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How to Care for a Golden Pothos

• Golden pothos is an ideal houseplant; it's attractive, hardy, tolerant of many lighting conditions but fond of low light, fast-growing, safe around children and pets, and almost impossible to kill. They even improve the air quality.
• Place your golden pothos in partial sun.
• Keep the soil moist, but not wet.
• Trim your golden pothos from time to time.

Caring for and Feeding Live Orchid Plants

• Orchids thrive in a moderate home environment. Many orchids make successful houseplants because they do well in conditions comfortable for humans. The easiest orchids to grow include tiny-flowered epidendrum and popular phalaenopsis, or moth orchids. Since most varieties need at least five years to flower, novices should begin with plants already in bloom.
• Keep your orchids in indirect sunlight.
• Orchids prefer moderate to warm temperatures and humidity ranging from 40 to 60 percent. Indoor temperatures between 50 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit suit them the best. Don't allow orchids to become hot. 
• Water orchids thoroughly, allowing excess to drain through the holes in the pot. Don't overwater.
• For best results, fertilize your orchids, but not too much. Choose a balanced 20-20-20 fertilizer or a 30-10-10 orchid mix. Fertilize every two to four weeks.
• An orchid should stay in the original pot until it becomes too large or until the potting mixture deteriorates. Remove the orchid from the pot and clean off the potting mixture. Then cut off dead or rotten roots.

Aglaonema Plant Care

• Commonly known as the Chinese evergreen, the aglaonema as it is more commonly known, is one of the most preferred plants for homes and offices because of its low-maintenance characteristics and its ability to grow in low-light conditions. This does not mean that this type of plant can survive on its own without care.
• Aglaonemas prefer to be placed in indirect light or partial shade. They do not like the cold--they must not be exposed to temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. They thrive in temperature conditions between 65 F and 90 F. High humidity is also essential. 
• Soil must be moist and not wet or soggy. 
• Aglaonemas are usually grown using slow-release fertilizers, which are top-dressed or already mixed into the soil mixture. 
• Aglaonemas make perfect choices for indoor use. They are easy to care for and quite attractive. Clean leaves on a regular basis. Generally, flowers should be removed because they serve no benefit and aren’t necessarily attractive. Leaving the flowers will just draw energy and nutrients from the plant.

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