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February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

Best Indoor Plants for Home Offices

Indoor plants arranged in a modern home office workspace, including snake plant, pothos, peace lily, and ZZ plant. — Low-maintenance indoor plants placed throughout a home office to create a calm, productive workspace. pottedpatch.com.

A home office should be a place where you can focus, feel comfortable, and stay motivated throughout the day. Indoor plants do more than just look good—they improve mood, soften hard spaces, and help create a calmer, more productive work environment.

This guide covers the best indoor plants for home offices, including low-maintenance options, plants that thrive in typical office lighting, and varieties that won’t demand constant attention during busy workdays.

February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

Best Indoor Plants for Complete Beginners

Beginner-friendly indoor plants including snake plant, pothos, peace lily, ZZ plant, and spider plant. — A collection of easy-care indoor plants that are ideal for first-time plant owners. pottedpatch.com.

Starting with houseplants can feel intimidating if you’ve never cared for one before. Concerns about overwatering, poor light, or “killing plants” are common—but the truth is, many indoor plants are extremely forgiving. With the right beginner-friendly choices, you can build confidence quickly and enjoy healthy plants with minimal effort.

This guide covers the best indoor plants for complete beginners, why they’re easy to care for, and what makes them ideal for first-time plant owners.

February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

Best Pot Size for a Monstera

Monstera plant in a properly sized pot showing ideal container size for healthy indoor growth. — A healthy Monstera planted in an appropriately sized pot for balanced root growth and stability. pottedpatch.com.

Choosing the right pot size for a Monstera is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for its long-term health. Too small, and growth stalls. Too large, and you risk root rot, soggy soil, and slow development. The goal is balance: enough room for roots to expand, without overwhelming the plant.

This guide breaks down the best pot sizes for Monstera plants at every stage, how to know when it’s time to repot, and common container mistakes to avoid.

February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

Why Yellow Leaves Happen on Monstera

Monstera plant with yellow leaves showing common indoor plant care problems. — A Monstera plant displaying yellow leaves indoors, a common sign of watering, light, or soil issues. pottedpatch.com.

Yellow leaves on a Monstera are one of the most common plant problems—and one of the most misunderstood. A yellowing leaf doesn’t always mean something is seriously wrong, but it does mean the plant is reacting to its environment or care routine.

This guide breaks down why Monstera leaves turn yellow, how to identify the exact cause, and what to do to fix it without stressing the plant further.

February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

How to Care for a Monstera Indoors

Healthy Monstera plant growing indoors in bright indirect light. — A thriving Monstera plant placed indoors in a bright, well-lit living space. pottedpatch.com.

Monsteras are one of the most popular houseplants for a reason. Their bold, split leaves bring instant character to a space, yet they’re surprisingly low-maintenance once you understand their basic needs. Whether you’re caring for a young plant or a mature, climbing Monstera, this guide covers everything you need to help it thrive indoors.