Composting 101: A Guide for Apartments and Gardens
Learn how to compost in any space! Discover the role of microbes and fungi in composting, methods for apartments and gardens, and how Plant Runner's Soil and Microbe Booster can...
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How to Build a Terrarium (and Keep It Thriving!)
Learn how to create a thriving terrarium with our step-by-step guide. Discover the best plants, layering techniques, and care tips, featuring Plant Runner products for optimal results.
Hydroponics for Beginners: Your Guide to Thriving Indoor Plants
Hydroponics is a topic we're emailed about alot. Like, alot alot. How to set up, what fertiliser to use, and what it actually means. Hopefully this blog covers a few...
Can I Fertilise My Indoor Plants in Winter?
Winter often brings with it a wave of questions for indoor plant lovers. Among the most common? Whether or not you should fertilise your plants during the cooler months. There’s...
The Plant Runner’s Story: How We’re Helping You Love Your Plants Back
At The Plant Runner, we believe plant care should be simple, rewarding, and most importantly, fun! Whether you're a novice trying to keep your first succulent alive or a seasoned...
Top 10 Easy Care Indoor Plants for Beginners
Looking to add some greenery to your home but worried about being a "black thumb"? Indoor plants not only enhance your space and purify the air, but they can also...
The Ultimate Aroid Soil Guide
Aroids have captured the hearts of plant enthusiasts everywhere with their stunning leaves and unique jungle vibes. However, growing these beauties successfully requires more than bright indirect light and an...
A Guide to Potted Olive Trees
From their silvery-grey leaves that shimmer in the sunlight to the Mediterranean charm they radiate, potted olive trees are an irresistible addition to any garden, patio, or balcony. Known for...
Top Ten Tips for Winter Plant Care
Taking care of houseplants during winter can feel like a challenge. With shorter days, cooler temperatures, and lower humidity, your indoor garden might seem less vibrant. But don’t worry—with the...
From Sand to Sustainability: Why Glass is a Clear Winner for the Plant Runner
Ever stop to think about how that glass bottle of your favourite indoor plant food or your neem oil came to be? Glass is one of those everyday materials we...
What Potting Mix Is Right for My Indoor Plants?
A thriving indoor plant collection begins with one essential ingredient—potting mix. Even with the most Instagram-worthy leafy greens, a subpar potting mix can hold your plants back. Choosing the right...
The Role of Microbes in Improving Soil Health
When it comes to nurturing healthy houseplants, the soil is as important as the plant itself. Hidden within the soil is an intricate ecosystem teeming with life, including billions of...
How to Cultivate Cacti Indoors
Cacti evoke images of vast, open deserts and scorched landscapes. These hardy plants thrive in intense sunlight and arid conditions. Yet, what if I told you that your cacti can...
Neem Oil and Plant Food: the only essentials in your plant care regime
For indoor plant enthusiasts, maintaining the health and vibrancy of your green companions can often seem like a daunting task. With the myriad of challenges such as pests, nutrient deficiencies,...
Indoor Plants for Dark Rooms
Plants play a vital role in our ecosystems, converting sunlight into energy through the process of photosynthesis. However, not all plants are created equal when it comes to light requirements....
How Indoor Plants Photosynthesise and Thrive
Ever marvelled at how a plant turns sunlight into its lifeline? Photosynthesis, the magical process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy, is the bedrock of life on...
Where to buy indoor plants? (Indoor Plants near me)
For those looking to purchase indoor plants and enhance their green space with top-quality care products, Australia offers numerous local options that cater to every plant enthusiast's needs. Boutique shops...
When is the best time to water your Indoor Plants?
Whether you're a seasoned plant enthusiast or a newbie just getting started, understanding the best time to water your indoor plants is crucial for their health and growth. While outside...
The Plant Runner Guide to Managing Scale
Indoor gardening not only transforms our living spaces by infusing them with the unmatched beauty and serene tranquillity of nature but also brings a piece of the great outdoors into...
Hydroponic Heroes: The Ultimate Guide to Thriving Indoor Water Gardens
Have you ever caught yourself gazing admiringly at your potted green friend and pondering, "Could this leafy companion perhaps flourish even more within the embrace of a watery haven?" If...