Southside Plants Blog

As the seasons' change, so do the needs of your houseplants. Winter is a time of dormancy for most houseplants and Fall is the time to ease the plants into that restful period. It is important to make the transition easy for the health and prosperity of your houseplants.

Bre is getting back to her true love PLANTS, by finishing her degree in Botany! Her plant babies are her true passion (apart from those she gave birth to herself) and she feels like there is so much we can learn from nature!

This unique jungle plant with its holey foliage is quickly becoming a must-have in the houseplant world. The exotic, attractive Swiss Cheese Vine is easy to care for as well which adds to its appeal.

If you've dreamed of having gorgeous, healthy plants gracing your living space but don't have the time to invest in plant care, the Chinese Evergreen is here to make it a reality. This plant needs so little care it is a little mind-boggling.

The foliage varies in color with options like green, white, silver, red, and orange. Chinese Evergreens are slow growers and range in height from 10” to 3-4', depending on the variety.

Dendrobium Orchids is a showy orchid variety with breath-taking blooms that last for months, dendrobiums are a popular choice for first-time and life-long orchid growers alike.

Think about how incredible it would be to have a peach, avocado tree or ginger.  Take more control of your food sources and discover the delight and better quality fruits you will get when growing your own. The best part, it costs practically nothing to do.

A small coffee plant looks great on a desk or plant stand while a large one will stand tall and eloquent in the room.

A perennial favorite, this houseplant has long been found in homes across the country. The simple grand elegance of the African Violet brings joy to any room it inhabits

There are a couple of easy ways to propagate African violets. In fact, it is so simple, you may suddenly find yourself swimming in African violet babies.

A native to West Africa, the fiddle leaf fig has taken the houseplant world by storm. It's tall stature and large, lush leaves make a bold statement. It is revered in minimalist spaces and brings character to any room it is in. Chances are you've seen this plant all over social media since it is so perfectly dramatic and photogenic.

There is no need to be worried about leaving your houseplants while you travel. There are several ways to ensure they receive the watering they need while you're gone. 

Book that vacation. Plan that trip. Your plants will be fine until you return as long as you set up a watering system for them. Happy traveling!

Ming Aralia is a fancy-looking plant that is not at all fancy to tend, this plant adds a tropical elegance with its many-shaded foliage.

There is a reason air plants have become so popular.  Scientifically known as tillandsias, air plants have special cells in their leaves that allow them to
soak up the nutrition they need from water and nutrients in the air.