Monsteras have certainly had a moment over the last few years- and deservedly so, a plant that makes a graphic statement all on its own is hard to resist! It’s vine-ier cousin, the Monstera adansonii, or Swiss Cheese Vine, however has really grabbed our attention now. More delicate than the larger ‘Split Leaf’ Monstera, the Swiss Cheese Vine…
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Plant-o-Pedia: Zebra Plant
Justina is often asked about her favorite plants and while there are many, lately the Zebra plant has been at the top of her list. A plant that combines two key elements of The Jungalow- pattern and plants- will definitely be right at home with us. Added bonus? As long as it receives enough light,…
Plant-o-Pedia: String of Pearls
Ah the String of Pearls. Who hasn’t been drawn in by it’s siren song, right? All those lush locks of cute little pearl shaped leaves? Who can resist? ;) But if you’re like a lot of people (several of us at The Jungalow included), frustration soon sets in as the plant begins to struggle, eventually…
Plant-o-Pedia: Silver Dollar Vine
When I first saw a Xerosicyos danguyi, or Silver Dollar Vine, I was at a nursery in Seattle and even though it meant bringing it on a 1200 mile road trip back to LA, I had to have it! With it’s round succulent leaves in the perfect shade of matte green, it’s definitely a star…
Plant-o-Pedia: Spider Plant
The spider plant- which definitely had a big moment in the late 70’s / early 80’s — may remind you of your grandmother’s living room, but we’re calling it — it’s about to make a comeback. With fun striped leaves on several cultivars, and it’s ability to produce off shoot babies, it’s the perfect plant to add…
Plant-o-Pedia: Dracena
Trees are pretty much the biggest plant investment you’ll make, so it can be a little nerve wracking to choose the right one. No one wants to watch a $$$ fiddle leaf fig die a slow death, right? Easy care trees to the rescue! One of our favorites for both it’s carefree vibes and its fun foliage…