Champs Elysees Pothos: Care and Identification
How to identify a Champs Elysees pothos by its puckered, neon green leaves, plus simple care, propagation and pet safety tips.
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Basil Seedlings: Care From Sprout to First Harvest
A week-by-week guide to basil seedling care, from sowing and thinning to pinching, potting up and your first harvest, plus how to fix leggy seedlings.
Genovese Basil vs Other Basil Types (Which to Grow Indoors)
Genovese basil is the classic Italian sweet basil for pesto. See how it compares with Greek, purple, Thai and other basil types, and which one to grow indoors.
Monstera Varieties: 12 Types and How to Tell Them Apart
A beginner friendly guide to 12 monstera varieties, from easy Monstera deliciosa and adansonii to Thai Constellation, Albo half moon and rare obliqua, with rarity, cost and care compared.
Is Basil Toxic to Cats? Safe Herbs vs Herbs to Avoid
Basil is not toxic to cats, according to the ASPCA, but several herbs that grow beside it are. See the safe vs toxic herb table and what to do if your cat eats one.
Are Monstera Plants Toxic to Cats? Symptoms, First Aid and Safe Swaps
Are monstera plants toxic to cats? Yes. Here is what the calcium oxalate crystals do, which symptoms are urgent, what to do right away and which cat-safe plants to grow instead.
Spider Plant Babies: When to Cut and 3 Ways to Root Them
Learn when spider plant babies are ready to cut, where to snip them, and how to root them in water, soil or while still attached, plus first-month care.
Snake Plant Benefits: What’s Real and What’s Myth
The real snake plant benefits are easy care, low-light tolerance and a calmer-feeling room. Here’s what the science says about air purifying claims, bedroom and office placement, and pet safety.
Are Pothos Toxic to Cats? Symptoms, What to Do and Safer Swaps
Yes, pothos are toxic to cats. Learn the symptoms and timeline, exactly what to do if your cat chews pothos, how to cat-proof the plant, and 5 ASPCA-listed safe swaps.
How to Propagate Pothos: 3 Easy Methods (With Root Timeline)
Learn how to propagate pothos in water, soil or sphagnum moss, exactly where to cut below the node, and what to expect week by week as the roots grow.
