Should You Mist Your Snake Plant?

As you guys know, I love to integrate houseplants into my home decor. It’s great to use fake plants like this one, but I also like to use real plants when I can. There’s just something magical about bringing the outside in, that elevates a design every single time. Don’t sleep on plants guys. Especially … Read more

Is Creeping Jenny Drought Tolerant? The Surprising Ability of This Versatile Groundcover

Creeping jenny also known by its botanical name Lysimachia nummularia is a popular groundcover plant known for its bright yellow cup-shaped flowers and trailing habit. But is this versatile plant also drought tolerant? As a gardener, I’m always on the lookout for plants that can withstand dry conditions, which led me to research creeping jenny’s … Read more

Distinguishing Plane Tree Leaves from Maple Leaves: A Guide for Beginners

As an amateur botanist, one of the most common dilemmas I face is telling apart plane tree leaves from maple leaves. While both belong to completely different genera – Platanus for plane trees and Acer for maples – their leaves can look frustratingly similar at first glance. However, with some knowledge of key identification features, … Read more