Houseplants - Guides
Healthy houseplants usually come down to a few essentials: the right light, sensible watering, good drainage, suitable humidity, and catching problems early. Rather than following the same routine for every plant, learn what each species needs and adjust care to the conditions in your home.
Get Light and Watering Right
Start with light, because it affects almost everything else. Explore houseplants for bright light, or learn how adaptable plants such as Pothos, snake plants, Aglaonema, and Dracaena perform indoors. Water according to the plant, season, and dryness of the growing medium rather than on a fixed weekly schedule.
Care for Tropical and Foliage Houseplants
Tropical foliage plants often differ in their needs for humidity, light, and moisture. Learn how to grow Monstera, Philodendron, different Philodendron varieties, Alocasia, Calathea, Dieffenbachia, Peperomia, and Pilea.
Encourage Flowers, Vines, and Healthy Growth
For climbing and trailing plants, explore indoor vining plants and Hoya. To encourage flowering, make sure plants receive enough light and understand their seasonal cycle. See Gardenia’s guides to holiday cacti and orchids, or explore flowering houseplants such as Anthurium, African violet, and peace lily.
Solve Pests and Special Growing Conditions
Check leaves, stems, and growing tips regularly so pests are caught early. Gardenia’s guide to houseplant pest identification and treatment can help diagnose the problem. For unusual indoor environments, explore plants for bathrooms, open terrariums, and closed terrariums.
Keep Houseplants Safe Around Pets
If cats or dogs can reach your plants, check toxicity before bringing a new species home. Use Gardenia’s guides to cat-safe houseplants and dog-safe houseplants. The spider plant is one popular pet-friendly choice. You can also explore Gardenia’s guide to houseplants commonly associated with air purification, while keeping indoor-air claims in perspective.
