Plant BuddhaThe Plant Buddha journal
Grow with a little less worry.
Friendly, practical plant-care basics for beginners and anyone who's ever wondered, “is this normal?”
How often should you water your houseplants?
The honest answer is “it depends”. Here's how to read your plant and your home instead of the calendar.
Light“Bright, indirect light”: what it actually means
The most common phrase on a plant tag is also the most confusing. Here's how to spot it in your own home.
Beginner basicsSeven forgiving houseplants for first-timers
Plants that shrug off the occasional missed watering and still look lovely.
TroubleshootingOverwatered or underwatered? How to tell the difference
Both can droop and yellow. Here are the clues that tell you which one you're dealing with.
RepottingDoes my plant need a bigger pot? Signs it's time to repot
Repotting too soon can be as unhelpful as too late. Here's how to know.
FeedingFertilizer 101: when, how much, and when to skip it
Plants need very little food. Here's how to feed gently and at the right time of year.
TroubleshootingWhy are my plant's leaves turning yellow (or brown)?
Leaves are talkative. A quick decoder for the most common color changes.
SeasonsWinter plant care: slow down, don't stop
Short days and dry heated air change what plants need. A gentle seasonal checklist.
RoutineGoing away? How to keep your plants happy while you're gone
From a weekend to a few weeks: simple prep, and what to tell a plant sitter.