Houseplants bring so much joy to our lives, but that doesn’t mean they come without challenges. However, don’t be discouraged by that! In this blog post, we will share some helpful tips to make your life easier when it comes to handling and caring for those ‘difficult’ plants in your life. So, when you think your plant is fighting you, stay consistent and keep trying, we want you to keep that green thumb!  

There are a lot of plants that are known for being easy and low maintenance, but this is not that list. This list is going to go over those tough plants that bring so much beauty to your home, along with some frustration. 

1. Calatheas: Commonly referred to as ‘prayer plants’ because their leaves move to and from the light during the day, these are divas in the plant world. They are known to be challenging and fickle, but don’t let that discourage you because calathea plant care isn’t as challenging as one might think. There are several types of calathea, but overall, most of them like consistent, bright, indirect light; soil that stays moist; and temperatures above 65 degrees. 

2. Fiddle Leaf Fig: If you’ve ever had a fiddle leaf fig, you know how stressful they can be. FLFs are picky and dramatic and will not hesitate to tell you when they’re unhappy. In addition to wilting leaves, you may also see brown spots on your leaves when it’s upset. It’s best to give FLFs plenty of bright, indirect light, as well as a good amount of water. Also, if you find a spot in your home that your plant loves, leave it! It loves consistency.  

3. Tradescantia: This is a beautiful group of plants with rich colors and textures. They can be difficult to take care of though. Tradescantia likes staying moist, which can be a challenge for those who don’t water as often or have dryer homes, so it may take a minute to get the hang of Tradescantia care.  

4. Alocasia: There are so many varieties of Alocasia, but they have one thing in common: their nickname as an ‘elephant ear’ plant because of their unique leaf shape. When it comes to alocasia care, this indoor houseplant loves water, so make sure to keep its soil moist and let it get plenty of sunlight.  

Do you have any challenging plants at home? How did you overcome those challenges to help them grow and flourish? We’d love to hear your tips and to share those with other customers.