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Go to the Etsy Shop! Come shop a variety of houseplants from common to collectible in our Etsy store.  Monstera, Philodendron, Anthurium, Hoya and more! We offer local delivery and pickup, and all orders are shipped via UPS to the 48 contiguous US states. Sign-Up To Win! If you’re into free stuff, sign-up to win a free plant in a monthly drawing and receive my free monthly email newsletter with info. about discounts, new plants coming soon, and helpful articles about plant care. I promise I won’t share your info. with anyone! Follow along on our  Instagram  and  Facebook  for updates, plant photos and giveaways!

All About Houseplant Lighting

Hello plant lovers! In order for your plants to thrive you will have to give them the light that they need. It's always a struggle to figure out the best lighting conditions that will be suitable for each plant! Will it be too bright? Is the spot you dream of having filled with plants a dark windowless area? From my own experiences and research I feel I can give you some help. Read on to see how I solve problems like too much or too little light, and learn how the direction from which sunlight comes might affect your plant. Too Much Light Signs Burnt leaves, brown spots direct sunlight can be very hot Drying soil (when your plant is getting too much sunlight it causes it to intake water much faster) Bleached leaves Wilting curling or folding What To Do? Get a sheer curtain that will help cut out some light, move your plants back further from the window, or try a stick-on window covering. Not Enough Light Signs Lower leaves dying (the plant may be putting energy into producing leave

How to Spot & Fix Root Rot

Hello plant lovers! Have you ever brought a plant home from the store and then noticed the soil smells bad and there are black spots on the lower leaves? Your plant could be a victim of root rot! Never fear! In today’s blog I will tell you what causes root rot, how to spot it, and most importantly, how to fix it so your plant will thrive again. What Causes Root Rot? Root rot is a fungal or bacterial condition of the roots of a plant. If left untreated, in no time that bacteria or fungus will spread throughout a plant’s entire root system and cause it to rot even up to the stem. The fungus or bacteria was already present in either the plant, cutting, or soil you are using. When it was introduced to an environment that was moist and without much oxygen it thrived. While it can happen to any plant inside your house or out, root rot tends to happen most commonly in containers and pots. It also happens more often in soil without small bugs like mites and springtails which play a huge role i

Houseplant Soil Recipes & Tips

Hello plant lovers! Today’s blog is a continuation of my last blog about potting mediums and what I’ve learned during my own incredible houseplant journey. When I first started I searched for any helpful material discussing the soil mixes for the plants I was bringing home. Unfortunately, at the time, I wasn’t able to find much useful info. To help all of you budding plant lovers, today I want to discuss the soil mixes and lifelong care needs of some of the common nursery plant genus' and groups you are likely to encounter in your own houseplant journey. Note, a “genus” is the first name in plant identification followed by the “species” which signifies the exact type of plant within the genus. When I refer to a “potting medium” I am talking about any material used to propagate or grow plants. There is also some information at the bottom of this blog about dealing with root rot and humidity as it relates to potting mediums. For rare or endangered plants please do further research in

Potting Mediums Explained

Hello plant lovers! To keep your houseplant the happiest it can be there are some basic needs you can satisfy. Sunlight and water are obvious needs but planting it in a potting material (“medium”) in which it can thrive is another important aspect. This blog will give you an introduction to different mediums you may run into throughout your houseplant journey. I will be telling you where each of them comes from as well as how and why they are used. There are many organic potting mediums/soil amendments that are made by decomposition or harvested then dried. I wanted to also include inorganic, mineral and clay potting alternatives since these have become popular. Organic Potting Mediums There are many types of moss used for potting around the world but the most common are peat moss and sphagnum moss. Peat moss is an assortment of ground, dried grasses and moss harvested from wetlands in the northern United States and Canada. Plants with fine root systems such as begonias prefer peat mos

How I Pack Your Plants

The Leaf Lady offers shipping to the contiguous US states from our Bend, Oregon nursery to your doorstep. Today I want to share with you the steps that I take to ensure your plant arrives looking its best. Step #1: When I receive your order, my first step is always  to choose  the happiest plant in my nursery for you.    Step # 2: Next, I tape up the top of the pot to prevent the potting medium from falling out during shipping. It also provides a bit more insulation for the root system to stay its healthiest.  The pot is then taped inside a piece of cardboard and rolled up. The corrugated cardboard prevents the plant from getting squished or moving during shipping. Step # 3: Next, the top of the cardboard roll is then stuffed with packing material in order to protect the leaves and insulate the plant somewhat from cold weather.        Step #4: The cardboard roll is then placed inside of a box that is padded with bubble wrap. I make sure the plant does not move inside of the box by fill

The Leaf Lady is Open!

Come shop a variety of houseplants from common to collectible. Monstera, Philodendron, Anthurium, Hoya and more! We offer local delivery and pickup, and all orders are shipped via UPS to the 48 contiguous US states. If you’re into free stuff, sign-up to win a free plant in a monthly drawing and receive my monthly email newsletter with info. about discounts, new plants coming soon, and helpful articles about plant care. I promise I won’t share your info. with anyone! Follow along on our Instagram and Facebook for updates, plant photos and giveaways! Get to Know the Owner My name is Natalie and I am the owner of The Leaf lady. The Leaf Lady is a home-based online shop run from Bend, Oregon. My goal is to bring a greater variety of houseplants to Central Oregon and nationwide for plant beginners, hobbyists, and collectors to enjoy. I was raised to appreciate the desert plants in our local area and the joy of tending to a garden. My best memories are of my family gifting and sharing hous