Category: House Plants

Meet my Philodendron Splendid (Philodendron Verrucosum x Melanochrysum.) It was one vine planted in the pot and was growing nice and tall with beautiful big velvet leaves which you’d think would be a good thing – but it just wasn’t looking it’s best. It was gangly and odd looking, which, don’t get me wrong, is… Continue reading Air Layering – the Best Way to Propagate Philodendron

Monstera Peru, also known as Monstera Karstenianum, is an easy to grow plant with uniquely textured leaves. The leaves are somewhat stiff and can develop interesting colour variations though, those often mean the plant is in need of a change in care. Monstera Peru are suitable for beginner collectors who wish to grow something outside… Continue reading Monstera Sp Peru / Karstenianum

Here in Western Canada, our begonia choices are few and far between which is a shame because there are over 1800 species of begonia. In the genus of begonia there many angel wing begonia varieties. Cane begonias – like the Medora begonia I will be speaking of here, trailing begonias, rhizomatous types, shrub types and… Continue reading Begonia Medora – Mini Angel Wing

Arguably the most popular houseplant on the market today, Monstera Deliciosa is an easy care, fast growing plant that can quickly fill an empty corner. Watching these large, glossy leaves unfurl is one of the most enjoyable events and you’ll be rewarded with many over the years as this plant grows. There are several varieties… Continue reading Monstera Deliciosa

Prayer plants are popular houseplants for good reason. Their beautiful leaves catch the eye with their seemingly painted on patterns and the lemon lime prayer plant is bright and vibrant. This green variety of maranta should not be overlooked as a beginner friendly plant. It is far less fussy than it’s red veined relative and… Continue reading Lemon Lime Prayer Plant – Maranta Leuconeura

Despite it’s reputation for being a finicky diva, the Stromanthe Triostar is one member of the prayer plant family that I have enjoyed immensely. They have beautiful leaves with shades of green, white and pink with bright burgundy undersides. They almost look as though someone has painted them with a brush and they are hard… Continue reading Stromanthe “Triostar” – Stromanthe Sanguina