Tall Houseplants
Large plants can make a statement in the house and add texture. They require less maintenance than smaller houseplants.
Plants such as the Bird of Paradise with their large green leaves grow quickly and thrive in bright sunlight. They also provide color to your home.
Dragon Tree 'Madagascar'
The Madagascar Dragon Tree (or Dracaena marginata) is a popular tall houseplant because of its ease of maintenance and beautiful foliage. It is part of the Dracaena Genus and is renowned for its red resin that looks like blood when damaged or cut. It is said to resemble the dragon's bile from its native Madagascar.
Like many other members of the dracaena family Like many other members of the dracaena family, the Madagascar Dragon Tree is quite resilient and adaptable. This plant grows well in containers and can attain 6 feet or more not pruned. However, it can be cut down by pruning regularly. As long as it gets adequate light and moisture the plant can thrive in all conditions and should not suffer from overwatering.
The ideal location for your Madagascar Dragon Tree is a bright room with indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, as this will scorch the leaves and may cause the red resin to ooze out. The ideal spot for your Madagascar Dragon Tree is a North-facing window ledge or a spot that receives shade from East / West or South windows.
Dragon trees like a moderate humidity that can be achieved in most homes by misting the leaves on a regular basis. This is particularly important if the plant is situated in a room that tends to dry out, like the office or bedroom.
When the soil gets too dry, the Madagascar Dragon Tree will begin to produce leaf tips that are brown. To remedy this, add more water into the pot to keep the soil's moisture or increase humidity by grouping it with other plants that release moisture through their leaves, or by setting it on a tray filled with pebbles and water (so that the bottom of the pot is on the pebbles, and above the water line). It is a very tolerant plant and can be easily revived in the event that the root ball stays healthy.
Propagating a Madagascar Dragon Tree is easy as can be and it is usually offered at retail nurseries as cuttings from the mature plant, to be sold as new plants. It is also possible to grow by air layering stems, which is a simple process that can quickly produce a full-sized plant.
Dwarf Umbrella Plant
The Dwarf Umbrella Plant is a popular choice among home plant growers. It is among the fastest-growing plants, capable of reaching six feet or higher with good lighting levels. It also has tendencies to climb and is suitable for rooms with high ceilings. Its foliage is stunning dark green with creamy blotches and it comes in different varieties, including all-green and variegated.
Umbrella plants are tolerant of many conditions, however it is recommended to give them plenty of sunlight and avoid temperatures that are too low. They can also grow very quickly and get overgrown in a single growing season. To keep them looking great, prune them often and trim any dead leaves. These plants grow well in small pots, so it is easy to repot them.
It is essential to keep your dwarf umbrella plants watered using a watering hose or watering container that releases fine mist. This will ensure that the soil is evenly saturated. This type of hydration will help prevent root rot. Wait until the top inch of soil is dry before applying water to the soil once more. Do not let potted house plants become too wet. The amount of watering required is also variable depending on temperature and humidity. In summer it is recommended to increase the frequency of watering and reduce it slightly in winter.
Fertilize your dwarf umbrella plant every two weeks with a general household fertilizer formulated for foliage plants. This will encourage healthy and lush growth as in the development of flower buds if you want. This can be done at the same time as you irrigate it.
Regular pruning of your Dwarf Umbrella Plant is an excellent idea. This will keep it from becoming tangled and unruly and will also ensure that it has the most vibrant and healthy foliage. It's also an excellent idea to cut off any flowers when they appear and to remove any flower that is faded immediately you notice them.
The University of Florida recommends that you cut 1-inch stems just below the uppermost leaf and plant them in a sterile medium, like seed starting gel or rooting mix. Keep them moist and warm until they root. This usually takes between 1 and 2 months.
Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree
Fiddle Leaf Figs are the latest houseplant of the moment however they can be difficult to take care of. They need a lot of sun and don't appreciate extreme temperatures or drafts. They can also shed leaves in response to environmental changes, which is normal. If the plant loses a significant amount of leaves, the surface area for absorbing sunlight may be reduced, which may slow its growth.
As a general rule Fiddle Leaf Figs will increase in height by about a foot every year, though they can get higher if the conditions are right. When a ficus tree starts growing too slow, it is a sign that something is wrong. It's usually a problem with the amount of light that the plant is getting, or it might be an indication that the soil or the container isn't right for the plant.
The key to taking care of a Fiddle Leaf Fig is to provide it with filtered, bright light. It can be difficult to get enough of this type of light in an indoor setting and, therefore, it's often necessary to supplement with LED lights or other plant lighting. The plant will thrive without being exposed to too much direct sunlight which can cause the leaves to become brown or burn.
This kind of plant requires the best potting soil available that is well-draining. It is important to avoid over-watering, since this can lead to root rot and other issues. It's better to let the soil air dry between waterings. However, if you do, use water that's not too cold or hot.
Give the plant more light to encourage branching. This will allow it to stop growing straight towards the sky and begin branching out from the sides. Another method to encourage branching is to cut it often, removing any damaged or overgrown branches and trimming branches that cross each other to keep the plant neat.
Mast suggests using the touch test to determine when you should water your plant. If you still feel moisture on your fingers after putting your finger into the dirt until it's at the middle finger of your hand It's likely time to water.
Spider Plant
Spider plants (Chlorophytum Comosum) are a fantastic tall houseplant for the sunroom, conservatory or any other space that is tall. It is a relatively simple plant to grow and also is effective in of purifying the air inside your home. Their beautiful green flowers are stunning and can be a beautiful accent to any room.
They are fairly tolerant to different levels of light, however they do best in bright indirect sunlight. They can tolerate low light levels as well but their growth and overall health will suffer if they are in dark areas for long periods of time. They don't like being dry. They also are susceptible to fungal problems, so it's recommended to mist them frequently or put a tray with pebbles beneath the pot (to reduce the amount of moisture).
They can produce young plants quickly. When the trailing spiderettes develop roots that are at minimum one inch or two in length it is a good idea to cut them off the mother plant and then plant them in a new pot that is well-drained. The baby plants will root in a few weeks. You can then remove them to continue growing.
This is a tough plant that doesn't require regular pruning. However, it may benefit from being pruned at the beginning of spring to stimulate new growth and flowering. They look stunning cascading from the ceiling and can be used as the focal point of a hanging pot. Spider plants are nontoxic so they are a safe option for homes with pets and children.
They can also be affected by bacterial leaf blight and pest infestations. They may also be affected by bacterial leaf blight or pest infestations, so it is important to inspect them on a regular basis and move them to places in your home that are safe from the reach of children and animals.