The Green Thumb Guide

05/05/2026

03/26/2026

Zebra plants may have only been trending on the houseplant scene for several years, but written references go back to the 1600s. The genus Haworthiopsis, native to southern Africa, was first described and named as part of the genus Aloe. It was originally classified in the family Liliaceae, and now, it resides in Asphodelaceae. In 1809, the genus changed from Aloe to Haworthia in honor of English botanist Adrian Hardy Haworth, who studied succulents.🌱🌱🌱

03/25/2026

Vandas are epiphytic, tropical herbaceous perennials in the orchid family (Orchidaceae). It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and the Pacific. In their native habitat, vandas grow on trees, shrubs and rocky outcrops in wet or seasonally dry forests. The genus name is the Sanskrit name for one of the species.

03/24/2026

To plant indoor plants, select a pot with drainage holes, fill it with high-quality potting mix, and place the plant, ensuring the soil level matches its original container. Gently loosen compacted roots, fill with soil, water thoroughly to settle, and place in suitable light ❤️❤️❤️🌱🌱🌱