How beautiful is a healthy peace lily (Spathiphyllum sp.) in full bloom?! This aroid houseplant has been a classic for decades, and for good reason. Completely understandable, then, if you’re looking to multiply yours and wondering how to propagate peace lily. The more the merrier! Let’s go into everything you need to know about propagating … Read more
Peperomia is ubiquitous in the houseplant hobby: we just love this genus! There’s the ripple Peperomia, raindrop Peperomia, baby rubber plant and many more, but today we’re talking about one specific species: Peperomia argyreia, better known as the watermelon Peperomia. This popular number is extremely easy to multiply, allowing you to obtain new plants for … Read more
The popular Fittonia (also commonly known as nerve plant) is mostly appreciated for its spectacular colors and pattern, as well as its small size. But did you know that this diminutive houseplant is also very easy to multiply? Propagating Fittonia is the perfect way to expand your own collection or to obtain free plants to … Read more
If you’re looking to multiply your mini Monstera, you’re in luck. Propagating vining plants like this one is pretty easy! Rhaphidophora tetrasperma propagation works in soil or in water, but also in LECA, perlite or sphagnum moss. Keep reading for everything you need to know about Rhaphidophora tetrasperma propagation and how to care for your … Read more
Spotted a beautiful Philodendron at a friend’s house or a restaurant that you’d like for your home? Or has your own Philodendron houseplant grown a bit unruly? Propagation is the answer! Philodendron propagation is an easy way to get more plants for free. Let’s go into propagating Philodendron, how to make sure your cutting roots … Read more
Ever bought a beautiful blooming Bromeliad and been sorely disappointed when it died after a few months? You’re not alone. And you haven’t done anything wrong either! This is normal, although obviously it’s annoying. Luckily there’s a simple solution: propagating your Bromeliad. Keep reading for everything you need to know about propagating Bromeliad and how … Read more
If you’ve ever left a sweet potato out long enough, you may have noticed it starting to sprout. This leaves one to wonder how to grow sweet potato! In fact, as with normal potatoes, you can grow all-new sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas) from just a few leftovers. All you have to do is acquire sweet … Read more
If you’ve been reading Houseplant Central for a while, you’ll know I just love growing houseplants from food scraps. I get to eat, I get a plant and I get to save money. How much better does it get?! In this article we’ll discuss how to grow a mango tree from a seed. As with propagating most … Read more
Hands up if you’ve ever scored one of those supermarket basil plants to finish up your salad! Those fresh leaves are way yummier than dried basil, but it’s a pity most basil plants go belly up within a week or two. Luckily, propagating basil is very easy: by rooting cuttings in separate containers or even … Read more
For some reason, houseplant enthusiasts often tend to forget about orchids when it comes to propagation. They’re seen as fussy plants that are already difficult to keep alive, so better just leave them alone – but there’s no need! Learn how to propagate an orchid to easily multiply thriving plants. Keep reading for everything you … Read more