I always joke that despite my mom having one of the most prominent green thumbs when it comes to plants, I happen to possess a black thumb, meaning I tend to kill just about every houseplant I’ve attempted to nurture. By no means am I intentionally killing plants; rather, I tend to do the opposite of what they require and, as a result, murder them.
I’m not proud of it by any means, and any plant in our home is made of plastic, which I have to dust as opposed to water.
I thought I would write a post or two detailing which sorts of plants are nearly impossible to kill for my own sake, and for the sake of anyone else out there who, like me, has a black thumb. This information comes from figarosgarden.ca.
“1 & 2. Philodendron hederaceum (Heartleaf Philodendron) and Epipremnum aureum (Pothos)
“We start the list with a two-in-one! These classic trailing houseplants have similar growing requirements and adapt to almost any environment. Both can handle low light and missed waterings, and even short periods of sitting in water. These trailing plants are perfect for shelves or hanging planters and are also easy to propagate from cuttings.
“Good for: Anyone who wants fast-growing trailing or vining greenery in low- to medium-light spaces.
“Challenge & Fix: Yellowing leaves can be a sign of nitrogen deficiency. The growth of these tropical plants can sometimes outstrip the nutrients available in their soil. Fertilize at least a couple of times during the growing season.
“3. Sansevieria trifasciata (Snake Plant)
“One of the toughest plants around, the snake plant (also cheekily known as Mother-in-Law’s Tongue) is a perfect plant for beginners and those with lower light conditions. Beloved for its architectural presence, its upright, sword-like leaves sometimes have striking variegation. They also store water, allowing it to tolerate drought and irregular watering. It also does well in low light situations.
“Good for: Those with bright or low-light rooms who travel frequently or forget to water (or even overdo it sometimes).
“Challenge & Fix: Flopping stems indicate overwatering or prolonged low light—allow soil to dry out completely between waterings and move to a brighter spot if possible (or add a grow light),” the web page states.
Check back tomorrow for part two.
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