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Beautifully variegated leaves form sharp (and dangerous) spikes. Can be trimmed off with clippers, but not ideal for homes with pets or children!

Grow as a house plant and take it outside during the summer to create an Arizona landscape.

Succulents are low maintenance. Growing best in bright, dry environments and appreciating periods of neglect, making this an ideal house plant!

Requires substantial amounts of light, at least 5 hours of bright, direct light every day. Placing your succulent outdoors during the summer months will help it to thrive.

Pro tip: Moving your plant outside in the spring, after growing indoors over the winter, can be a harsh transition and intense afternoon sunlight can cause sunburn. Place your plant where it can receive small amounts of shade when the sun is strongest.

The Lipstick Plant, or Aeschynanthus radicans, is a charming and vibrant indoor plant with glossy, green foliage and tubular, lipstick-shaped flowers that add a burst of color, creating a whimsical and tropical atmosphere.

Light Requirement: Thriving in bright, indirect light, place the Lipstick Plant in a location with filtered sunlight or partial shade. It can tolerate lower light conditions but benefits from exposure to moderate to bright light for robust flowering.

Watering Requirement: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of the soil feels slightly dry. Ensure proper drainage and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Mature Height: With a trailing growth habit, Lipstick Plants can reach varying lengths, often cascading 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90 cm). Regular pruning encourages branching and helps maintain a fuller appearance.

The Lipstick Plant, or Aeschynanthus radicans, is a charming and vibrant indoor plant with glossy, green foliage and tubular, lipstick-shaped flowers with a deep red/black colour, creating a whimsical and tropical atmosphere.

Light Requirement: Thriving in bright, indirect light, place the Lipstick Plant in a location with filtered sunlight or partial shade. It can tolerate lower light conditions but benefits from exposure to moderate to bright light for robust flowering.

Watering Requirement: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of the soil feels slightly dry. Ensure proper drainage and avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Mature Height: With a trailing growth habit, Lipstick Plants can reach varying lengths, often cascading 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90 cm). Regular pruning encourages branching and helps maintain a fuller appearance.

Plants are more than twice size as photo!

The Monstera Deliciosa, often referred to as the Split Leaf Philodendron, is an iconic and visually stunning indoor plant featuring large, glossy, split leaves that give it a distinctive and tropical appearance.

Light Requirement: Thriving in bright, indirect light, place the Monstera Deliciosa in a location with filtered sunlight or partial shade. It can tolerate lower light conditions but benefits from exposure to moderate to bright light for optimal leaf development.

Watering Requirement: Allow the top inch of the soil to dry out between waterings, and water thoroughly. The Monstera Deliciosa prefers slightly moist but well-draining soil. Be cautious not to overwater to prevent root rot.

Mature Height: With a climbing or trailing growth habit, the Monstera Deliciosa can reach varying heights, often growing up to 6 to 10 feet (180 to 300 cm) indoors. Regular pruning and providing adequate support can help manage its size and shape.

Small but Prickly! Handle with caution and care to avoid getting poked with one of it's spikes.

Succulents are well-suited to bright, dry environments and appreciate periods of neglect, making this an ideal house plants whether you have a green thumb or not! 

Requires substantial amounts of light,  receiving at least four to five hours of bright, direct light every day, and ideally six. Placing your Echeveria outdoors during the summer months will help it to thrive.

Pro tip: If you're moving your plant outside in the spring after growing indoors over the winter, make sure to make a gradual transition. Intense afternoon sunlight can cause sunburn, so place your plant where it receives a bit of shade when the sun is strongest.

Sago Palm, or Cycas revoluta, is a unique and ancient plant resembling a palm tree, with a distinctive crown of feathery, dark green fronds and a sturdy, textured trunk.

Light Requirement: Preferring bright, indirect light, place the Sago Palm in a location with filtered sunlight. It can tolerate lower light conditions, but it thrives best with ample light.

Watering Requirement: Allow the soil to dry out between waterings, and water sparingly. Sago Palms are drought-tolerant and can suffer from overwatering, so ensure the soil is well-draining.

Mature Height: Reaching a mature height of 3 to 8 feet (90 to 240 cm), the Sago Palm is a slow grower. Regularly remove yellowing or damaged fronds to maintain a tidy appearance.