The leaves give off a lemony scent when crushed. It likes medium, indirect light and acidic soil. Learn more about caring for and maintaining this houseplant. The Spruce / Cori Sears However, never place your lemon button fern in direct sun as it will burn the delicate leaves. Soil Lemon button ferns thrive inacidic soilthat is moist, loamy, and well-draining. That being said, these ferns are highly adaptable and can do well in a variety of soil conditions....

Native to Australia, this sub-tropical evergreen tree has a very limited range in the continental United States. Later, when mature, produce fewer flowers and less fruit. If the soil in the area you plan to plant is too moist, mix in plenty of perlite. Bloomberg Creative/ Getty Images Ultimately the ideal soil for your tree should be rich, moist, and well-draining. Growing a tree in a greenhouse will often require root pruning to turn it into a bonsai....

Thesefernsare usually epiphytic (growing on other plants and absorbing nutrients and moisture through the air). Read on for our care guide. Indoors, a north-facing or east-facing window is ideal. The Spruce / Anastasia Tretiak Never expose them to direct sunlight unless they’ve been carefully acclimated. They also grow well under artificial lights. Soil Rabbit’s foot ferns like a loamy, rich soil with plenty of peat. The Spruce / Anastasia Tretiak...

When watered, it will unfurl and be “resurrected” into a green, mossy plant. When grown as a houseplant, resurrection plants prefer bright, indirect light and require no soil at all. It will completely revive within a few days. The Spruce / Heidi Kolsky Therefore, dedicate at least one day a week as a water-free rest day. Then, every couple of weeks, resurrection plants should be allowed to dry out completely....

Schefflera, commonly called umbrella plants or trees, make excellenttropical houseplants. All parts of the scheffleraplant are mildly toxic to humans and seriously toxic to dogs and cats. If growing outdoors, you’ll want to select a location that gets bright yet indirect light. The Spruce / Kara Riley Plant with a well-draining potting soil and water when the top inch of soil becomes dry. Light Schefflera prefers bright, indirect light. A schefflera plant that gets leggy or floppy might not receive enough light....

The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Hydrangeasare popular and easily recognizable shrubs with impressive flowers. A large genus of plants, there are only a handful of species commonly grown in garden landscapes. The smooth hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens), sometimes called Wild hydrangea, is one of those species. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova These fast-growing, compact shrubs are best planted in the fall and don’t often grow above five feet. They require partial shade and well-draining soil....

The Spruce / Anastasiia Tretiak Pothos are popular vining houseplants that look great displayed inhanging baskets and planters. They are low-maintenance and come in various colors, sizes, and shapes. TheSnow Queen pothosis a stunning variety that displays highly variegated white and green leaves. The Spruce / Anastasiia Tretiak Be aware that Snow Queen pothos, like all pothos plants, is considered toxic topetsand people. Without enough light, the white variegation will fade and revert to green....

Get started to learn how to grow strawberries indoors using our guide. Can You Grow Strawberries Indoors? All you need is a sunny spot or grow lights and a pot. The Spruce / Kara Riley Watering Strawberries like moist soil, but they should never be waterlogged. The most common problem is overwatering, which causes root rot and powdery mildew. Water strawberry plantsabout once a week or when the top inch of soil is dry....

The plant is vigorous and hardy when grown in the right conditions. Plant it for best results in early spring after the last frost. With strong woody stems, it can grow over 6 feet tall and up to 4 feet wide. Read on for our care and growing guide. The blooms that appear aren’t likely to be as impressive either. Soil This plant usually does well in sandy, loamy, or clay soils....

On the plants upright stems grow leathery leaves that are around 3 feet long with a central groove. The flowers of torch ginger are used forfloral arrangements, as well as in cooking for their sour-sweet flavor. Torch ginger has a fairly quick growth rate and is best planted in the spring. The Spruce / Autumn Wood Water young plants consistently, so the soil remains evenly moist. Mature plants still will require regular watering, as torch ginger has low drought tolerance....

Triostar Stromanthe Care This isn’t a plant for novice horticulturists. But keep the plant away from sitting near a radiator or air conditioner. Misting can also help to create the humidity they need. Triostar stromanthe should be potted in well-drained, fertile soil that is kept moist but not soggy. Light Tropical plants often need light that mimics what would be found in a rainforest environment. Positioning your triostar stromanthe in an area with dappled light will provide it with the best chance of flourishing....

Its leaves are whiteish when opening and they look almost like lilies. Then over the following weeks, the leaves typically transform into green-white. The best time of year to plant it is in early spring or early fall after the summer heat. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault These plants require full shade. Protect the white feather plantain lily from the sun to prevent its thin, light-colored leaves from scorching. Water Most plantain lily plants require more water than an average plant....

These shrubs have a fairly quick growth rate and can gain around 2 feet per year. They are best planted in the early fall but also can be planted in the spring. They are rich with nectar thatattracts hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Mock Orange Varieties Mock orange plants fall into the family Philadelphaceae. Note that the flowers are most fragrant in the evening....