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|3 tips for putting your houseplants in the rain
You may know that rain is GREAT for those plants that are cooped up inside for the majority of th... -
|How to grow the perfect Rubber Tree
Is there anything like a big, striking rubber tree? Their glossy, oval leaves are s t u n n i n g... -
|5 signs your houseplants aren't getting enough light
As the days are starting to get shorter, it's a good time to do a light check! Here are the tellt... -
|Save money AND be more sustainable with these 5 houseplant tips
We created We the Wild because we believe that you should be able to care for your plants, withou... -
|The 5 things you should do when you get a new plant
It happened again, didn’t it? You said it was the last one but the trails and fronds of your favo... -
|Quick fixes to the most common houseplant problems
You might think it’s all sunshine and daisies at We The Wild HQ, but we assure you we’ve sent our... -
|How to grow a Rhipsalis
You know what? We really don't think Rhipsalis are getting the attention they deserve! The viney,... -
|What is the best light for houseplants? A visual guide.
If we had a dollar for every time we heard ‘bright, indirect light’, we’d be clinking glasses wit... -
|4 pet-safe houseplants and how to care for them
We're a passionate group of plant AND pet parents here at We the Wild HQ. If you're like us and w... -
|How to grow a happy, healthy Hoya
Ah, Hoyas… dark, glossy leaves, incredible creeping tendrils and out-of-this-world blooms that lo... -
|What are the benefits of rainwater for houseplants?
Have you ever wondered why our houseplants look oh so green and vibrant after a shower outside in... -
|Home composting: some things you should know
It would surely come as no surprise that we love composting. It’s an awesome, natural and sustain... -
|Can Fungus Gnats Harm You or Your Houseplants?
Those little buzzing bugs are ‘bothersome’ to say the least. But, are they as harmful as they are... -
|How to Grow a Statement Snake Plant
One of the hardiest varieties of home greenery, snake plants are virtually indestructible! If you... -
|3 of Our Fave Flowering Houseplants And How to Grow Them
Did you know that using Grow Concentrate and Support Pellets can increase the frequency and quant... -
|How to Grow a Zanzibar Gem (ZZ) Plant
No, this isn’t a houseplant homage to the band, although the ZZ plant (or Zanzibar gem) has prett... -
|4 Things You Should Be Doing For Your Plants Now Summer is Here
Whilst many of our cherished plant babes come from tropical environments, the Australian summer s... -
|Tips to Keep Your Houseplants Happy While You Travel
We definitely ALL deserve some much needed family time this year, but travelling can leave your p... -
|5 Must-Have Plant Gifts You’ll Probably Want to Keep For Yourself
We love a floral bouquet as a gift (who doesn’t?), but if you want to give a piece of greenery wi... -
|Natural Christmas Decorations You Can Easily Make Yourself
Can’t find any decorations you like this Christmas? Make a statement by crafting your own instead... -
|How to Keep Your Potted (or cut) Christmas Tree Alive and Thriving!
There’s nothing quite like that beautifully fresh, piney aroma of a real Christmas tree to get yo... -
|4 of our Fave Christmas Plants and How to Care For Them
Switch up your festive décor with some fresh foliage this Christmas. Here are four of our favouri... -
|How to Care For Your Peace Lily in 5 Simple Steps
When it comes to caring for your Spathiphyllum (AKA Peace Lily), it’s important to understand ho... -
|How to grow Orchids
It’s little wonder that orchids are blooming popular! With thousands of varieties and colours, th... -
|What is Hydrophobic Soil and How do I Fix it?
Whilst there are many things we love about our warm Aussie climate, dry soil is definitely not on... -
|How to Grow Syngoniums: The No-Fuss Guide
Stylish Syngoniums, also known as Arrowheads, may start off as cute, compact leaf candy perfect f... -
|4 Tips to Fight Fungus Gnats
Not only are the little bugs that fly out of the soil of your pot damn annoying, but the larvae c... -
|How to Grow Devil's Ivy
Why grow Devil’s Ivy at home? First up, this fast-growing flora, in all its glossy green, cascad... -
|4 low light houseplants and how to care for them
Ok we're going to caveat these tips with the following: no plants (zero, zilch, nada) can live in... -
|The Spring Houseplant Guide for Victoria
Spring can be a glorious time of year in Victoria, but it can also be a little unpredictable. Rig... -
|The Spring Houseplant Guide to NSW & ACT
Winter is out, spring is officially in. Yes, we’ve thrown away the knitwear and are welcoming an ... -
|Spring houseplant guide for Queensland
Queenslanders are lucky ducks; with warm winters and beautiful sunshine, the tropical housepl... -
|Spring Houseplant Guide for Western Australia
Westerners prepare to rejoice — Spring has officially landed. And that means we can all look forw... -
|Spring Houseplant Guide for South Australia
Spring has finally sprung! Blue skies and warmer days are round the corner. But before we burst o... -
|Spring Houseplant Guide for Tasmania
Winter is out, spring is in! It's time to get excited! While spring days in Tassie are somewhat m... -
|Here's how to help bees survive, whether you're in a flat or on a farm.
I don't know about you, but I always took bees for granted...after all, a stinging insect must b... -
|5 of your fave plant influencers reveal the greenery they can't live without
Looking for a little plantspiration? Well you’ve come to the right place! We’ve taken inspiration... -
|Why does overwatering harm houseplants?
Want to know the number one reason why plant beginners struggle with their new green friends? Too... -
|How to Increase Humidity for Your Indoor Plants
When it comes to houseplants, the right humidity is a game changer. Whilst thick, humid air isn’t... -
|When it comes to climate action, what are we missing? Artist & activist Carine Thevenau tells us.
The work of artist and climate activist Carine Thevenau, juxtaposes the natural and industrial wo... -
|Pet-friendly Plants:What’s Safe for Your Fur Baby?
If your pet loves to chow down on wholesome leaves, here are some helpful tips to... -
|Prepare your plants for Spring with these 4 easy tips
If you want those green babes throwing new leaves left, right and centre (duh, who doesn’t), then... -
|Follow these Plant Influencers to Inspire Your Next Shelfie
Whether you want to get to grips with your gardening skills or perfect your potting game, we’ve f... -
|Street artist x horticulturalist Hugo Starr's advice for budding green thumbs
In the back alleys of Sydney’s Inner West, street art finds its home, and each artist has their o... -
|WTF is free-draining soil? We use cookie dough to explain.
If you’re like us, you hear ‘free-draining soil’ thrown around on Facebook groups and written on ... -
|How plants inspire Vianney Hunter to create some of Australia's most alluring candles
At first glance, you’d be forgiven for walking straight past Vianney Hunter’s unassuming roller d... -
|How Food Artist Ami Shoesmith uses plants to give her dishes the wow factor!
If anyone embodies the vibrancy of the kitchen, it’s Ami Shoesmith! For years, the passionate foo... -
|The Essential Guide to Houseplant Roots
The subterranean tentacles of your leafy friends are the key to it’s health, but how much do you ... -
|How does tree planting help people, and the planet?
Before starting We the Wild, I was lucky enough to travel far and wide; from the beaches of Brazi... -
|4 things you can do to keep your houseplants happy through winter
Let’s face it, keeping houseplants happy and healthy at home is difficult at the best of times. B...
