Plant Em

10/17/2026

🌿 A little end-of-summer plant project! 🌿

My three largest plants in my personal collection all got combined into one HUGE pot today! 😍 My Monstera deliciosa, Thai Constellation, and Philodendron ‘Paraiso Verde’ have spent the entire summer growing outside in the elements.

Are they in pristine condition? Nope. Do they have a few battle scars from their summer adventures? Absolutely! 😂

But for me, they are PERFECT. ❤️

There’s something so satisfying about watching plants grow, adapting to their needs, and experimenting with what works best. Not every plant has to look like it belongs in a magazine to be beautiful. Sometimes, the best plants are the ones that have been through a little bit of life with you. 🌱

Now let’s see what these three giants do together! I can’t wait to watch them settle into their new home. 🪴💚

Plant people, tell me… would you combine three of your biggest plants into one giant pot, or would you keep them separate? 👀🌿

10/16/2026

I’m always experimenting with different ways to grow plants! 🧪🌿 And this Philodendron gloriosum is my newest successful test subject!

Gloriosums are naturally horizontal growers, spreading along the surface rather than climbing upward. So I thought… why not try something different and give this beauty a vertical structure? 👀

I used one of my clear, stackable poles that you can fill with a substrate of your choice. Not only does it create a unique growing setup, but it gives us another way to turn an already gorgeous plant into something truly eye-catching!

I sell these clear poles at Plant Em, and I love seeing all the creative possibilities they open up.

Don’t get me wrong, plants are beautiful all on their own. 🪴 Drop one into a decorative pot, and you’re set! But sometimes, I love getting a little crafty and experimenting with how we grow them.

Why settle for a plant when you can create a living statement piece? 💚

Would you try growing your plants in a different way? Tell me what you think! 👇

P.S. This beauty IS available for purchase… but there’s one condition! 😂🌿 You have to keep me updated on its progress and show me just how HUGE it gets! I’ve invested too much curiosity into this experiment not to watch the results. 🧪💚

Basically, you’re adopting a plant AND signing up for a long-term science project with me! 🤣🪴

10/16/2026

Check out what made its way from across the street at Terra Luna & Its Raining Zen to my building buddy Mississippi Hippie/Mom Said No! Fred has all the best stuff. From super cute clothes to the funkiest random things you can’t resist adding to your collection.

10/16/2026

🌿💚 I’m not one to ask for things, but this time, I’m asking. 🥹

If you have a moment, would you please vote for Plant Em in the Best Garden Center/Plants category? 🌱💚

It’s such an honor to make it to this round of voting. More than anything, it reassures me that Plant Em has made people smile, brought a little joy into people’s lives, and created a place where people feel connected through their love of plants. 🪴

I put so much of my heart into Plant Em, and knowing that so many of you love it as much as I do means more than you’ll ever know. What started as a dream has become so much more because of all of you.

Thank you for supporting my little plant shop, shopping local, spreading the plant love, and making this journey so special. Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or just recently found us, you are part of what makes Plant Em so special. 💚

If you could take a moment to cast your vote, I would be incredibly grateful! 🌿🥹

Thank you for helping this little plant-loving dream grow! 🪴💚🌱

Vote your Best of the Best!

10/15/2026

🌿 IT’S ALMOST TIME TO BRING YOUR PLANTS INSIDE! 🪴

Your friendly reminder to start prepping NOW! Trust me, you don’t want to bring a whole bunch of unwanted tagalongs into your house along with your plant babies. 😂

🪴 Apply a systemic pesticide if appropriate for your plants, and always follow the label directions.

🦟 Start treating for fungus gnats NOW! Don’t wait until they’re flying around your house by the hundreds.

🍂 Give your plants a good refresh! Remove dead leaves, unhealthy foliage, and debris hiding around the base.

🔎 Inspect everything carefully. Check the undersides of leaves, stems, and around the growing medium for unwanted pests before bringing your plants indoors.

🪰 Still worried about those pesky flying insects? We’ve got you covered! Plant Em has plenty of carnivorous plants ready to help catch some of those unwanted flyers. Venus flytraps, sundews, pitcher plants, and more! Who says pest control can’t be fun? 😍🌱

A little preparation now can save you a HUGE headache later! Your indoor jungle should bring you joy, not a house full of unwanted visitors. 😂💚

10/14/2026

🌿✨ Haworthias: Compact Plants with BIG Personality! ✨🌿

Can we take a moment to appreciate these gorgeous succulents?! 😍💚

The Haworthias at Plant Em are full of character! From their striking stripes and textured chucky leaves to those incredible translucent “window” tips, these plants are living little works of art. 🪴

And don’t let their compact growth fool you… these beauties make a statement without taking over your space!

💚 Compact, not boring! Their unique shapes and patterns make them stand out in any succulent collection.

☀️ Bright, indirect light: They generally prefer protection from harsh afternoon sun.

💧 Less is more: Let their growing medium dry completely between waterings. They don’t like sitting in excess moisture! Look for the leaves appear less plump.

🏡 Perfect for smaller spaces: Their naturally compact growth makes them wonderful for desks, shelves, and sunny spots around your home.

🐾 Pet-friendly bonus! Haworthias are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.

These beauties are growing in 4.5-inch pots, so they’re ready to make themselves at home in your collection! 🌱

Are you team classic green or do you love the funky, textured varieties? Tell us in the comments! 👇

Come find your new favorite at Plant Em!

10/14/2026

😂🐸 Nothing to see here. I am TOTALLY blending in…

Just a tiny frog making himself at home with my Thai Constellation, minding his own business. Living the pot life 👀💚

Sir, we can SEE you. 🤣

Nature really does have a sense of humor, and these are the little moments that make being surrounded by plants so much fun! 🌿🐸

What should we name him?!? 👂📋

10/14/2026

🌟 Meet the Giant Starfish Cactus! 🌟

Okay, plant lovers… how cool are these?! 🤩🌵

These funky, architectural beauties are Stapelia gigantea, and here’s a fun plant fact: despite looking like a cactus, they’re actually succulents in the milkweed family (Apocynaceae)! 🌿

And just wait until they bloom! 😍 They produce HUGE, star-shaped flowers that look like something from another planet. 👽⭐ But there’s a catch… those gorgeous blooms are famous for smelling like rotting meat! 🤢😂 That lovely little trick helps attract the flies that pollinate them in the wild.

✨ Unique, unusual, and definitely a conversation starter!
✨ Perfect for collectors who love something a little different.
✨ Give them bright light, excellent drainage, and let their growing medium dry between waterings.

Come check out these funky little oddballs at Plant Em! 🌱💚

📍 Your local home for rare and hard-to-find plants, from the pretty princesses to the wonderfully weird!

10/12/2026

👑🌿 THE PRINCESSES OF PLANT EM! 🌿👑

Pretty in pink and perfectly variegated in white! 😍💗🤍

Our Pink Princess and White Princess Philodendrons are showing off, and I am HERE for it! From those gorgeous pink splashes to the stunning white and green variegation, these beauties know how to steal the spotlight. ✨

Whether you’re team 💗 Pink Princess or 🤍 White Princess, there’s a royal beauty waiting to come home with you!

Come see these beauties in person at Plant Em! Because every plant collection deserves a little royal treatment. 👑🪴

📍 Plant Em | 302 East Broadway, Alton
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10/02/2026

This weekend is FULL of special events. Homecoming parade and football game tonight, my son’s first homecoming dance and my nieces wedding tomorrow.

Unfortunately Covid has decided to ruin my entire weekend.

I am so incredibly sorry that I have to follow protocol and close the store this weekend.

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