My Leaves

photosynthesis and plant growth

How does photosynthesis affect plant growth?

Plant growth is a very complex process.  Photosynthesis is one of the major key players in helping plants grow.  The leaves on the plant are especially important as they are...

How does photosynthesis affect plant growth?

Plant growth is a very complex process.  Photosynthesis is one of the major key players in helping plants grow.  The leaves on the plant are especially important as they are...

houseplant chores

Common Houseplant Chores

Maintaining healthy and vibrant houseplants requires regular care and attention on a regular basis.  Some of my houseplant chores include dusting, pruning, pest and disease management, cleaning containers, and most...

Common Houseplant Chores

Maintaining healthy and vibrant houseplants requires regular care and attention on a regular basis.  Some of my houseplant chores include dusting, pruning, pest and disease management, cleaning containers, and most...

making aroid mix with only 4 ingredients

4 Ingredient Super Chunky Potting Mix for most ...

Coco coir is a popular growing medium for tropical plants including plants from the Araceae family and for a very good reason. Coco coir provides excellent water retention providing your...

4 Ingredient Super Chunky Potting Mix for most ...

Coco coir is a popular growing medium for tropical plants including plants from the Araceae family and for a very good reason. Coco coir provides excellent water retention providing your...

plant care for Aroids (Araceae family) or houseplants

General Aroid Plant Care

Aroid plants are a diverse group of plants so proper care can vary depending on the specific type of plant.  However, there are some general guidelines that can help new...

General Aroid Plant Care

Aroid plants are a diverse group of plants so proper care can vary depending on the specific type of plant.  However, there are some general guidelines that can help new...

leaf growth

How do plants grow?

Plant growth involves a combination of cell division, elongation, and differentiation.  It is a complex biological process driven by genetics and environmental factors. Briefly, plant growth occurs via germination, cell...

How do plants grow?

Plant growth involves a combination of cell division, elongation, and differentiation.  It is a complex biological process driven by genetics and environmental factors. Briefly, plant growth occurs via germination, cell...

plant tissue culture

What is plant tissue culture?

What is plant tissue culture?   Plant tissue culture has been around for years, and it is an invaluable tool for plant breeding, research, and the production of high-quality plants...

What is plant tissue culture?

What is plant tissue culture?   Plant tissue culture has been around for years, and it is an invaluable tool for plant breeding, research, and the production of high-quality plants...