Pet Friendly Plants

This Chinese money plant is a great choice for creating ambiance in your space. Pilea peperomoides requires minimal care, including occasional watering and bright, indirect sunlight. With proper care it can thrive for years. An ideal low-maintenance houseplant!

Care:

• Bright, Indirect Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the leaves. East or west-facing windows or filtered light work well.
• Moderate Watering: Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Allow excess water to drain freely.
• Well-Draining Soil: Use a commercial potting mix specifically formulated for houseplants or add perlite for better drainage.
• Moderate Humidity: Adapts well to average household humidity, but thrives in higher humidity levels. 
• Fertilize Monthly During Spring and Summer: Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
• Propagates Easily: Produces small "plantlets" on stems, allowing for easy propagation and sharing.
• Non-Toxic to Pets and Humans: Makes a safe addition to your home, but many cats enjoy chewing on these plants as they will have a euphoric effect on the cat and eating too much may cause them to have an upset stomach

• Easy-going and forgiving: Ideal for both plant enthusiasts and beginners.
• Low-maintenance: Requires minimal care and thrives in a wide range of lighting conditions.
• Long-lasting: Can thrive for years with proper care.

Care:

Light: Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal. Too much direct sun can scorch the leaves. East or west-facing windows are perfect spots.

Water: Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Allow excess water to drain freely.

Soil: Well-draining potting mix is crucial. A mixture designed for succulents or cacti works well.

Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing in fall and winter.

Temperature: Comfortable room temperatures between 65-80°F are ideal. Avoid exposing it to drafts or sudden temperature changes.

Humidity: Adapts well to average household humidity, but thrives in higher humidity levels. Misting occasionally or using a pebble tray can help.

Pruning: Not necessary for regular growth but can be done to control size or remove leggy stems. Pinch back new growth to encourage bushier appearance.

The Bird's Nest Fern (Asplenium nidus) is a beautiful and popular houseplant known for its unique rosette of fronds that grow around a central "nest." The fronds can reach up to 2 feet long and are a deep green color with a glossy sheen. The "nest" is where the new fronds emerge from and is often filled with fluffy brown scales.

Bird's Nest Ferns are relatively easy to care for, but they do have some specific needs. Here are the key things to keep in mind:

• Light: Bird's Nest Ferns prefer bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. A north or east-facing window is ideal.

• Water: Water your Bird's Nest Fern when the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. However, don't let the soil dry out completely either.

• Humidity: Bird's Nest Ferns prefer high humidity. If your home is dry, you can increase the humidity around your plant by misting it regularly or placing it on a pebble tray filled with water.

• Temperature: Bird's Nest Ferns prefer warm temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid placing them in drafty areas or near heat sources.

• Fertilizer: Fertilize your Bird's Nest Fern once a month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. 

• Potting: Bird's Nest Ferns prefer to be rootbound, so don't repot them unless they are completely rootbound or the pot is broken. When you do repot, use a well-draining potting mix.

With proper care, your Bird's Nest Fern should thrive for many years.

Staghorn ferns offer a unique and rewarding addition to your indoor jungle. With the right care, these majestic beauties can thrive and add a touch of natural wonder to your home. Just remember their specific needs for mounting, humidity, and watering, and they'll reward you with years of lush foliage.

Care:

Light: Bright, indirect sunlight is essential. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the fronds. East or west-facing windows or filtered light work well.

Mounting: Mount on a board or plaque using sphagnum moss or a commercially available mounting medium. Ensure good drainage.

Watering: Soak the entire mount thoroughly when the top inch feels dry. Mist the fronds regularly, especially in dry climates.

Humidity: High humidity (60-80%) is crucial. Use a humidifier, group plants together, or place on a pebble tray filled with water.

Temperature: Warm temperatures between 60-85°F are ideal. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

Fertilizer: Dilute a balanced liquid fertilizer and apply monthly during the growing season (spring and summer).

• Bring a touch of tropical elegance to your space with this lush Parlor Palm. Its graceful fronds and air-purifying qualities make it an ideal choice for homes and offices. This easy-to-care-for palm comes in a classic 6" pot.

Care Instructions

• Light: Thrives in medium to bright indirect light. Avoid direct sun.

• Water: Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter.

• Humidity: Average room humidity is fine, but occasional misting is appreciated.

• Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets and humans.

Mandarin Magic: Chlorophytum Mandarin Orange 

Unleash a burst of citrusy charm with the captivating Chlorophytum Mandarin Orange! This vibrant Spider Plant variety boasts fiery orange petioles and mid-veins, adding a touch of tropical flair to your indoor space. Easy to care for and brimming with personality, it's the perfect plant for busy plant parents and sunshine seekers alike.

Nurturing Your Citrus Gem:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid direct sun exposure, which can scorch the leaves.

• Watering: Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry, then allow excess water to drain completely. Overwatering is a major threat.

• Humidity: Adapts well to average household humidity but appreciates occasional misting, especially in dry climates.

• Soil: Well-draining potting mix is crucial. Consider a cactus or succulent mix to prevent waterlogging.

• Temperature: Comfortable in normal room temperatures (65-80°F). Avoid drafts and sudden temperature changes.

• Fertilizer: Feed lightly once a month during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.

 The Calathea Peacock is a visually stunning houseplant that adds a touch of tropical flair to any home. However, its specific care requirements make it best suited for experienced plant owners willing to provide the necessary attention.

Description:

• Leaves: Elliptical-shaped, dark green with prominent reddish-purple markings like peacock feathers. Underside of leaves are burgundy-colored.

• Size: Grows up to 2 feet tall and wide.

• Habit: Folds its leaves upwards at night, resembling praying hands. This is a really neat thing to see, they really do stand up at night!

Care Requirements:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. East or north-facing windows are ideal.

• Water: Likes consistently moist soil but not soggy. Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry, then allow excess water to drain. It does not like to dry out and the leaves start to curl when it is too dry. Keep an eye on how quickly the dirt is drying, if it starts to dry out quicker than normal it might be time to replant it to ensure there is plenty of soil for the roots. 

• Humidity: Thrives in high humidity (50-60%). Use a humidifier or group it with other humidity-loving plants. I have had a lot of success keeping mine in my bathroom window, the humidity from the shower has been really good for it. 

• Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic potting mix. A mix with peat moss, perlite, and orchid bark works well.

• Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Avoid drafts and sudden temperature changes. If you have it in a window, be careful on very cold or warm days that the leaves touching the window are not injured by the extreme temperatures outside.

• Fertilizer: Feed monthly during the growing season with a half-strength, balanced liquid fertilizer.

• Propagation: Can be propagated through division or stem cuttings in spring.

Also these are pet and kid safe!