Chrysanthemum Blooms come in many colors and last for several weeks. Chose plants with both open flowers and opening buds....

Chlorophytum comosum Spider plants are ideal for beginners because they are very easy to care for. Display them in a...

Calathea Most peacock plants are grown for their leaves. Calathea roseopicta leaves have red undersides. HOW NOT TO KILL IT...

Billbergia nutans This is one of the easiest bromeliads to grow. Try displaying queen’s tears in a hanging planter. HOW...

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EMERALD FERN Asparagus densiflours Sprengeri Group   Not actually a fern, but a member of the lily family, this easy...

ANTHURIUM Also called flamingo flower, this easy-to-grow houseplants has wavy, exotic, brightly colored flowers (spathes) that can last for weeks....

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MAIDENHAIR FERN (Adiantum raddianum)   This delicate, arching fern is quite fussy and can be tricky to grow – it...

WATER IT Incorrect watering is the main reason that houseplants die – particularly overwatering. Here are the best methods to...

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ELEPHANT’S EAR Alocasia x amazonica   Elephant’s ears like hot, steamy conditions and have impressive, veined, dark green leaves. HOW...