Care and Maintenance

The Truth About the “Half Moon Monstera”

April 22, 2025

The so-called “Half Moon Monstera” isn’t a separate species — just a stunning leaf pattern caused by unique variegation in the stem. In this post, we break down what causes those dramatic half-and-...

🌿 What’s in Your Plant Food?

April 15, 2025

A Deep Dive into Houseplant Fertilizer and How It Works At Plantlovers, we’re all about strong, healthy, happy plants — and while soil, light and water are essential, there's one crucial factor man...

Unlocking Moisture: Understanding and Combating Hydrophobic Soil

March 23, 2025

Have you ever watered a plant and noticed the water bead up on the surface or quickly run down the sides of the pot without really soaking in? You're likely dealing with hydrophobic soil. This cond...

Watering schedule, or how you might be slowly killing your houseplant

February 3, 2025

"Stop guessing and start knowing when to water your houseplants! We're sharing the secrets to ditching the rigid watering schedule and giving your plants exactly what they crave. Learn the weight t...

Don't Let Your Plants Drown: The Importance of Drainage

January 9, 2025

We all know that plants need water to survive, but did you know that too much of a good thing can be detrimental? Just like us, plants need to breathe, and their roots need access to oxygen ...

The Cutting Truth: Why Cuttings are the Key to Multiplying Monstera Albo Variegata

January 7, 2025

The Monstera Albo Variegata, with its mesmerizing white marbling, is a prized possession for any plant lover. But unlike some plants that readily sprout from seeds or can be easily multiplied throu...

A Variegation Potential Guide: What's in the Stem

December 12, 2024

The Monstera variegata is a stunning example of nature's artistry, with its unique white and green patterns. But did you know that you can predict the variegation of new leaves by looking at the st...

Monstera Variegata: A Buyer's Guide to Variegation Levels

December 12, 2024

Monstera Variegata are the darlings of the plant world, known for their stunning foliage splashed with white, cream, or yellow. But did you know that not all variegation is created equal? At Plantl...