Have you ever gazed at the stunning, white-veined leaves of your Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and felt a spark of curiosity? You know it’s beautiful, you know it’s a bit dramatic, but have you ever wondered about its fundamental botanical identity? It’s a common question that bubbles up for dedicated plant parents: is my zebra…
There’s nothing quite like the striking beauty of a Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa). Those deep green, glossy leaves with their brilliant white veins are a true showstopper. You bring one home, place it in the perfect spot, and admire your new botanical masterpiece. But then, you see it—the dreaded sight of zebra plant yellow edges…
Have you glanced over at your plant shelf and noticed your usually cool green and white zebra plant is blushing with unexpected shades of red or deep purple? It can be a little alarming at first, making you wonder if you’ve done something wrong. Don’t worry, my friend. As a fellow gardener who has seen…
Have you peeked at your beloved zebra plant recently, only to find it’s not so compact anymore? You see a long, sometimes gangly, stem shooting up from the center of its beautifully striped rosette. It’s a moment that sends many plant parents into a mild panic, wondering, “What did I do wrong?” Well, take a…
That sinking feeling in your stomach is all too familiar to plant lovers. You notice your stunning, striped Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa), once the star of your indoor jungle, is looking a little… sad. You gently touch its base, and instead of a firm, sturdy stalk, you feel a dreaded softness. A zebra plant mushy…
Has your once-proud Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) started to look a little… gangly? You know the look: long, bare stems with a sad little tuft of leaves at the very top. It’s a common sight, and if you’re staring at a stretched-out plant right now, please know you’re not alone. Don’t worry, this is one…
You brought home a stunning Zebra Plant, its dark green leaves painted with bold, silvery-white veins. It’s a true showstopper! But then, a few weeks later, you notice it: the dreaded crispy, brown tips on those magnificent leaves. It’s a frustrating sight, isn’t it? Don’t worry, you’re not alone, and this is almost always a…
Have you ever looked at your stunning Zebra Haworthia, with its bold white stripes, and wished you could fill your home with more of them? Maybe you’ve noticed tiny baby plants, often called “pups,” sprouting around the base and wondered, “What do I do with those?” If you’ve felt that spark of curiosity, you’re in…
Have you ever looked at your stunning Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa), with its deep green leaves and striking white veins, and wondered why it suddenly looks… sad? The leaves might be drooping, yellowing, or just losing their vibrant luster, even when you swear you’re doing everything right. It’s a frustrating feeling we gardeners know all…