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Tips, tricks, and plant guides to make plant care downright easy.
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5 Air Purifying Plants
House getting too stuffy during quarantine? Need to clear the air? This is the article for you.
Getting Your Plants Ready for Spring
Learn how to get your plants ready for the new season.
5 Common Plant Parent Mistakes
In this installment of The Potting Shed, we’ll discuss common plant parent mistakes and how to avoid them.
Plant Parent Basics: Aeration
As part of our feature series, Plant Parent Basics, in this article you will learn about the essential plant parent task of aerating your plant’s soil to ensure proper watering.
5 Plant Podcasts
Are you looking to learn more about plants and how to care for them? Peep this article to see our favorite podcasts about plants and plant know-how.
5 Plants for People Who Kill Plants
Are you THAT person who’s guilty of killing every plant you've ever owned? This is the article for you.
Plants That Work Well in a Bathroom
Plants are the perfect accessory for any bathroom by adding pops of color and texture. Keep reading to learn about our favorite plants (that also thrive!) in a bathroom.
5 "Must Have" Plant Parent Accessories
With so many fun accessories, the essentials can get lost. Here's our rundown of plant parent must-haves.
5 Plants for Your College Dorm Room
Looking for a little greenery to spruce up your home away from home? Look no further, ZEN has got you covered.
Caring for Tropical Houseplants
Is this your first rodeo with a philodendron or calathea? Never fear, The ZEN Succulent is here to help be the best plant parent you can be.
5 Fun Ways to Expand Your Plant Knowledge
Are you looking to learn more about houseplants and how to care for them? Continue reading for our list of fun ways to expand your plant knowledge.
5 Picks for New Plant Parents
We’ve picked out five of our favorite plants for beginner plant parents. These plants also make great gifts, especially to those who might lack a green thumb.
5 Plants That Thrive on Neglect
Are you guilty of killing every plant you've ever owned? Or maybe looking for a plant that doesn't require much attention? This is the article for you.
Plant Parent Basics: Propagation
Propagation. That thing you keep hearing about that you "swear you're gonna try one day". Well, plant parents, the time has come to learn.
The good news is it's easy and it's free. That's right, we said EASY. We promise. In this post, we'll outline the basic approaches to plant propagation that folks with any level of plant experience can successfully do with a smidge of patience.
5 Pet Friendly Plants
Do you have fur children in addition to your plant fam? This article highlights five house plants that are safe for pets.
Caring for a Venus Fly Trap
Venus flytraps (Dionaea muscipula) are easily one of the coolest carnivorous plants, with their jaw-like leaves that snap shut around their prey! They have gorgeous coloration as well, typically vivid green leaves in stark contrast with deep crimson.
Caring for Monstera deliciosa
There is much to love about this gorgeous plant, from its unique heart-shaped leaves to its impressive ability to bring the jungle into your living room. Fortunately for us plant lovers, Monstera deliciosa is an incredibly easy houseplant to care for.
5 Gifts for the Plant Lover on Your List
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for a plant person in your life? Look no further - we’ve got a list of our favorite gifts to give (and receive!) for every plant person, beginner and expert.
Caring for Succulents
New to plant parenthood? Just got your first succulent or cactus? Keep reading to find out how to keep your new friend happy and thriving in its forever home.
Caring for a Fiddle Leaf Fig
The fiddle leaf fig (Ficus lyrata) is an increasingly popular house plant, but many people are intimidated by the particular nature of the tree. Never fear! We’re here to help keep your fiddle leaf fig green and thriving.