The Sill Journal / Plants 101

Plants 101, made simple.

Everything a brand-new plant parent needs, with none of the jargon. Start here and build from the ground up.

112 articles
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How to Identify and Treat Pests in Your PlantsPlants 101

How to Identify and Treat Pests in Your Plants

From tiny webbing to sticky residue, plant pests leave telltale signs. Discover how to spot common culprits early and treat infestations effectively...

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Creating an Herb Garden at HomePlants 101

Creating an Herb Garden at Home

Tired of the frequent trips to your local grocery store for fresh herbs? Here’s some tips on bringing the outside in and creating...

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How To Repot an OrchidPlants 101

How To Repot an Orchid

While the average tropical houseplant should be repotted about once a year in fresh potting mix, Phalaenopsis orchids are a whole different...

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How To Make Your Orchid RebloomPlants 101

How To Make Your Orchid Rebloom

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How to Care for AnthuriumPlants 101

How to Care for Anthurium

Learn how to care for an Anthurium.

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Aluminum PileaPlants 101

Aluminum Pilea

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How to Care for MarantaPlants 101

How to Care for Maranta

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Photo of Calathea plant leavesPlants 101

How To Care for a Calathea

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How to Care for a Fiddle Leaf Fig or Ficus LyrataPlants 101

How to Care for a Fiddle Leaf Fig or Ficus Lyrata

Learn how to care for most varieties of Fiddle Leaf Fig!

1 min read
Rubber TreePlants 101

Rubber Tree

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Parlor Palm Plant Care GuidePlants 101

Parlor Palm Plant Care Guide

The Parlor Palm plant is easy to maintain and grow, you only need to know these basic tips. Learn how to care...

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monstera deliciosa care indoorPlants 101

How To Care for a Monstera Deliciosa

Learn how to care and create the best growing conditions for the Monstera deliciosa!

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Dino PlantPlants 101

Dino Plant

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OxalisPlants 101

Oxalis

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pothos plant carePlants 101

How to Care for a Pothos Plant

Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) may be one of the easiest plants to grow, but if you’re taking this variety or one of its cultivars into...

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Pencil Plant (Euphorbia)Plants 101

Pencil Plant (Euphorbia)

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