Why your plant isn’t growing: 10 invisible causes almost no one talks about

It happens to everyone: your plant isn’t dying… but it’s not growing either.No new leaves. No new stems. Nothing.It’s as … More

The ultimate ZZ plant care guide

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Zamioculcas zamiifolia The ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is one of the most iconic, … More

Why is my plant sticky?

Understanding extrafloral nectaries, honeydew, guttation, and more. One day you touch your plant and your fingers come away sticky.You look … More

Perlite: what it is, how to use it, and when you might not need it

If you’ve ever mixed your own potting soil, you’ve seen it — those little white granules that look like Styrofoam. … More

How to clean plants: an expert guide to healthier, shinier leaves

Clean leaves are vital to a plant’s health: they photosynthesise better, resist pests more easily, and look vibrant and alive. … More

Why plants move toward the light

At Planteka, we love watching how plants communicate — not with words, but with movement, colour, and growth. One of … More

Black plants with gothic flair for your home this Halloween

As autumn deepens and Halloween approaches, there’s something beautifully haunting about plants that wear darkness on their leaves. While truly … More

How to combine plants at home to create your own mini jungle

At Planteka, we believe that plants do more than decorate — they transform spaces and reconnect us with nature. Through … More

Why are plants important?

At Planteka, we believe that understanding plants is the first step to taking better care of them — and in … More

9 beautiful and easy hanging plants for beginners

Trailing plants are a perfect choice for beginners. They add freshness, movement, and life to any corner, take up very … More