Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Unexpected Green Thumb: My Ace of Hearts Anthurium Adventure + Plant Care Guide!

A vibrant Ace of Hearts Anthurium plant thriving in a cozy home setting, symbolizing the joy and surprise of discovering a green thumb. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

Hey there, Besties! 🌟✨


So, here's a little confession: I've never really been a 'houseplant person.' Sure, I love dabbling in my garden and decorating with mums in the fall, but indoor plants? That's a whole different story. Growing up, my mom's house was like a mini-jungle, but me? Not so much.

A vibrant Ace of Hearts Anthurium plant thriving in a cozy home setting, symbolizing the joy and surprise of discovering a green thumb. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com
A vibrant Ace of Hearts Anthurium plant thriving in a cozy home setting, symbolizing the joy and surprise of discovering a green thumb. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com
But guess what? Life has a funny way of surprising us, and I've found myself nurturing a houseplant! Yes, me! 🌱


Introducing my Ace of Hearts Anthurium! This little gem entered my life quite unexpectedly. Picture this: it's just after Valentine's Day, and James and I are at Aldi. Amidst some forlorn Valentine's bouquets, there was this quirky, cool-looking Anthurium. And you know what's rare? James and I both instantly fell for it! 🌺

A vibrant Ace of Hearts Anthurium plant thriving in a cozy home setting, symbolizing the joy and surprise of discovering a green thumb. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com
A vibrant Ace of Hearts Anthurium plant thriving in a cozy home setting, symbolizing the joy and surprise of discovering a green thumb. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com
Now, if James and I agree on something that quickly, it's like spotting a unicorn – we just have to go for it! So we brought this little Ace of Hearts home, unsure what to expect.

I'll be honest; I was a bit skeptical. Plants can be so finicky, right? But, to my delight (and a bit of surprise), this Anthurium is not just surviving but thriving! A month in, and it's still going strong. Who knew?


This led me to a Google deep-dive on Anthurium care (never thought I'd be doing that!), and, brace yourselves, I might even have to repot it someday. The thought alone is both thrilling and terrifying!

For anyone who is curious or looking to start their own Anthurium journey, I'm dropping some helpful links below. It turns out they're pretty low-maintenance – perfect for plant newbies like me.

A vibrant Ace of Hearts Anthurium plant thriving in a cozy home setting, symbolizing the joy and surprise of discovering a green thumb. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com
A vibrant Ace of Hearts Anthurium plant thriving in a cozy home setting, symbolizing the joy and surprise of discovering a green thumb. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

 The 6 Biggest Anthurium Care Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
Caring For Anthurium Growing In The Garden Or Home
Anthurium Plant Care
Anthurium Flower Facts
Anthurium Hawaii


And while we're chatting about plants, I'd love to hear from you! What are your favorite houseplants, especially for someone who's just dipping their toes into the indoor plant world? Let me know in the comments!



Can't wait to share my one-year Anthurium update – stay tuned! 🌿

A vibrant Ace of Hearts Anthurium plant thriving in a cozy home setting, symbolizing the joy and surprise of discovering a green thumb. | on the creek blog // www.onthecreekblog.com

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3 comments:

  1. Try a snake plant. They are super easy as well as an Aloe plant

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    1. I will have to try these plants. Thank you for the suggestions!

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  2. Pothos are super simple. Just cut back when leggy. I've had the same plant for over 30 years now. It practically died a couple time. Finally repotted, hardly any dirt was left in the pot. It was all roots.

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