Light: Low indirect light to shade- Do not expose to any direct light

Water: This plant thrives in a moist environment so keep the soil moist in a well draining pot

Fertilizer: Doesn't require fertilizer, but if you choose to do so, fertilize once a month during spring and summer

Other: If the leaves are curling up-the soil is too dry-If the leaves are turning yellow and/or brown it could be a reaction to hard water or too much direct light

Plant Lover Level: Proficient

Light: Bright indirect light- Do not put in full sun, the leaves will burn

Water: Keep soil moist during spring and summer months, but do not let roots get soggy- These plants are more susceptible to root rot, so make sure they're in a well draining pot- In the winter allow soil to dry out completely between waterings

Fertilizer: Once a month during spring and summer months

Other: This plant is often labeled as easy to grow- Due to the different needs during seasons, it's actually more work than one might expect

Plant Lover Level: Proficient

Light: Medium light-Prefers lots of indirect light

Water: This plant likes water and should be watered once a week

Fertilizer: These are heavy feeders and benefit from fertilizer every 2-3 weeks

Other: Pot in loose, crumbly soil- If edges of leaves are turning brown it could be an indication of too little or too much water, but typically it's too little- You may notice droplets of water coming from the leaves which could indicate overwatering or some sort of environmental stressor

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Medium light- Prefers lots of indirect light

Water: This plant likes water and should be watered once a week- Soil should be kept moist but not soggy- Water little but often

Fertilizer: These are heavy feeders and benefit from fertilizer every 2-3 weeks

Other: Pot in loose, crumbly soil- Dark spots with a yellow rim are an indication of disease or root rot

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: High light- 1-3 hours of bright indirect morning light

Water: Keep soil moist, but do not let the plant sit in water- Benefits from a well draining pot- Allow soil to dry out only slightly between waterings

Fertilizer: Biannually

Other: Cut off brown leaves and/or flowers.

Plant Lover Level: Proficient

Light: Steady bright indirect light- No direct sun

Water: Allow top 50% of soil to dry out between waterings- They like to be evenly watered but hate being overwatered-During the winter reduce water

Fertilizer: Every two weeks in the spring and summer

Other: They prefer high humidity but should never be misted- Misting can cause powdery mildew

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Bright light- 4-6 hours a day- Can survive in low light half the year and high light half the year

Water: Allow soil to completely dry out between waterings- Every 2-3 weeks is usually ideal

Fertilizer: Once in the spring and once in the summer

Other: The leaves are sensitive and can easily be injured- Cut the tips of the leaves off with sharp scissors to keep it looking fresh

Plant Lover Level: Novice

Light: Medium light- 1-3 hours of morning light- Can tolerate partial shade-Mid day bright light can easily scorch the delicate leaves

Water: Keep soil warm and moist but not soggy-Benefits from a well draining pot- Begin watering 2x a week- May need more water in drier months/environment

Fertilizer: They are heavy feeders and benefit from fertilizer 2-3 times a month during spring and summer

Other: These plants thrive in a humid environment

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Medium light- 1-3 hours of morning light- Can tolerate partial shade-Mid day bright light can easily scorch the delicate leaves

Water: Keep soil warm and moist but not soggy-Benefits from a well draining pot- Begin watering 2x a week- May need more water in drier months/environment

Fertilizer: They are heavy feeders and benefit from fertilizer 2-3 times a month during spring and summer

Other: These plants thrive in a humid environment

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Can tolerate low light or high light but does best near a window with steady indirect light

Water: Never let the soil get soggy- Let the soil dry out between waterings

Fertilizer: Up to twice a month in spring and summer

Other: Brown tips may indicate over fertilization or dry air

Plant Lover Level: Novice

Light: Medium light- 3-6 hours of indirect light

Water: Keep soil moist

Fertilizer: These are heavy feeders and benefit from fertilizer every 2-3 weeks

Other: They love water and nutrients-The more you feed the more they'll grow

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Bright indirect light

Water: Check soil regularly- When top inch of soil feels dry, water thoroughly- Will need more water in hot summer months- Keep soil evenly moist in a well draining pot

Fertilizer: Once a month

Other: Be sure this plant has plenty of space in its pot- Crowding can result in fewer blooms

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: 3-4 hours of bright direct light a day

Water: During the spring and summer the soil should be kept moist, but not soggy, during the fall and winter you should reduce water to monthly

Fertilizer: Once a month in spring and summer

Other: If the edges of the plant are turning red it means the plant is getting too much direct sunlight

Plant Lover Level: Novice

Light: 4-6 hours of bright light a day

Water: Soil should dry out about 1 inch between waterings and then should be thoroughly watered in a well draining pot- Will drop leaves when soil is too dry

Fertilizer: A few times during spring and summer

Other: These are tropical plants and like humidity

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Medium to bright indirect light- Rotate plant regularly to ensure adequate light on all sides to prevent it from growing heavy on one side reaching towards the light- If the light is too bright the leaves will burn

Water: Keep soil consistently moist by watering frequently but lightly- Never allow the soil to become soggy- Keep in well draining pot

Fertilizer: Once a month

Other: Browning leaves is normal on this plant, just snip the brown areas off

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Medium light- Partial shade- It can tolerate most light conditions except bright direct light- If the light is too low they grow very slowly or not at all

Water: Soil can dry out about 1 inch between waterings, but when it is watered, it likes quite a bit and water should run out in a well draining pot

Fertilizer: Once in the spring and once in the summer

Other: Rotate your plant weekly, as these plants have a tendency to grow towards their light source

Plant Lover Level: Proficient

Light: Medium light- Partial shade- It can tolerate most light conditions except bright direct light- If the light is too low they grow very slowly or not at all

Water: Soil can completely dry out between waterings- When it is watered, water it evenly in a well draining pot

Fertilizer: Once in the spring and once in the summer

Other: Rotate your plant weekly, as these plants have a tendency to grow towards their light source

Plant Lover Level: Proficient

Light: High light- 3-4 hours of indirect light per day

Water: Keep soil moist, but do not let the plant sit in water-Benefits from a well draining pot

Fertilizer: Quarterly or biannually

Other: Yellow leaves indicate the plant is thirsty while brown tips mean overwatering

Plant Lover Level: Proficient

Light: Bright indirect light

Water: Keep soil moist by setting a weekly watering schedule- Soil shouldn't dry out between watering but can be damp to the touch before the next watering- Benefits from a well draining pot

Fertilizer: Once a month except winter months

Other: Yellow or brown leaves can indicate over or underwatering which makes this plant difficult to care for

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Steady low/indirect light

Water: Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings-Only water monthly during the winter

Fertilizer: Mild fertilizer should be used occasionally during spring and summer- Do not fertilize during the winter

Other: This plant is easy and low maintenance- Better to under water than over water-Over watering can easily kill this plant

Plant Lover Level: Novice

Light: Bright indirect light

Water: Water when soil becomes slightly dry to the touch- Must have a well draining pot- Too much water can ruin the plant quickly

Fertilizer: Feed every two weeks during the spring and summer with a diluted liquid fertilizer

Other: Mist leaves during hot summer. months

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: High Light- 1-3 hours of morning sun

Water: Keep soil moist, but do let the plant sit in water, best in a well draining pot

Fertilizer: A gentle fertilizer once a week (or every time you water) except in the winter

Other: These are needy plants and can be fickle and difficult to care for

Plant Lover Level: Advanced

Light: Partial to full shade-Will not thrive in full sun

Water: Provide water when most of the soil has dried out

Fertilizer: Feed plant monthly from March to mid August

Other: Some lower leaves may turn yellow and drop off in late summer, this is normal and not a cause for concern

Plant Lover Level: Novice

Light: Low indirect light- Partial shade

Water: During spring and summer keep soil moist, but do not let the plant sit in water, best in a well draining pot, during the fall and winter cut back on water and allow plant to dry out between waterings

Fertilizer: Once a month during spring and summer

Other: Loves humidity and would enjoy a steamy bathroom with proper light

Plant Lover Level: Proficient

Light: Bright indirect light

Water: Allow soil to completely dry out between waterings- Water slightly more in the spring and summer and less in the fall and winter

Fertilizer: Once a year in spring

Other: If this plant is getting plenty of light, it will produce clusters of fuzzy maroon flowers

Plant Lover Level: Novice

Light: Medium to High- If you have a pink polka dot plant it prefers more indirect light

Water: Keep soil moist -Can tolerate a bit of drought and leaves will droop to indicate the need for water

Fertilizer: Monthly to quarterly

Other: Behaves similarly to a peace lily and can be pretty easy to care for once you get to know yours

Plant Lover Level: Proficient

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