this post. Indoor Hydrangea the so-called Gift or Florist Hydrangea, most often belongs to Bigleaf Hydrangea (H. macrophylla). So, Florist and Garden Hydrangeas belong to the same species but what is the difference between indoor and outdoor hydrangea? Before answering this question, let me ask you “Why do you buy a potted Hydrangea?” undoubtedly, you will say because of its incredible over-the-top blooms. Yeah, but have…

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27

Aug

By Elahe Rabiei

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Type of Indoor Plants, Common and Best House Plants

5 True Trailing Echeveria: Make your collection special

Can Echeverias grow training? Yes, a trailing Echeveria like Echeveria harmsii, Echeveria setosa, Echeveria lilacina, Echeveria elegans, and Echeveria derenbergii, is a captivating addition to any succulent collection. Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant and today want to give you a list of Echeverias with long stems which are adorned with vibrant rosettes of fleshy leaves. They create a stunning and unique display. Let's get going. Trailing echeveria plants can offer a touch of elegance and interest to your indoor and outdoor spaces. Whether you prefer the powdery-blue leaves of Echeveria lilacina or the fiery tips of Echeveria setosa, here is…

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26

Aug

By Elahe Rabiei

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Type of Indoor Plants, Hanging House Plants

4 Trailing Jade Types to Make Your Unique Collection

Crassula ovata is the Jade plant but Trailing Jade plants don’t belong to Crassula. The most famous Trailing Jade Types are Peperomia rotundifolia plants, however, there are other crawling plants like Senecio Jacobsenii, Peperomia pecuniifolia, and Peperomia obtusifolia 'Jade' which are also known as Trailing Jade. Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant and today want to introduce 4 stunning Trailing Jade plants which as Ideal for putting on shelves, hanging baskets, or windowsills. Here are their images, a brief overview of their appearance and habit growth. I also provided caring tips to help you grow these lovely Training Jade Types healthy and…

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17

Aug

By Elahe Rabiei

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Type of Indoor Plants, Indoor Gardening

Etiolated Echeveria afterglow: Deal with and Fix it by Tested Tips

Why is my compact Echeveria afterglow growing leggy? Several wrong caring manners lack of enough light, overwatering, and feeding with high-nitrogen fertilizers can cause this problem. However improper light conditions are the most important reason for etiolated Echeveria afterglow Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant, and here I will discuss the reasons for the long stem in Echeveria afterglow, I will help you how to deal with this problem and fix it. After reading this article you can also prevent the leggy growth of your Echeveria afterglow. Keep reading. Echeveria afterglow: A Stunning Succulent The Echeveria afterglow is a true showstopper.…

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12

Aug

By Elahe Rabiei

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Type of Indoor Plants, Easy House Plants

Pro Tips for Echeveria afterglow Indoor: According to my Tests

The Echeveria afterglow is highly valued for its vibrant colours, impressive size, and caring ease which makes it a perfect choice for most indoor plant fans. You can grow Echeveria afterglow indoor by providing bright indirect sunlight, watering when its soil dries out and feeding with a proper low-nitrogen fertilizer. However, you must know more about its problems and other gardening tips like repotting and pruning. Keep reading to find out tips for growing Echeveria afterglow indoors healthy. Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant and am writing this post to give a reliable answer to most questions people ask me about…

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