What Is Root Rot? How to Identify, Prevent & Treat It

Sep 20, 2025Oct 1, 2025 Patch Plants

There’s a moment every plant lover dreads. You water your plant, maybe even carefully, and yet something feels off. Leaves start yellowing. Growth slows. The soil stays damp for longer than it should. And when you finally pull the plant out of its pot, what you see isn’t the firm white roots you were hoping for but brown, mushy ones that break apart far too easily. That’s Root Rot. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. The term gets thrown around a lot, and it’s worth pausing for a second…

Outdoor Plants That Can Withstand Unexpected Storms and Heatwaves

Sep 18, 2025Oct 1, 2025 Patch Plants

It’s easy to love a garden when the weather is predictable—steady sunshine, a little rain, mild temperatures. However, the truth is that we are increasingly finding ourselves dealing with extremes. A sudden storm can rip through in minutes. A week-long heatwave can leave a garden scorched. And it raises the question: Which outdoor plants can really handle this new normal? I didn’t think about it much until last summer. A freak storm snapped branches, flattened delicate flowers, and turned the soil into heavy mud. A few days later, a heatwave arrived, baking the…

Office-Friendly Plants That Survive Fluorescent Lighting

Sep 16, 2025 Patch Plants

If you’ve ever tried keeping plants in an office, you already know the struggle. Windows are few, blinds stay shut most of the day, and the only light your poor plant gets comes from those humming fluorescent tubes overhead. It feels almost unfair. But here’s the thing—there are Office-Friendly Plants that can actually survive, even thrive, in this kind of environment. I’ll admit, I used to think plants were strictly for sunny spots. But after moving into an office with no windows at all, I got curious. Could plants really…

Rare Houseplants That Are Worth the Hunt

Sep 13, 2025 Patch Plants

There’s something strangely addictive about plants. You start with one—maybe a money tree because someone swore it brings luck. Then, before you know it, you’re on the hunt for the rarest, most unusual greenery you can find. It’s like a treasure hunt, except instead of gold, you’re chasing leaves with odd patterns or flowers that only bloom when the stars align. That’s the world of Rare Houseplants. They aren’t just decorations. They’re stories, challenges, even bragging rights. I remember walking past a plant shop once and spotting a variegated monstera…

Feng Shui Indoor Plants to Attract Positive Energy in 2025

Sep 10, 2025Sep 10, 2025 Patch Plants

Some people fill their homes with furniture, while others fill them with art. But for many of us, plants are what make a space feel alive. There’s something oddly grounding about having greenery around, and when you mix that with a touch of philosophy—like Feng Shui—it suddenly feels deeper than just “decor.” And maybe that’s why the topic of Feng Shui Indoor Plants keeps coming up more than ever in 2025. We’re living in a time when balance is tricky to come by. Screens never switch off, the world moves…

How to Create an Indoor Jungle Without Overcrowding

Sep 9, 2025Sep 10, 2025 Patch Plants

Creating an indoor jungle is something many plant lovers dream about. There’s just something so satisfying about walking into a room and being surrounded by greenery. But here’s the thing—I think a lot of people, myself included at one point, fall into the trap of overcrowding. You know, cramming plants into every corner until the space feels more like a greenhouse than a cozy living area. So, how do we get that lush, vibrant indoor jungle without it feeling chaotic? Well, let’s dive into it. Why Indoor Jungles Are So…

Best Indoor Plants for First-Time Plant Parents in 2025

Sep 8, 2025 Patch Plants

Becoming a plant parent is one of those small but surprisingly big decisions. You don’t quite realize it at first. You just think, “Alright, I’ll pick up a plant for the corner of my living room, see how it goes.” But then—suddenly—you’re checking soil moisture, moving pots around for light, maybe even talking to leaves when no one’s watching. Plants sneak into our routines. For many people stepping into this green world, especially as a First-Time Plant owner, it can feel like standing in front of a buffet table where…

Year-Round Balcony Plants That Handle Wind, Rain & Sun

Sep 7, 2025 Patch Plants

I’ve often thought about how much difference a few green touches can make to a balcony. You step outside with a cup of tea—or maybe just to stretch your legs—and suddenly the space feels alive. But, of course, there’s always that nagging problem: not every plant can handle the changing weather. Wind, rain, blazing sun—it all takes a toll. So, the real question is: which balcony plants can you count on all year? Plants that don’t just survive but look good, even when the seasons change and the elements test…

Best Outdoor Plants for Busy Professionals in 2025

Sep 6, 2025Sep 7, 2025 Patch Plants

Life rarely slows down, especially for busy professionals. The demands of work, family, and everything in between often leave little time for tending a garden. Yet, the desire for greenery—for that small patch of calm after a long day—never quite goes away. That’s why, in 2025, the trend toward low-maintenance plants is stronger than ever. People want the joy of an outdoor space without feeling chained to it. So, what are the best outdoor plants 2025 has to offer for people with limited time? Which ones fit neatly into a…

Plants That Keep Bugs Away Without Chemical Repellents

Sep 5, 2025Sep 7, 2025 Patch Plants

When you think about summer evenings in the garden, it sounds almost perfect—fresh air, a soft breeze, maybe a drink in hand. But then reality crashes in: mosquitoes buzzing, flies landing on everything, and suddenly you’re waving your arms around more than actually relaxing. For decades, most people reached for sprays and coils, those familiar bottles of chemical repellents. They work, sure, but there’s a tradeoff. Strong smells, skin irritation, environmental concerns—it makes you wonder if nature itself already had answers we overlooked. That’s where plants step in. And honestly,…