QUESTION: Can you root a piece of Christmas cactus in water? I was thinking of taking a piece from mine and making a new plant for a friend. - Tricia C ANSWER: Some plants can be propagated by rooting a cutting in water, while other plants must have soil in order for their … [Read more...]

By Jennifer Poindexter Ficus trees were once all the rage in home décor. If you still have one, you were wise for hanging on to it because they’re making a comeback. This time around, many gardeners are trying their hand at growing an array of live trees in their home. One … [Read more...]

By Jennifer Poindexter Have you heard the saying, “Money doesn’t grow on trees?” You might feel encouraged after hearing there’s a plant called the money tree plant that people frequently grow in their homes. This tree naturally grows in the swamps of Central and South … [Read more...]

By Jennifer Poindexter Have you ever heard of the wandering jew plant? There was a time when it was one of the most common houseplants. It’s also known by the name of spiderworts. However, the name wandering jew comes from its propagation habits. The plant is easy to … [Read more...]

By Jennifer Poindexter The spider plant is a common houseplant of choice for those who love the look of fresh, green colors woven within their home décor. If you’d like to go for this look, you should consider growing this popular houseplant too. It’s an easy plant to grow … [Read more...]