Golden Pothos
Epipremnum aureum
Family: Araceae
Care Level: Easy
Toxicity: Toxic to people and pets
A vining houseplant with glossy, heart-shaped leaves, often variegated with shades of yellow and cream.
Bright Indirect Light – 150-250 μmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹
Place the plant 5 ft / 1.5m away from a south, west or east-facing window.
Ensure the plant does not have a direct view of the sky.
If direct sunlight on the leaves is unavoidable, a sheer curtain can be used to filter the light.
Consider a PAR Meter, or PAR Meter App to measure photosynthetically active radiation as PPFD (μmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹).
Allow the soil to almost dry out before watering.
Use room temperature rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water.
To determine when to water, use a knitting needle or chopstick to test the moisture at various depths.
To ensure optimal plant health, a pot with drainage holes is essential.
Water the plant thoroughly until water runs out the drainage holes. Then, allow the excess water to drain completely before placing the pot on a saucer or in a decorative planter.
Water considerably less in the winter months when the plant isn’t actively growing.
Ready Potting Mix
- For optimal growth, use 2 parts organic all-purpose potting mix, amended with 1 part Bark and 1 part Biochar.
DIY Recipe
- 1 part Coir, 1 part Pumice, 1 part Bark, 1 part Biochar, top dress with Worm Castings.
- Apply an organic all-purpose fertilizer every 2-4 weeks, from March to October.
Ideal Temperature Range
- 65-85 °F / 18-29 °C
Ideal Humidity Range
- 40-60%
Time to Maturity
- 5-10 years
Eventual Height
- Up to 10 ft / 3 m or more if allowed to climb.
Eventual Spread
- 2-3 ft / 0.6-1 m
Epipremnum aureum ‘Marble Queen’
Green and white variegated leaves that create a marble effect.
Epipremnum aureum ‘Neon’
Bright lime-green leaves that stand out in any space.
Epipremnum aureum ‘Jade’
Solid green leaves with no variegation.
Epipremnum aureum ‘Snow Queen’
White and green variegated leaves that are more white than green.
Epipremnum aureum ‘Manjula’
Leaves have a curly, variegated pattern with green, yellow, and cream colors.
Goldfish Plant
Nematanthus gregarius
Family: Gesneriaceae
Care Level: Easy to Intermediate
Toxicity: Non-toxic to people and pets
Trailing vine with glossy green foliage and vibrant orange or yellow flowers resembling goldfish.
Bright Indirect Light – 150-250 μmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹
Place the plant 5 ft / 1.5m away from a south, west or east-facing window.
Ensure the plant does not have a direct view of the sky.
If direct sunlight on the leaves is unavoidable, a sheer curtain can be used to filter the light.
Consider a PAR Meter, or PAR Meter App to measure photosynthetically active radiation as PPFD (μmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹).
Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Use room temperature rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water.
To determine when to water, use a knitting needle or chopstick to test the moisture at various depths.
To ensure optimal plant health, a pot with drainage holes is essential.
Water the plant thoroughly until water runs out the drainage holes. Then, allow the excess water to drain completely before placing the pot on a saucer or in a decorative planter.
Water considerably less in the winter months when the plant isn’t actively growing.
Ready Potting Mix
- A speciality organic potting mix for African violets works well.
DIY Recipe
- 2 parts Coir, 1 part Pumice, 1 part Vermiculite.
- Apply an organic fertilizer formulated for gesneriads every 2-4 weeks, from March to October (African violet fertilizer works well).
Ideal Temperature Range
- 65-75°F / 18-24°C
Ideal Humidity Range
- 50-70%
Time to Maturity
- 2-3 years
Eventual Height
2-3 ft / 60-90 cm
Eventual Spread
2 ft / 60 cm
Nematanthus gregarius ‘Aurora’
Features salmon-pink flowers with yellow throats.
Nematanthus gregarius ‘Nitidus’
This cultivar has larger, glossier leaves and yellow flowers.
Nematanthus gregarius ‘Golden Sunlight’
This cultivar boasts bright yellow flowers with a red edge.
Nematanthus gregarius ‘Tropicana’
This cultivar has flowers with red and orange stripes and glossy green leaves.
Nematanthus gregarius ‘Green Magic’
This plant offers bright orange flowers and dark green leaves.
Nematanthus gregarius ‘Black Gold’
This cultivar has leaves with a glossy red hue along with orange-yellow flowers.
Nematanthus gregarius ‘Firebird’
This cultivar offers a striking contrast of dark green leaves and vivid red blooms.
Gollum Jade
Crassula ovata ‘Gollum’
Family: Crassulaceae
Care Level: Easy
Toxicity: Toxic to people and pets
Multi-stemmed, evergreen succulent with thick, fleshy leaves that are elongated and tubular in shape, resembling Gollum’s fingers.
Bright Indirect Light – 150-250 μmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹
Place the plant 5 ft / 1.5m away from a south, west or east-facing window.
Ensure the plant does not have a direct view of the sky.
If direct sunlight on the leaves is unavoidable, a sheer curtain can be used to filter the light.
Consider a PAR Meter, or PAR Meter App to measure photosynthetically active radiation as PPFD (μmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹).
Allow the soil to dry out completely before watering.
Use room temperature rainwater, distilled water, or reverse osmosis water.
To determine when to water, use a knitting needle or chopstick to test the moisture at various depths.
To ensure optimal plant health, a pot with drainage holes is essential.
Water the plant thoroughly until water runs out the drainage holes. Then, allow the excess water to drain completely before placing the pot on a saucer or in a decorative planter.
Water considerably less in the winter months when the plant isn’t actively growing.
Ready Potting Mix
- For optimal growth, use a specialty organic potting mix formulated for succulents.
DIY Recipe
- 2 parts Coir, 2 parts Coarse Sand, 1 part Pumice.
- Apply an organic fertilizer formulated for succulents every 2-4 weeks, from March to October.
Ideal Temperature Range
- 55-80°F / 13-27°C
Ideal Humidity Range
- 40-50%
Time to Maturity
- 3-5 years
Eventual Height
1-2 ft / 30-60 cm
Eventual Spread
12-18 in / 30-45 cm
Crassula ovata ‘Hobbit’
Similar to Gollum Jade, but with curled-back leaves.
Crassula ovata ‘Tricolor’
Features variegated leaves with green, yellow, and red colors.
Crassula ovata ‘Coral’
Has coral-colored tips on its tubular leaves.