Livin’ That Botanical Lifestyle

Get inspired by the intriguing and beautiful world of plants. Come join me and learn to grow and live your own botanical lifestyle!


5 Ways You Can Use Plants For Self Care

Plants are great for your mental health. But what else can you use them for? Here, I will give you 5 ways you can use plants for self care.

Upscale Plant Gifts For Plant Lovers

Looking to splurge on a pricey gift for the plant lover in your life? Here is a list of upscale plant gifts to drop some serious money on!

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Free Downloadable Anthurium Checklist To Build And Track Your Plant Collection

Need something to keep track of your growing plant collection? I’ve created a free, downloadable Anthurium checklist just for you!

The Easiest Anthuriums For Beginners To Grow

You’re new to rare plants and want some Anthuriums. Which ones do you get? Keep reading for a list of the easiest Anthuriums for beginners!

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How To Buy Rare Plants For Cheap Or For Free

For those plant enthusiasts who are on tight budgets or like to shop smart, I’m revealing my secret method to buy rare plants for cheap or for free.

Affordable Plant Gifts For The Plant Lover In Your Life

Have a small budget for gift-giving but still want to get something for the plant lover in your life? Here is a list of affordable plant gifts that won’t break the bank!

Discovering Uncommon Plants From Homedepot.com!

Nowadays, you can find uncommon plants in the most unusual places! In this post, I discover three somewhat rare plants on Homedepot.com!

Affordable Alocasia Silver Dragon Plants From Costa Farms!

Have you been searching for an affordable Alocasia Silver Dragon? Check out these gorgeous plants offered by Costa Farms!

10 Beautiful Plants For Beginner Rare Plant Collectors

Want to work up to a rare plant collection but not sure how? Here are 10 beautiful plants for beginner rare plant collectors!

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Uncommon Plants Found At Big Box Stores!

New varieties of plants are showing up on the shelves of commercial vendors! Check out these uncommon plants at big box stores!

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Rare Plant Haul & Ecuagenera Review!

A rare plant haul and review of Ecuagenera, a popular plant vendor based in Ecuador. Time to add to your Plant Wishlist!

How To Start A Plant Collection On A Budget, Part II: Plant Care Supplies

Plant-collecting can get expensive quite quickly. Here are a few tips on how to maintain your plants with affordable plant care supplies.

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How To Start A Plant Collection On A Budget, Part I: Acquiring Plants

Plant-collecting can get quite expensive quite quickly. Here are a few tips on how to start your own plant collection on a budget.

First Time Ordering Rare Plants From Overseas!

Buying rare plants from overseas can be nerve-wracking. In this post, I detail my recent experience ordering plants from Indonesia

Plant Haul & Review: Black Jungle Terrarium Supply

Looking to start your own collection of jewel orchids? Come check out my plant haul and review of Black Jungle Terrarium Supply!

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The Top 10 Alocasias You Must Have

Come learn about 10 gorgeous Alocasia species that are a must-have for indoor plant enthusiasts!

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Plant Hauls & Review: Plant Shopping on Amazon.com

Amazon.com is not your typical place to score plants but it’s very possible to discover some planty treasures when you least expect it! Come take a look at some of the interesting plants that I’ve acquired from Amazon.

Support The USPS…Buy Orchid Stamps!

The US Postal Service creates many different stamp designs every year; if you are an orchid enthusiast, check out their orchid-themed Forever stamps!

Botanical Stationery Haul From Amazon.com

Amazon.com has become a great way to buy plant and flower-themed stickers and stationery.

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The Top 10 Anthuriums You Must Have

In this post, I list 10 stunning Anthurium species that are a must-have for indoor plant enthusiasts!

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The Top 12 Philodendrons You Must Have

The Top 12 Philodendrons You Must Have In Your Houseplant Collection! Get ready to expand your Plant Wishlist!

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Plant Haul & Review: Secret Garden Rare Plants

A plant haul and review of Ebay plant vendor: Secret Garden Rare Plants. Come take a look at Alocasia “Black Velvet”, Peperomia “Peppermill” and Anoectochilus chapaensis, a jewel orchid!

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Plant Haul & Review: Planted Roots Co. on Etsy

A plant haul and review of Etsy shop: Planted Roots Co. Come take a look at Alocasia “Pink Dragon” and Ludisia discolor, a jewel orchid!

Plant Haul: Rhaphidophora tetrasperma from Trader Joe’s???

Last week, I stopped by my local Trader Joe’s to do some weekly grocery-shopping and found a display of potted Rhaphidophora tetrasperma for sale!

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The Tao of Plants

If you ask any gardener or Plant Parent about why they are passionate about plants, you will likely receive a myriad of answers. This post lists some of the most common reasons why people get sucked into this passion.

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Welcome to the Botanical Chick Blog!

This blog will be a combination of plant knowledge and experiences and plant-inspired art and DIY projects. I hope that you will find this blog informative and beautiful and fun.


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