Not all dirt is created equal—and when it comes to your houseplants, the wrong mix can mean the difference between lush growth and root rot. This Tuesday, we’re getting our hands dirty in the best way: by breaking down what your plants actually want in a soil mix.

We’ll cover the basics of structure (think chunky and breathable vs. dense and soggy), water retention, and nutrient support—because a fern’s needs aren’t the same as a fiddle leaf’s. Whether you’ve got a tropical diva, a succulent minimalist, or a leafy overachiever, you’ll learn how to blend the right ingredients or choose the best pre-mixed option from the shelf.

Spoiler: that bag of “all-purpose” potting mix? It’s usually a compromise—and not always in your plant’s favor.

Your roots deserve better. Let’s give them something to thrive in.

If your plants are stretching like they’re auditioning for a modern dance piece—long, leggy, and leaning toward the window—it’s not drama. It’s desperation. They’re craving more light than your home naturally provides.

This Wednesday, we’re flipping the switch with a simple guide to setting up a grow light system that fits your space, your budget, and your plant collection. Whether you’re working with a single shelf or an entire sunless room, we’ll show you how to choose the right bulbs, position them for maximum impact, and keep your setup safe and stylish.

No complicated timers. No clunky hardware. Just practical, plant-positive light—customized for real life and low-light homes.

Because sometimes all your plants need is a little artificial sunshine to get back to growing strong.

With her arching fronds and timeless grace, the Boston Fern is like the vintage record player of the plant world: elegant, dependable, and always in style. She’s been gracing front porches, hanging baskets, and cozy nooks since your grandma’s glory days—and for good reason.

This Friday, we’re showing some serious love to this leafy icon. We’ll explore what makes her such a staple (hint: it’s more than just looks), why she’s the ultimate air-purifying companion, and how to give her the humidity and hydration she craves without turning your home into a rainforest.

From choosing the right spot to avoiding the dreaded “crispy edge syndrome,” we’ve got all the tips to keep your Boston Fern full, feathery, and fabulous year-round.

Some trends fade. She just keeps growing.

Picked out the perfect soil blend and watched your Monstera sigh in relief? Finally set up that grow light and saw your snake plant perk up like it’s on vacation in Tulum? Or maybe your Boston Fern unfurled a flawless frond and you just had to document the moment?

We want to see it.

Whether you built a glow-up grow light system from scratch, gave your plants the potting mix upgrade they deserve, or found a cozy corner where your fern can flourish—we’re here for it all.

These small wins—the care, the learning curves, the “look what I did!” moments—are the heartbeat of this community. Your story might be the encouragement someone else needs to repot with confidence, tackle low-light struggles, or rediscover the joy of tending something green.

So tag us, DM us, or send in your photos. We want the soil-stained hands, the lit-up shelves, and every proud little frond in between.

Let’s keep growing—brighter, deeper, and a little bolder every week.