Being a good plant parent doesn't mean lavishing your plant with artisanal water, the shiniest pots, or the fanciest fertilizers—it's about consistent, loving care. No matter whether you choose to bring home an easy-growing peace lily or a strong-willed fiddle-leaf fig, Deborah Martin's expert advice will help you give your plant everything it needs to thrive. Along with troubleshooting tips on watering, lighting, and propagation, this charmingly illustrated guide contains informative profiles of dozens of plants, including African violets, poinsettias, begonias, and bonsai, plus various varieties of ferns, cacti, orchids, palms, and succulents.