Plant Index - Beginner's Guide to House & Garden Plants

You may not think of the banana plant as a houseplant and rightfully so — this plant requires full sun and tropical climate.
But what if you don’t live in an area where the banana plant would survive outdoors? Can you grow the banana plant indoors?
Many have grown this plant indoors successfully and now you can too if you follow my tips and advice that I discuss below....

With large leaves that are spotted with holes much like a Swiss cheese, the Monstera Deliciosa is a large-growing tropical plant that feels right at home even in an apartment setting.
This is a plant for new plant owners, or simply anyone who finds the foliage of this vining plant appealing. They’re easy enough to take care of and can beautifully complement the decor of your home....

Spider mites are common in houseplants and they attack orchids too. Because they can cause considerable damage to plants, it’s important to identify, isolate and treat a spider mite infestation.
If you suspect your orchid may be overrun by spider mites, read my approach to treating a spider mite infestation in your orchid....

If you’ve ever propagated pothos plants, you already know that stem cuttings can be propagated in water. But what about growing pothos plants in water? Is it possible?
Yes, you can grow your pothos in water and you may have an easier time doing so than growing them in potting medium....