How Do Indoor Plants Know What Season It Is? They Don’t

Most houseplants are tropical — they have no concept of seasons at all. Here's what they actually respond to, and how to use that to grow them better.

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How Long Can a Cutting Survive Without Water? Find Out

Longer than you'd think — but it depends on the plant and conditions. I've accidentally tested this more times than I'd like to admit. Here's what I found.

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Should You Break Up Roots When Repotting? Probably Not

Breaking up roots when repotting can do more harm than good — especially for tropical houseplants. Here's when to leave them alone and when it actually helps.

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How Often Should You Change Houseplant Soil? (And When It’s Urgent)

Most people change their houseplant soil too often — or not enough. Here's the actual answer, plus the signs your plant is desperate for fresh soil.

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You Don’t Need Soil to Grow Houseplants (Especially Orchids)

Yes! In fact, for some plants, I actually find it easier to grow them without soil. Or any substrate at all. Just in a jar, ...

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