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Reviving neglected plants

Houseplant Rescue: How to Revive a Neglected Houseplant

Houseplants offer a wide range of benefits to our homes. Their showy foliage and air-purifying qualities bring a touch of nature inside. However well-intentioned we may be, sometimes our houseplants suffer the effects of neglect. We will look at how to revive your neglected houseplants and bring them back to their full glory. What is …

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How to propagate spider plant

Propagating Spider Plants: A Comprehensive Guide

Types of propagation  Ι   Encouraging a spider plant to grow more spiderettes   Ι  What happens if I leave spiderettes on the plant?  Ι   Common propagation issues   Ι  Conclusion Propagation is a great way to increase your plant collection for free. Propagation methods can vary depending on the parent plant, which we will outline in this …

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How to care for peace lily

Peace Lily Care: Tips For a Healthy Plant

At a glance  Ι   What is peace lily?  Ι   Description  Ι   Cultivars  Ι   Care  Ι   Propagation   Ι  Pests and diseases  Ι   Uses At a glance Family Araceae Botanical name Spathiphyllum spp. Common names Peace lily, White flag, Cupido peace lily, White peace lily, Espatifilo, Mauna Loa, Snowflower Lifespan Perennial Habitat Tropical rainforests Growth habit Clumping …

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Boston fern care

Boston Fern Care: Tips for a Lush and Healthy Plant

At a glance   Ι  What is Boston fern?  Ι   How to care for Boston fern  Ι   Propagation  Ι   Repotting At a glance Family Lomariopsidaceae Botanical name Nephrolepis exaltata ‘Bostoniensis‘ Common names Boston fern, Fishbone fern, Tuber ladder fern Lifespan Perennial Habitat Coniferous forests Mature height 50 – 150 cm Flower colour – Leaf colour Green …

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Is mistletoe toxic to dogs?

Is Mistletoe Toxic to Dogs?

Mistletoe (American and European) is toxic to dogs. The toxic properties are viscumin and lectins – (V. album), and toxalbumin, pharatoxin, viscumin – (P. serotinum), which can cause gastrointestinal upset, low blood pressure and low heart rate. What is mistletoe? Botanical name Phoradendron serotinum (North American) and Viscum album (European) Common names Mistletoe, English mistletoe, …

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Christmas plants toxic and non-toxic to dogs

Christmas Plants and Their Toxicity to Dogs

Christmas plants and pets During the Christmas period, many homes are decorated with plants. Knowing which ones are safe and which ones are potentially dangerous can save pet owners an emergency trip to the veterinarian. This list includes some of the most common Christmas plants and includes the toxic properties. Although many of the plants …

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