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Decoding the Fenestrations: Why Does My Monstera Have Holes?

Welcome to the world of the Swiss Cheese Plant! The Monstera Deliciosa, with its iconic hole-filled leaves (called fenestrations), is a magnificent statement plant. While it looks exotic, caring for it is surprisingly straightforward once you understand its native jungle environment. Follow this guide to keep your monster thriving! Photo by Avonne Stalling: https://www.pexels.com/photo/green-plant-near-white-wall-6597437/ ☀️ 1. The Light Requirement: Bright, but Indirect Mons

The Mexican Petunia (Ruellia simplex) is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial famous for its trumpet-shaped, vibrant purple flowers that bloom almost constantly in warm climates. Although the individual flowers only last for a day, the plant's profuse blooming habit ensures a continuous, colorful display. Photo by: Plantjoy.com 🌿 General Importance and Uses The plant's widespread popularity stems from its incredible resilience and low-maintenance requirements, making it valua

The Lemon Cypress ( Cupressus macrocarpa 'Goldcrest Wilma' ) is a highly popular, slow-growing conifer often kept in containers due to its bright, cheerful green foliage and naturally neat, conical or rounded shape. Beyond its striking appearance, the foliage releases a pleasant citrus scent when gently touched, making it a wonderful sensory plant for patios and entrances. ​Essential Planting & Placement ​1. Light Requirements ​This plant loves bright light to maintain its vi

The Boat Lily ( Tradescantia spathacea ) is a vibrant, low-maintenance plant prized for its colorful foliage and unique flowers. With long, sword-shaped leaves that are deep green on top and rich purple underneath, this plant is a stunning addition to garden beds, borders, and indoor containers. Photo by: Plantjoys.com 🪴 Key Features and Fun Facts Distinctive Foliage:  The dual-colored leaves are the plant's main attraction, providing year-round color. The "Boat" Flower:  It

The Pandan plant ( Pandanus amaryllifolius ) is a tropical perennial that is an absolute must-have for anyone interested in Southeast Asian flavors or simply looking for an attractive, fragrant houseplant. Often called the "Vanilla of the East," its long, slender, deep-green leaves impart a unique, sweet, grassy, and subtly nutty aroma to both savory and sweet dishes. Photo by: Plantjoys.com The Culinary Star While it looks similar to decorative grass, the Pandan leaf is a

Bougainvillea is one of the most loved ornamental plants in tropical and warm climates — and for a good reason. With its vibrant pink, purple, white, and orange bracts, this fast-growing climber can transform any fence, wall, or garden corner into a bright, blooming paradise. In Cambodia, bougainvillea grows easily and is often seen along walkways, resorts, homestays, and home gardens. photo by: Plantjoys.com 🌿 What Makes Bougainvillea Special? Although people call them “flo

The Tradescantia zebrina, also known as the Wandering Jew or Inch Plant, is one of the most eye-catching houseplants you can grow. Its leaves shine with purple, silver, and green stripes, making it look like a little piece of a rainbow hanging from a pot. Beginners love this plant because it grows fast, looks unique, and is almost impossible to kill. Even a small cutting will quickly grow into a full, trailing plant perfect for shelves, hangers, or balconies. 🌿 Why People Lo

If you have ever walked past a garden and noticed a delicate purple flower hanging gracefully like a small bell, you may have met the Bengal Clock Vine  ( Thunbergia grandiflora ). This stunning climbing plant is loved for its soft lavender petals, bright yellow throat, and long, elegant flower clusters that sway gently in the wind. It brings a peaceful, refreshing feeling to any space it grows, perfect for home gardens, fences, and small green corners. A Flower That Loves to

The Desert Rose (Adenium) is a tropical flowering plant known for its bright pink blossoms and thick, sculpted trunk. It is a favorite among home gardeners because it combines beauty, strength, and low maintenance. Even in hot and dry weather, the Desert Rose continues to grow and bloom, making it a perfect plant for Cambodia’s climate. With the right care, it can flower many times a year and become a stunning centerpiece in any garden or balcony. Desert Rose (Adenium): A Str

While most people enjoy the beauty and health benefits of nature, many find the actual care of plants stressful or difficult. Plants have a quiet way of changing a space. Whether they sit on a small balcony, along a wall in the garden, or near a kitchen window, they bring a sense of freshness and calm that nothing else can replace. At PlantJoys , we believe plants are more than decorations, they are companions that brighten our daily lives. Photo: Plantjoys Why Plants Make Us