Every thriving plant needs the right balance of water, light, nutrients, and seasonal care. In this category, you’ll find beginner-friendly and advanced guides on watering schedules, humidity tips, fertilizing routines, soil mixes, and repotting strategies. Learn how to keep your plants strong through the seasons and understand exactly what they need at each stage of growth. For even more accuracy, our VerdeBotany AI Plant Doctor Tool creates a personalized care plan tailored to your plant species, your home’s light conditions, and your watering habits—helping you grow with confidence.
N-P-K Explained: How to Read a Fertilizer Label (2025) Updated: 2025 N-P-K Explained: How to Read a Fertilizer Label Quick answer: Fertilizer labels show three numbers like 10-10-10. These represent N (Nitrogen) for leafy growth, P (Phosphorus) for roots/flowers, and K (Potassium) for overall strength. A balanced fertilizer (like 10-10-10 or 20-20-20) works for most … Read more
Your Ultimate Guide to Rooting Plant Cuttings (For Every Type of Plant) — 2025 Updated: 2025 Your Ultimate Guide to Rooting Plant Cuttings (For Every Type of Plant) Quick answer: You can root new plants from stem cuttings, leaf cuttings, division, or air layering. Most beginners start with stem cuttings rooted in water or soil. … Read more
The Pothos Propagation Masterclass: Step-by-Step for Your First Plant (2025) Updated: 2025 The Pothos Propagation Masterclass: Step-by-Step for Your First Plant Quick answer: To propagate pothos, take 4–6″ stem cuttings with at least one node (the small bump where roots form), remove the lower leaf, and root in clean water or a moist, well-draining mix … Read more
How to Check Your Plant’s Soil Moisture (The Simple Finger Test and Beyond) — 2025 Updated: 2025 How to Check Your Plant’s Soil Moisture (The Simple Finger Test and Beyond) Quick answer: The easiest way to check soil moisture is the finger test: stick your finger 1–2 inches into the soil—if it feels dry, water; … Read more
The Ultimate Guide to Humidity for Houseplants (2025) Updated: 2025 The Ultimate Guide to Humidity for Houseplants Quick answer: Most tropical houseplants prefer 40–60% humidity. Dry homes (especially in winter) can cause crispy leaves, brown tips, and stalled growth. Solutions include humidifiers, pebble trays, grouping plants, or mini greenhouses. For a custom humidity plan tailored … Read more
The #1 Mistake Killing Your Plants: Overwatering vs. Underwatering (2025) Updated: 2025 The #1 Mistake Killing Your Plants: Overwatering vs. Underwatering Quick answer: Overwatering is the leading cause of houseplant death. It causes yellow, mushy leaves, root rot, and fungus gnats. Underwatering, on the other hand, leads to dry, crispy edges, drooping, and stunted growth. … Read more
The Ultimate Guide to Plant Shelves and Stands (2025) Updated: 2025 The Ultimate Guide to Plant Shelves and Stands Quick answer: Plant shelves and stands are more than storage—they’re design anchors. The best setups use tiered heights, pet-safe placement, and balanced styling. Not sure which plants work for your shelves? Use our AI Plant Doctor … Read more
A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your First Terrarium (2025) Updated: 2025 A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your First Terrarium Quick answer: To make a terrarium, choose open or closed style, add layers in this order—drainage (pebbles), charcoal, soil, then plants + decor—and place it in bright-indirect light. Open terrariums suit succulents/cacti; closed terrariums suit humidity … Read more
Top 10 Pet-Friendly Plants That Are Also Easy to Care For (2025) Updated: 2025 Top 10 Pet-Friendly Plants That Are Also Easy to Care For Quick answer: You don’t have to choose between plants and pets. These 10 houseplants are non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA-verified) and thrive with simple care. From spider plants to … Read more
The Definitive Guide to Pet-Safe Houseplants (ASPCA-Verified) — 2025 Updated: 2025 The Definitive Guide to Pet-Safe Houseplants (ASPCA-Verified) Quick answer: Many beautiful houseplants are non-toxic to cats and dogs—but some popular favorites are not. Below you’ll find an ASPCA-verified list of safe choices, the common toxic plants to avoid, and safer look-alike swaps. For a … Read more