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Best Plants for Oxygen and Cleaner Air? What They Really Do (and 5 Easy Picks)
Houseplants do release oxygen, but not enough to change a home, and the EPA says there is no good evidence they clean it. What the research found, plus five easy plants worth growing anyway.
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Spider Mites on Houseplants: How to Spot Them and Get Rid of Them
Tiny dots, fine webbing, and stippled leaves. How to confirm spider mites with a paper test, wash them...
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Hoya Care for Beginners: Light, Water, and Getting Your Hoya to Bloom
Bright indirect light, a thorough soak then a nearly dry mix, a chunky mix, and a snug pot....
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Christmas Cactus vs Thanksgiving Cactus vs Easter Cactus: How to Tell Them Apart
Check the stem edges: pointed teeth, scallops, or rounded ripples. How to tell the three holiday cacti apart,...
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Christmas Cactus Not Blooming or Dropping Buds? A Fall Bud-Set Plan
Long dark nights, cooler air, steady moisture, and no moving once buds show. What extension sources agree on,...
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Grow Lights for Houseplants: What You Actually Need to Know
When a grow light helps, what type to buy, how far to place it, and how many hours...
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Are Snake Plants Toxic to Cats and Dogs?
The ASPCA lists the snake plant as toxic to cats and dogs. Here is what the listing says,...
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When to Bring Houseplants Inside for Fall and Winter (and How to Do It)
Bring plants in when nights drop into the 50s °F. Here is how to rinse, inspect, acclimate, and...
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Fungus Gnats in Houseplants: How to Get Rid of Them and Keep Them Away
Fungus gnats live in damp potting mix, so the fix is mostly about moisture. Here is what extension...
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Do Plant Pots Need Drainage Holes? A Simple Answer for Beginners
For most houseplants, yes. Here is how to use a pot without holes as a cachepot, and why...
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Should You Repot a New Plant Right Away? How Long to Wait
Usually not. Learn how long to wait, the signs a plant really needs a bigger pot, and how...
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What to Do When Your Plant Arrives in the Mail: Your First-Week Guide
Unbox it, find the right light, check the soil before you water, and wait on repotting. A calm...
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