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David Worth
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What are Thrips? What to Look for and How to Treat Houseplants for Them

Of the many different pests that can affect our houseplants, perhaps none are as stealthy as thrips. These tiny insects can fly under the radar for so long that you…
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All of Your Fungus Gnat Questions Answered
As one of the most common pests that take up residence in our houseplants uninvited, it’s no wonder there is a lot of curiosity regarding fungus gnats. What are they?…
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What are Fungus Gnats? How Do You Get Rid of Them in Your Houseplants?
One universal truth about houseplants is that if you own them, at some point, they are going to get fungus gnats. Not only are these flies one of the most…
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Will Aphids Kill Houseplants? And 13 Other Common Questions About Aphids
Although found much more frequently on outdoor plants, aphids can be a common insect that takes up residency on your tender houseplants. Despite being pretty ubiquitous as a plant pest,…
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How to Treat Indoor Houseplants for Aphids and What to Look Out For
If you are one of the few houseplant enthusiasts who haven’t had to deal with an outbreak of aphids, I have just one thing to say. You’re one lucky duck!…
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How to Stake a Philodendron Houseplant and Train it to Climb
One of the most attractive things about trailing Philodendron houseplants is how they tend to cascade over the sides of their pots, creating curtains of foliage that can be displayed…
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Watering Philodendrons 101: How Much Do They Need? How About Humidity?
We all love Philodendrons because they are usually pretty easy to care for, and their abundance of leaves adds interest to our homes. We know we have to take good…
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Nine Tips for Encouraging Philodendrons to Grow
Most Philodendrons don’t need a whole lot of encouragement to grow, often putting out several inches of growth during a season. However, in some cases, you may notice that your…
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Five Reasons Why Your Philodendron is Producing Small Leaves
Most of us buy Philodendrons because they are versatile, low-maintenance, lovely foliage plants that add beauty to our homes. However, you may notice that after some time, your plant produces…
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5 Signs It’s Time to Repot Your Philodendron
If you’ve owned any Philodendrons in your lifetime, you likely know that, while not always the most vigorous houseplants, they certainly do a great job filling out their pots. In…
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