The Houseplant Homie
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Plant Care as Self-Care: My Honest Take
Some links in this post are affiliate links — if you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I didn’t get into plants because I wanted a wellness routine. I got into plants because my apartment felt like a sad beige box and I thought a golden…
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Non-Toxic Home: Cleaning Products & Houseplants
Some links in this post are affiliate links — if you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. A while back I was cleaning my bathroom and noticed my golden pothos sitting about three feet away from where I was spraying bleach-based cleaner on everything. I didn’t…
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How to Propagate Monstera Deliciosa
If there’s one plant I’ve wanted to multiply since day one, it’s my Monstera deliciosa. These things grow fast, they look incredible, and once you figure out propagation, you’ll have enough babies to fill your whole apartment — and still have some left to give away. The good news? Propagating Monstera is genuinely one of…
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10 Plants That Help You Sleep Better
Some links in this post are affiliate links — if you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. My sleep was a wreck for most of my late twenties. I’d lie there staring at the ceiling, brain still running at full speed, wondering why I couldn’t just……
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Embracing Green: Sustainable Practices in Houseplant Care
I’ll be honest — when I first got into houseplants, sustainability wasn’t really on my radar. I was buying plastic pots, tossing old soil in the trash, and grabbing whatever potting mix was cheapest at Home Depot. But the further I’ve gone down the plant rabbit hole, the more I’ve started thinking about how to…
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How to Propagate Snake Plants
Greening up your living space has never been easier than with snake plants. These resilient and visually striking plants have captured the hearts of indoor gardeners and design enthusiasts alike. Today I’m going to go over how to propagate snake plants. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just starting your journey into the world…
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How to Propagate Golden Pothos
Golden Pothos are one of the easiest plants to propagate. They root really easily regardless of how you start it. Gotta Chop To Prop(agate). Pick a vine that’s getting a little too long and chop it at the stem in between a set of leaves. Right at the base of each leaf, along the stem,…
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The ONLY Fake Plants I’ll Buy
I don’t do fake plants. If I can’t afford/keep alive a real version of a particular plant, I don’t deserve to have it in my home. I make 1 exception to this rule: LEGO plants. If you follow me on Instagram (@jackharner), you know I LOVE LEGO. I’ve been playing with LEGO since I was…
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Top 3 Beginner-Friendly Houseplants
Everyone loves easy plants. Beginner-friendly houseplants are what get you hooked on plants long enough to try the harder stuff like orchids and ferns and such. Starting off your Houseplant Homie Journey with resilient plants is the best way to get into the wondrous world of houseplants. Here are my top 3 favorite beginner-friendly houseplants.…
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Hi, I’m The Houseplant Homie
My name is Jack! I’m a recovering houseplant addict. I started this blog to add some purpose to my festering addiction to plants. It all started several years ago when I got my first Golden Pothos (one of my favorite houseplants for beginners). I realized that this whole “keeping plants alive” thing wasn’t as hard…