Spider plants (and their adorable plantlets) have graced shelves, windowsills and bookcases in our homes for more than 200 years. Graceful, fast growing and adaptable, the plants are forgiving and hard to kill. It’s no surprise that they’re perennially popular among…
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The ponytail palm or elephant’s foot (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a curious-looking specimen, but lovable with it. Native to Mexico, these exotic perennials aren’t related to true palms but bear a strong resemblance (albeit with an unrulier hairstyle). As you’d expect…
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Lush and exotic zebra plants (Aphelandra squarrosa) bring a tropical feel indoors with dramatic foliage and sunshine yellow bracts. Native to Brazilian rainforests, they crave warm, wet conditions and can be particular. One issue that crops up often is drooping…
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Last year, I got my first peace lily. Needless to say, it’s a beauty – but I was not prepared for the sulking! When it’s unhappy, my plant wastes NO time in letting me know, demanding attention with a melodramatic…
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