Plant Care Guides

Welcome to our Plant Care Guide Library! Our guides offer insights and practical advice on light, water, and nurturing techniques. As always, if you'd like to ask us a specific plant question we are always here for that! Please connect with us directly at info@foli.ca

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Monstera (Monstera Deliciosa)

Our Monstera are gorgeous! Maturing in our greenhouse, they are full of fenestrations (the split-leaf shape they've become famous for). These happy plants love sunshine, hydrated soil and the odd spin to allow for even growth!

Fun Fact

Frequently, climbing plants with aerial roots can cause damage to the surfaces they cling to. The good news is that Monstera's aerial roots are the well-behaved counterparts among aerial roots. They won't harm your interior; rather, they serve as additional support or a nutrient source for your plant.

Sunlight

Prefers bright indirect light. Place close to a south-facing window or in the next brightest alternative.
Avoid direct sun, as the leaves will burn.
Your Monstera loves humidity! Bright bathrooms or grouping it with other plants will boost humidity levels.
Try to position your plant away from blowing air, such as an air vent or gas fireplace.
Consistent sunlight can provide shorter inter-leaf spacing and more character in the leaves.

Water

Water your monstera every 10–14 days.
If possible, water the roots of your monstera in the sink or shower, allowing excess water to drain fully out of the grower’s pot before placing it back in your decorative pot.
Keep the soil on the dryer side, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out between waterings.
Don’t allow your plant to sit in water. This will drown the roots and will make them susceptible to root rot.

Sad Signs

Brown and crispy leaf edges may indicate a thirsty plant or insufficient watering.
When your plant wilts due to a dry soil, it's often a sign of underwatering or the roots becoming pot-bound.
Yellowing leaves or blackened stems often result from overly wet soil, suggesting that your plant may be overwatered.

Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica)

The dark, dramatic foliage of the rubber tree marks it as an absolute Foli fave! Their deep green leaves contrast perfectly with each pot option, and as new growth comes in it pushes out of bright, beautiful red buds! And the rubber tree can manage in almost any setting. The more sun you give it, the more it will thrive!

Fun Fact

The Rubber Tree, cousin to the beloved Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree, earns its name from the white latex it generates.

Sunlight

Prefers bright to moderate indirect light. Place your rubber tree close to a south-facing window or your brightest alternative.
Avoid direct sun, as the leaves will scorch.
Rubber trees enjoy humidity!

Water

Water your rubber tree 1–2 times per week depending on humidity.
Keep the soil moist but not soggy. During cooler months, it’s okay to allow the soil to dry out slightly. If overwatered, leaves may turn yellow and fall off.
Avoid misting, as the rubber tree’s leaves can capture static water, which can lead to spot disease.

Sad Signs

Soft leaves or dark stems = Too much watering
Wilting foliage = Not enough water
Leaves dropping = Needs more sunlight!

Birds of Paradise (Strelitza)

Tropical vibes on point! The famous bird of paradise (BOP) is a show stopper and will not disappoint. A life-long plant, it can be taken outside during summer months and brought back inside to keep the jungle vibes strong throughout the winter. BOP leaves will naturally tear as a defence against wind in the rainforest, so don't be alarmed; it's all a part of their look!

Fun Fact

The Bird of Paradise is named after the colourful, crane-like flowers it produces in its native environment.
In flower symbolism, the Bird of Paradise represents freedom, magnificence, and good perspective. It is often associated with joyfulness and paradise, reflecting its tropical and exotic appearance.

Sunlight

Place in bright direct sun to bright indirect sun.
If you want your BOP to flower, put it out in direct sunlight during the summer.
This plant can handle 6 hours of direct sunlight.

Water

Water only when the soil is dry.
Increase watering when the plant is in sunny locations during the warmer months.
Winter watering is about 3 weeks between watering. In the summer, you can increase to 2 times a week.

Sad Signs

Leaf splitting on the sides: It's normal! It helps the plant withstand wind in its natural environment.
Yellowing of lower leaves: Slow down on the watering, you may be overwatering your plant!
Wilting and curling leaves with a dry potting mix: Signs of a thirsty plant, this means you need to increase the watering schedule.

Jade (Crassula ovata)

Jade is a go-to classic for our Foli people! Great as a gift, a small gesture of good fortune, health and prosperity, the Jade brings all the good vibes. This is an indoor/outdoor plant, perfect to transition to sunny spaces outdoors in the summer and a sunny sill when inside.

Fun Fact

Jade plants make the perfect gift! With many omens a Jade Plant signifies a gesture of goodwill, a token of celebration, or a thoughtful housewarming gift. Jade plants are versatile and carry positive symbolism, making them a popular choice for gift-giving occasions!

Sunlight

Jade plants can tolerate long periods of bright indirect sunlight and prefers 4 or more hours of sunlight each day.
As your plant grows, it will be able to tolerate more sun.

Water

Watering this plant depends entirely on the season and the level of sunlight it receives. Ensure that the soil is dry before watering by placing your finder an inch into the soil.
This plant will require more water while it’s growing (in the Spring and Summer months) compared to the rest of the year. Water once a month in the colder dormant season.

Sad Signs

Mushy leaves or black stems = Overwatered. Let your Jade plant dry out and start with a fresh watering schedule
Wrinkling leaves or dry soil means the plant is underwatered and it's thirsty! Give your Jade a good drink of water
Leaf drop means the plant is not getting enough light

Peperomia (Caperata, Obtusfolia)

Non-toxic, easy to care for and means "everything will be alright"! Introducing the Peperomia. We carry 3 varieties of these awesome plants, the Peperomia Obtusifolia, Peperomia Hope and the Peperomia Double Duty.

Fun Fact

Meaning behind the Peperomia is "everything will be alright"
In the wild, Peperomias are found at the base of trees and surrounding forest floors. They do better grouped with other plants to maintain their moisture.

Sunlight

Peperomias prefer bright to moderate light. Morning light and filtered light are preferred. Dimmer conditions can result in less growth and leaf drop.

Water

Peperomia leaves are like succulents and can hold a decent amount of water. You can let the soil dry out slightly before watering, but generally this plant likes to remain moist.

Sad Signs

Wilting plant or dry soil means the plant is underwatered, gift your Peperomia the gift of h20!
Yellowish leaves or brownish/black stems means its been overwatered, you can slow down on the watering schedule.

ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas Zamilifolia)

Bright and beautiful arching foliage! ZZ is a crowd pleaser! Foli's best seller and most consistently loved plant you cannot go wrong with the ZZ!

Fun Fact

You might spot large potato-like rhizomes under the surface of the ZZ Plant's soil. These store water to help the plant survive drought in its native habitat.

Sunlight

Prefers low to moderate light conditions. Your ZZ plant can happily live 2–3 metres away from windows.
Avoid direct sunlight as your plant will burn.
Wipe your ZZ foliage with a damp cloth making it shine & enabling it to capture all available light.

Water

Try to keep your plant’s soil slightly moist. Virtually “unkillable” your easy ZZ will forgive you if you put it through some drought conditions. (ZZ plants have reservoirs for storing water & can draw from these when needed!)
Overwatering can cause stem & root rot. Look for yellowing leaves as an indicator.

Sad Signs

Wilting plant, dry potting mix: Thirsty plant, underwatered
Wrinkled leaves: Thirsty plant, underwatered
Yellowing and becoming mushy, wet potting mix: Root rot, overwatered

Snake (Sansevieria Trifasciata)

The vertically pleasing Snake plant is a popular choice due to it's hardiness, easy of care and air purifying benefits.

Fun Fact

The Snake Plant is renowned for its air-purifying abilities.

Sunlight

Snake plants can tolerate variable light conditions, from bright direct light to low, even artificial light sources.
The more sun exposure you provide, the more sword-like shoots and growth you'll experience.

Water

Allow the soil to completely dry out between waterings.
Wipe leaves with a damp cloth for added shine.
If soil becomes hard and clumpy loosen with a chop stick. This may be a signal that fresh soil is needed.
Spring through Fall, fertilize monthly.

Sad Signs

A sad Snake Plant may exhibit drooping leaves, brown tips, and slowed growth.

Dieffenbachia (aka Dumb Cane or Leopard Lily)

Meet the Dieffenbachia! Pronounced Diff-En-Bock-ia, this large floor plant is bursting with variegated leaf patterns in vivid greens. This plant grows quickly and easily when given the right conditions: moderate indirect light and water whenever the top few inches of soil is dry.

Fun Fact

The global Dieffenbachia family boasts around 30 distinct varieties, with roots tracing back to Middle and South America.

Sunlight

Prefers bright light in the winter and bright, indirect or filtered light in the summer.
Avoid direct light, especially in the spring and summer as new leaves can burn.

Water

Keep soil damp during the growing season; they like regular waterings and not to dry out (about 1–2 times a week).
Cut back on water in the winter months (every 2 weeks or so).
Make sure the top 2” of the soil is dry before watering.
Leaves will droop when your plant is thirsty.

Sad Signs

Browning tips can be caused by uneven watering. You can always trim off any brown spots with clean shears.
Rotate your plant regularly to keep your plant evenly full.
Wash hands if any sap comes into contact with your skin.

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Monstera (Monstera Deliciosa)

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Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica)

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Birds of Paradise (Strelitza)

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Jade (Crassula ovata)

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Peperomia (Caperata, Obtusfolia)

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ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas Zamilifolia)

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Snake (Sansevieria Trifasciata)

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Dieffenbachia (aka Dumb Cane or Leopard Lily)

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