Plant Care Tips | Plant Parenthood Made Simple

Plants, like people, are all unique. However, these are the tried and tested #planthacks you can follow to create, build and grow the indoor jungle of your dreams!

Overwatering is the biggest killer of your plant babies.

“Less is more” is the general rule of thumb, as it’s far easier to revive a thirsty plant than a drowned one. While every species requires a different watering schedule there are some techniques you can follow to get it right the first time!

Our mission is to make plant parenthood simple, so more people can be plant lovers...and excellent ones at that. We are passionate about improving the sustainability of urban life now and for future generations by spreading the joy of plants. Here are a few reasons why!

Just as you need your own private space to relax and grow, so do your plants, so let’s take this time to learn how to curate the best environment for all! We'll share everything from finding the right space for your plants, the temperature they enjoy to giving them space to grow.

Gifting a plant is the perfect, eco-friendly solution. Say goodbye to impersonal gifts like socks, wine, and fragrance and say hello to a gift th...

There’s nothing more terrifying than simply going about your business and watering or looking after your indoor jungle, just as a good plant parent should, only to find your plants are infested with bugs. Even worse if they’re spider mites!

We like to think of planters like shoes for people, mainly because you need to make sure everything fits, you’re entirely comfortable and have a bit of wiggle room for growth. Here are the most common questions you may have when purchasing a new planter.

Intimidated by propagation? We've broken down 3 great ways to propagate your plants and grow your indoor jungle. We'll even tell you which plants prefer which method of propagation, so whether you're a plant beginner or a plant addict you'll soon be a propagation expert!

How to repot a plant in 5 easy steps. Repotting is actually incredibly easy to do, and helps your plant grow bigger, happier and healthier. The fresh nutrients from the soil give it food and the extra room allows the roots to grow bigger and better. Follow these 5 easy and simple steps to repotting your plant to become a pro.

Have you been looking at your plants, whether that’s admiring them from a distance or watering them up close, and noticed that they’re covered in bugs? Don’t worry yourself; you’re doing great as a plant parent. In most cases, bugs are fine and perfectly natural, that is unless, of course, they’re mealybugs.

While plants don’t like hot, dry air (okay not you cacti/ succulents), they do love humidity. Think tropical environments and rainforests, which is where most houseplants originate. So how do you create a micro-environment in your home which is reflective of those warm, summer nights?

Light is to plants what food is to humans. They thrive off it, depend on it for growth, energy and being the best little plants they can be. However, giving your indoor jungle what it needs to survive is a bit more complicated than sticking your plants next to a window.

Lucky enough to have floor-to-ceiling windows and all the light? This is probably not for you. But if like the rest of us you have shady spots of your home or office that need livening up with plants - this is for you! We've put together a list of the top 5 plants that can survive in low-light environments.

You are a busy bee and when you get back home after a hard days work, there really is nothing better than snuggling up to a good book, or Netflix series and just chilling out. But did you know that some plants can actually improve sleep, help you feel more relaxed and generally zen?

Plants also have some amazing superpowers which make that 40 hour work week a hell of a lot more enjoyable! Here are our recommendations of plants for the office and why you must invest ASAP.

Luckily, some of the most beautiful indoor plants are in fact pet-safe. We've put together a list of our best pet friendly indoor plants, so you don't have to worry about your furry friend suffering from tummy aches and digestive problems by snacking on your prized plant family in the future!

Perhaps the most underrated of all rooms in the house is the bathroom. We might spend a lot of time here, but they are often neglected when growing their indoor jungle. With a little attention, your bathroom could be a plant-based paradise and the room your plants enjoy the most!

Building an Instagram-worthy urban jungle of dreams is actually a lot easier than you think. What’s more, setting one up in your home is beneficial to your mental and physical wellbeing.