I’m Bill, and I started The Urban Sprout years ago to explore the questions that come with keeping houseplants. After a long break, I’m bringing the blog back and taking a fresh look at its older advice.
The aim is straightforward: help you understand what your plant needs and decide what to do next. That means explaining what to check, where a recommendation comes from, and when the answer depends on your conditions.
What you will find here
The site covers everyday plant care, potting, propagation, and common problems. You can browse by plant or start with a problem.
Bringing the archive up to date
Older articles are being checked against horticultural and veterinary sources where relevant. Substantive updates include a dated note, and corrections explain what changed. Some older posts are still awaiting review.
We distinguish researched guidance from personal experience. A photograph is not proof of a product test, and a recommendation should not imply that we tested something when we did not.
How the site is supported
The Urban Sprout uses affiliate links, which may earn a commission from a qualifying purchase at no additional cost to you. You can read more about our research, corrections, images, and affiliate disclosures.
Get in touch
If you spot a mistake or want to suggest a topic, use the contact page.