How to Propagate Houseplants from Cuttings

Cuttings can be one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to propagate houseplants, but knowing where to snip for your particular plant and how to set up your cutting for success is essential.

How to Apply Keiki Paste - A Step-By-Step Guide

Applying keiki paste is simple, but you want to avoid commonly missed steps in order to set up your plant for the most successful new growth possible.

What is Keiki Paste?

Keiki Paste is a fun and easy way to encourage new shoots on orchids or just about any healthy plant. Keiki paste is applied to specific parts of the plant called nodes, where it delivers targeted ...

The Best Methods for Propagating Houseplants

There are many ways to propagate houseplants, some easier than others. Here at Southside Plants, we have some preferences for what works best. Let's explore what's possible.

How to Grow Orchids from Seeds (And Why Cloning Is Easier)

Growing orchids from seeds requires years of precise laboratory cultivation while using keiki paste is an easy way to make more blooms and plants at home.

Identifying Nodes on a Plant for Pruning and Propagation

Being able to identify nodes is essential for successful pruning and propagation. This guide explains how to find them on your houseplants with photo examples. 

Moss Poles for Plants

Moss poles for plants can help you achieve the indoor jungle of your dreams. Learn everything from how to make a moss pole to what plants and moss are best.

What Plants Can I Use Keiki Paste On?

What plants can I use keiki paste on? Keiki paste is not plant-specific, and the biology works the same on any plant with an above-ground node!

Understanding Auxins and Cytokinins

Auxins and cytokinins are classes of plant hormones that regulate plant growth. Their main difference lies in their two most important respective functions.