Houseplant care for busy people who keep killing them

Real advice. No low light. No misting. Just stuff that works

Stop killing your plants. Start here.

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    Watering

    When to water, how much, and why your pot matters more than you think

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    Light

    Why light is the most important thing you can give your plants — and how to get it right

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    Care Guides

    Species-specific guides for the plants you actually own, written for busy people

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    Pests

    Something’s eating your plant. Here’s how to identify it and get rid of it for good

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    Propagation

    Turn one plant into many — simple methods that actually work

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    Not sure where to begin? These are the most popular guides on the site

    Best Self Watering Pots

    Likely to forget to water? These will be your best friend.

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    Moss Pole Guide

    How to select a suitable stake or pole for you and your plant

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    Aerial Roots Guide

    What to do with aerial roots when they get out of control

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    Hi, I’m Caroline

    I’ve killed more plants than you ever will, but verrry slowly I’ve learnt what works and what doesn’t.

    Every plant guide written and product recommended has been personally experienced (weird way of putting it, but we move) by me.

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