Houseplants are a diverse group; the term is used to describe everything from a cactus to an orchid. This diversity is part of what makes them so attractive, and its also what can make plant care so challenging (and occasionally frustrating).

While volumes are written on the care of houseplants, there are some pretty simple and common things to remember. The most important thing to remember is that plants and their individual needs vary. Read your plant tag and know your plant.