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Such a cute cactus!  The pads look like little ears and the spines create a soft, fur like appearance, hence the common name. 

Scientific Name: Opuntia microdasys pallida

Common Name: Yellow Bunny Ears

Growth: Clump forming, 4-6 inches tall

Light: Bright, indirect light. It will be happy to receive morning sun, or some  afternoon sun, and then indirect light the rest of the day.

Watering: Water more during the spring and summer, reducing the amount in the fall and giving very little during the winter.  ALWAYS allow your cactus to dry out completely between waterings.

Pet Safe:  Yes, non toxic but spines can be hazardous.

Care: Easy

What are Clippings?

Clippings are pieces cut from existing mature plants. They are then placed in water and allowed to build roots. Some grow quickly while others take longer to propagate (grow roots). Once there are several new roots growing and they are at least 1" long it's time to plant. They are great for experimenting, trying new varieties or even adding to aquariums and water features.

Planting

When ready to plant you'll place your clipping in a pot with dirt. You'll want to make sure that the soil stays extra moist for several days to help it acclimatize to its new environment. Congratulations! You have a new plant baby.

Pothos Silver Satin

This plant originates from the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. With it's beautiful green, heart-shaped leaves with silver shimmery pattern, this pothos stands out. Their painted looking leaves is why this plant was named "pictus," which is Latin for "painted"!

In its natural habitat, this pothos grows as an epiphyte, climbing tree trunks using aerial roots, or trailing along the forest floor.

Silver Satin Pothos is known for its ability to help purify indoor air by removing common pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene.

Scientific Name: Scindapsus Pictus

Common Name: Silver/Satin Pathos

Light: Medium to bright, Indirect light

Growth: Can grow 4-10 feet long

Water: Let dry out between waterings. Water thoroughly when the top inch or two of soil is dry, allowing excess water to drain away to prevent root rot.

Pet Safe: Mildly toxic.  It's best to keep your pets away! 

Care: Easy

The Curly Locks Orchid Cactus is a slow growing cactus known for its bright green, twisting, ribbon-like stems. In the right conditions, it produces fragrant, white, night-blooming flowers that can be followed by edible, red fruit.  This plant is native to Guatemala.

Scientific Name: Epiphyllum Guatemalense f. monstrosa

Common Name: Curly Locks Orchid Cactus

Light: Bright indirect light.  Avoid full sun because they will get scorched

Watering: When top 1-2 inches are dry

Growth: 2-3 feet

Pet Safe: Yes, but still recommended to keep out of reach.  Ingesting too much can get your pet sick.

Care: Easy

Cacti store water in their stems, which is why they are thrive in the desert. The spines on cacti are actually modified leaves. They help to protect the plant from animals and reduce water loss by shading the stem.

Scientific Name: Mammillaria Elongata

Common Name: Copper King

Growth: 6-8 inches

Light: Bright, Indirect sun

Watering: Let the soil dry out completely before watering

Pet Safe: Yes

Care: Easy

Cacti store water in their stems, which is why they are thrive in the desert. The spines on cacti are actually modified leaves. They help to protect the plant from animals and reduce water loss by shading the stem.

Scientific Name: Opuntia Microdasys

Common Name: Bunny Ear Cactus

Growth: 

Light: Bright, Indirect sun

Watering: Let the soil dry out completely before watering

Pet Safe: Yes

Care: Easy

Syngonium Pink Perfection is quite rare. It has unique large multilobed foliage that is mostly light green with much pink near its veins.  Pink Perfection has heart-shaped leaves, they grow fast and are easy to propagate.  Those delicate pink leaves shouldn't fool you - This plant is actually low maintenance. This plant originates from the tropical rainforests of South and Central America.

Scientific Name: Syngonium Podophyllum

Common Name: Pink Perfection

Light: Bright indirect light

Watering: Let dry out between waterings, good drainage 

Growth: Can grow up to 4 feet tall

Pet Safe: No

Care: Easy

The starfish Cactus is a South African succulent with star shaped flowers that smells like a dead animal to attract flies for pollination.  Don't be turned off by the smell, the flower only lasts a day or two then falls off after shrivelling.  Though it's called a Cactus, it's not a true cactus. 

Scientific Name: Stapelia Gigantea

Common Name: Starfish Cactus

Growth: Can grow 3-6 feet long

Light: Bright, Indirect sun

Watering: Let the soil dry out completely before watering

Pet Safe: Yes

Care: Easy

A spring favourite! These plants look like shamrocks but are actually a part of the oxalis species!

Light: Bright indirect light

Watering: Keep evenly hydrated 

Pet Safe: Yes

Care: Easy

The leaves of this gorgeous monstera are where it gets its name: Glossy, deep green with creamy white splashes resembling a night sky swoon. The variegation is random, giving each leaf a distinct pattern, causing excitement + anticipation with each new arrival!

Monsteras literally have the word monster in their names - these babies will get big! However, you can control their size with regular pruning. A moss/coconut coir pole is essential as they grow.

Scientific Name: Monstera deliciosa 'Thai Constellation'

Common Name: Monstera Thai Constellation, Variegated Monstera

Light: Medium-bright 

Growth: 1 ft - 2 ft tall, 2 ft - 3 ft wide

Watering: Deep watering when mostly dry

Pet Safe: No

Care: Easy

Medusa Head Cactus has thick stems that resemble snakes on Medusa's head.  This plant needs well draining soil to prevent root rot.  Once it reaches a certain size, this can produce pups on the ends of older arms.  After a time, these pups can root on their own.  The arm it grows off of rots and the pups roll away to root on their own. If they are cared for, you can end up with a greenhouse full of them!

Scientific Name: Euphorbia flanaganii and Euphorbia caput-medusae

Common Name: Medusa Head Cactus

Growth: It can grow as tall as 8 inches and can spread over several feet in diameter!

Light: Bright, Indirect light

Watering:  Allow soil to completely dry out

Pet safe: No

Care: Easy

A curious palm sprouting straight from the coconut!  This palm, while kept indoors, will not grow into a tall tree. Their growth depends on the size of their pot. Coconut palms that are grown indoors are also not likely not reach a size that allows it to bear fruit.  As your palm grows, be sure to up the pot size to give the root system lots of room.  

Scientific Name: Cocos Nucifera

Common Name: Coconut Palm

Light: Full sun for as many hours as possible.  In the winter months, consider using a grow light to compensate for the shorter days.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently hydrated but not soggy.  Fertilize regularly if possible.

Pet safe: Yes

Care: Easy

Delicate but hardy. Bring the forest inside with this adorable Asparagus fern. Originating in South Africa, this plant loves to dry out before it's watered again.  

Scientific Name: Asparagus setaceus

Common Name: Asparagus Fern, Asparagus grass

Light: Bright, indirect 

Growth: Can grow several inches a year in ideal conditions

Watering: They need a very deep watering followed by letting them dry out.

Pet Safe: No

Care: Easy

A spunky Philodendron variety, with lightly pink tinted, heart shaped, velvety leaves! 

Scientific Name: Philodendron hederaceum

Light: Bright indirect light to medium light

Watering: Keep evenly hydrated, ensure good drainage 

Growth: 8" by 24" long

Pet Safe: No

Care: Easy

This beautiful plant has cascading vines and heart shaped leaves. This variety has lovely green leaves with white veining.  This plant stores water in its leaves and roots making it drought tolerant. 

Scientific Name: Ceropegia Woodii

Common Name: String of Hearts/Rosary Vine/Chain of Hearts

Light: Bright indirect light 

Watering: Let dry out between waterings

Pet Safe: Yes

Care: Easy

Scientific Name: Callisia Soconuscensis

Common Name: Dragon Tail

Light: Bright, indirect light

Watering: Let soil dry slightly between waterings

Growth: Fast growing, great for hanging baskets

Pet Safe: No

Care: Easy

The lowest of care plants! 

A variety of shapes and sizes add dramatic flair to any living space.

Light:  Bright, indirect light.

Watering: Soak in water once a week and let completely dry.

Care: Easy

Pet Safe: Yes

If purchasing online, the air plant may vary. You will receive the size purchased but exact look can vary.

Beautiful variegation resembling a camouflage pattern, make this Dieffenbachia a collector's dream. 

Light: Bright, indirect- north or east facing window is ideal

Watering: Water once top 1-2" of soil feels dry.  Dieffenbachia like to be hydrated but not soggy.  Sitting in wet soil will cause the plant to rot. 

Growth: 2-3' indoors

Pet Safe: No

Care: Easy

The Manjula Pothos is a lovely variety of Pothos, popular for being a low-maintenance houseplant.  This variety features large heart shaped leaves with cream, green and white variegation.  Pothos loves to climb -allow it to climb and the leaves will mature quicker!  Originating from the Philippines, this plant can tolerate neglect, but thrives in bright, indirect light and loves regular watering. This plant is great for beginners and works well in hanging baskets and climbing supports.

Scientific Name: Epipremnum aureum ‘Manjula’

Light: Bright indirect light to low light

Watering: Keep evenly hydrated, ensure good drainage 

Growth: In ideal conditions this plant can grow 12-18 inches a year.

Pet Safe: No

Care: Easy

The Jade Pothos is a popular, low-maintenance houseplant known for its pretty long leaves that develop unique shapes as it matures.  This plant loves to climb too!  So If you allow it to climb, the leaves mature quicker!  Originating from the Philippines, this plant can tolerate neglect, but thrives in bright, indirect light and loves regular watering. This plant is great for beginners and works well in hanging baskets and climbing supports.

Scientific Name: Epipremnum pinnatum

Common Name: Jade Pothos

Light: Bright indirect light to low light

Watering: Keep evenly hydrated, ensure good drainage 

Growth: In ideal conditions this plant can grow 12-18 inches a year.

Pet Safe: No

Care: Easy

Medusa Head Cactus has thick stems that resemble snakes on Medusa's head.  This plant needs well draining soil to prevent root rot.  Once it reaches a certain size, this can produce pups on the ends of older arms.  After a time, these pups can root on their own.  The arm it grows off of rots and the pups roll away to root on their own. If they are cared for, you can end up with a greenhouse full of them!

Scientific Name: Euphorbia flanaganii and Euphorbia caput-medusae

Common Name: Medusa Head Cactus

Growth: It can grow as tall as 8 inches and can spread over several feet in diameter!

Light: Bright, Indirect light

Watering:  Allow soil to completely dry out

Pet safe: No

Care: Easy