Judy

Spider Mites – Plant Pests

by

Learn how to identify and treat the plant pest called Spider Mites. This sucking, tiny insect that causes blotchy yellow leaves with a red haze and gritty feel to them.

Staghorn Fern

by
A close-up photo of a Staghorn Fern mounted on a wooden board. The fern has two large, shield-shaped fronds that are covered in a dense mat of green, hair-like scales. The fronds have wavy edges and are divided into lobes. Several smaller, fiddle-headed fronds are emerging from the center of the plant.

Learn how how to grow, identify, water, feed, prune, and propagate a Staghorn Fern, also called an Elkhorn Fern. Read about Staghorn Fern lighting requirements, diseases, and pests. See a picture and get answers to Staghorn Fern plant care questions.

Persian Shield Plant

by
A close-up photo of a Persian Shield plant with deep purple, ruffled leaves and green stems. The leaves have a metallic sheen and veins that shimmer in the light.

Learn how to grow and care for a Persian Shield plant. See a picture and read about light, water, fertilizer, propagation, pests, diseases, potting, and pruning a Persian Shield plant.

Purple Waffle Plant

by
A succulent houseplant with ruffled, puckered leaves resembling waffles, showcasing a blend of purple and green hues.

Read how to identify, care for, and grow a Purple Waffle plant. See a picture and read tips on light, water, fertilizer, propagation, pests, diseases, and pruning. Learn if a Purple Waffle plant is poisonous and if it cleans the air from Houseplant411.com.

Philodendron Micans

by
A potted Philodendron-Micans showcasing its signature velvety texture and subtle variegation, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.

Read our how to grow care guide for a velvet- leafed philodendron micans, also called a Velvet Leaf philodendron. See a picture and read about light, water, fertilizer, pruning, pests, diseases, and propagation.

Ornamental Pepper Plant

by
A potted ornamental pepper plant with clusters of miniature peppers in various stages of ripening, adding a touch of whimsy and color to any space.

Learn how to grow an Ornamental Pepper plant. Read our care tips on light, water, fertilizer, temperature, and how to get the plant to grow fruit.

False Aralia

by
A close-up photo of a False Aralia plant. The plant has large, glossy leaves with ruffled edges, arranged in a spiral pattern on the stem. Some leaves are variegated with light and dark green shades. The plant is potted in a decorative ceramic pot.

How to grow and care for a false aralia, schefflera elegantissima, spider aralia. Learn lighting needs and how to water, fertilizer, propagate, and prune. See a picture and read answers to questions about False Aralia plant care.

Terrarium

by
A handcrafted terrarium filled with air plants, succulents, and tillandsias, creating a low-maintenance and visually captivating display.

Learn about different types of terrariums and the right plants to put in the at Houseplant411.com

Poisonous Houseplants Reference Book

by

In her new book, Don’t Feed Me to Your Cat!, plant care professional Judy Feldstein shares information about twenty-five common houseplants, each with various levels of toxicity, and the possible consequences if your pet or child snacks on them.