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Author: Nicole Albertson
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Why We Started Shiny Rocks and Leafy Thoughts – A Space for Plant & Crystal Lovers
Have you ever found yourself getting lost in the beauty of a vibrant plant or the shimmer of a unique crystal? Maybe you’ve felt the quiet joy of watching a new leaf unfurl or the curiosity of wondering about the energy a certain stone…
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Clearance Plants: Hidden Gems or Hidden Headaches?
There’s something incredibly satisfying about rescuing a clearance plant from a store shelf. You see a struggling plant, marked down to just a few dollars, and think, “I can save this.” I do it all the time. But over the years, I’ve learned that…
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Which Ctenanthe Do You Have? How to Identify the Differences
If you’ve ever brought home a Ctenanthe plant only to struggle with identifying its exact variety, you’re not alone. Many species in the Ctenanthe genus, commonly referred to as Never Never Plants, share similar striking leaf patterns, making it difficult to tell them apart.…
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Meet the Frosted Wonder: White Aragonite
This beautiful spiky specimen is a form of White Aragonite, a polymorph of calcium carbonate that often gets confused with calcite—but it’s got a personality all its own. Unlike the smooth, rhombohedral forms of calcite, aragonite grows in intricate, branching clusters that can look…
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The Guide to Holiday Cacti
Holiday cacti are beloved houseplants that brighten indoor spaces with their stunning seasonal blooms. However, many people mistakenly refer to all of them as Christmas cacti, despite their distinct differences in bloom time, leaf structure, and care requirements. In this guide, we’ll explore the…