Ask Categories: Houseplants

Dividing Philodendron or Swiss cheese Plant *

I have repotted this plant several times. I now wonder if I should in fact divide it before I repot again. I am uncertain if this would be a good idea. If it is, would you please tell me the…

Moving Large Aloe Plant *

I am moving very soon and I don’ t know how I am going to move my large aloe. Should I try dividing it up or can you suggest someone who could help me?    …

Potted Grapefruit Trees Dying *

Hello, we have two approximately four year-old potted grapefruit trees that have been healthy up until recently. We have kept them outdoors during the spring and summer months and have recently brought them indoors since the weather has gotten colder.…

Overwintering Eugenia Topiary *

Hello, I have 2 Eugenia topiaries on my front porch ( mostly shade). How do I keep them alive through the winter? I do have a small shed and a bit of space in the garage – am afraid of…

Phalaenopsis Orchid *

First, for the record, I have never before had any luck with house plants and so in the past preferred fresh cut flowers. Then those lovely phalaenopsis orchids became widely available, so for the last few years I have been…

Orchids *

We have had orchids growing for many years, with no blooms; can you suggest an organization for consultation and ultimately, as an ‘adopter’ of our plants?…

When to prune a Hibiscus*

I have 2 tropical hibiscus plants that I put outside in the summer and bring in the house for the winter. This summer they have been very happy and have more than doubled in size. They are each about 3…

Bringing Boston Ferns Indoors *

Is it possible to bring Boston Ferns Indoors and keep as a houseplant over winter? I have 4 magnificent plants on my deck and would love to keep them. What is required for care indoors? Thank you!…

Plumeria *

My plumeria is in it’s 1st year and I kept indoors from March through May. It had started to put out leaves and did well. I put it outdoors in the full sun and watered and fertilized. It grew and…