Popular houseplants matched with light, water, and care requirements for beginner plant owners.
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- What light does pothos prefer?
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Bright indirect light, but tolerates low light well- How often should pothos be watered?
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When top inch of soil is dry, typically every 1-2 weeks- What makes pothos good for beginners?
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It tolerates neglect and grows in various light conditions- What light does snake plant need?
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Low to bright indirect light, very adaptable- How often should snake plant be watered?
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Every 2-3 weeks, or when soil is completely dry- How do you propagate snake plant?
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Cut a leaf, let it dry 1-2 days, plant in soil, keep barely moist- What light does monstera prefer?
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Bright indirect light, can tolerate medium light- How often should monstera be watered?
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When top 2 inches of soil are dry, typically weekly- What are the holes in mature monstera leaves called?
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Fenestrations, which develop as the plant matures- What light do philodendrons prefer?
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Medium to bright indirect light, tolerates low light- How often should philodendrons be watered?
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When top 1-2 inches of soil are dry, usually every 5-7 days- What light does spider plant need?
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Bright indirect light, but very tolerant of varied conditions- What are the hanging babies on spider plants called?
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Plantlets or runners, which can be propagated into new plants- How do you propagate spider plant babies?
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Cut the runner, place in water or soil until roots form, then pot- What light does ZZ plant prefer?
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Low to bright indirect light, extremely shade tolerant
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