Growing plants from leaves can be a fun and rewarding experience, and it allows you to expand your plant family without spending any money. In this article, we explore which plants are easy to grow from leaves.

Ferns are perennial plants that can be evergreen or deciduous, depending on the variety you have. If you need to transplant a potted fern to a larger container, or move a fern from one site on your property to another, then it’s important to understand how to successfully transplant ferns, and when is the best time to transplant ferns. Trying to dig up and move a fern at the wrong time can result in significant damage to the plant, and even cause it to die. Here we reveal the key tips you need to know for transplanting any type of fern.

Some plants actually prefer to be rootbound, and they will perform better in these conditions. In some cases, you can actually cause the plant damage by repotting it unnecessarily. 

Ferns are famed for thriving in damp and dark woodland areas, giving gardeners the ability to brighten up shady spots with lush green foliage. However, there are a number of ferns which will not only tolerate, but actually flourish in full sun conditions, which we will explore below.

If you’re looking for a fern suitable for growing in zone 6, then ferns that are native to your region will work best since they are accustomed to the local climate and the conditions of the soil. This includes the Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum aleuticum), the Ostrich Fern (Matteuccia struthiopteris), and the Giant Wood Fern (Dryopteris goldieana).

Ferns are one of the oldest types of plants on the planet, with fern fossils dating back as far as 360 million years. There are a huge range of ferns still alive today, growing in a variety of climates and habitats all over the world. Estimates indicate that there are between 10,000 and 15,000 different types of ferns. Here we take a closer look at some of the most popular ferns amongst gardeners.

There are almost 500 different species of philodendron, and among these there are a small number of split-leaf philodendrons. Split-leaf philodendrons

The Peace Lily has a distinctive look which makes it quite easy to identify, but there are a handful of other plants that have visual similarities to the Peace Lily, and these can sometimes get mistaken for each other. Here we take a look at the main plants that get misidentified as Peace Lilies and detail their distinguishing features so that you can tell them apart.

Peace Lilies and Calla Lilies are often believed to be one and the same, but these two types of ‘lilies’ are actually entirely different plants. Here we look at their differences so that you can tell them apart and ensure they get the appropriate care.

The typical lifespan of most Peace Lilies kept as house plants is between 3 and 5 years, however this is dependent on the care given to the plant, as well as the variety of Peace Lily you have. Many examples of Peace Lily can grow happily for in excess of 10 years when given the correct care.

Peace Lily houseplants are a popular choice among new plant parents, because they have a reputation of being easy to care for. They can tolerate a range of lighting conditions and humidity levels, and they helpfully tell you when they need watering by displaying wilted leaves. Another way that these plants prove to be low maintenance is the way that they can last for many years in the same size pot without needing to be repotted.

Peace Lilies are popular houseplants because they will tolerate a variety of conditions and are easy to care for. They are also beautiful, with their lush green foliage and delicate white flowers. However, Peace Lilies are more than simply pleasant to look at, and in fact they can be used to convey different meanings or signs. Here we look at the history of the Peace Lily and the ways it can be interpreted in symbolism.