Big Shoulders Nursery

Big Shoulders Nursery With aspirations of living in a greenhouse we started a small nursery. Chicago based. https://www.instagram.com/planthaus.shop

Myth Busting Mondays: Save your aspirin for headaches instead of your houseplants! 🪴💊The MythYou might have heard the vi...
08/31/2026

Myth Busting Mondays: Save your aspirin for headaches instead of your houseplants! 🪴💊

The Myth
You might have heard the viral tip about burying an aspirin tablet in your soil to "boost plant immunity." The theory stems from acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) being similar to salicylic acid, a compound plants naturally produce to defend against stress. However, dumping consumer-grade aspirin into your pots does not actually translate to stronger, healthier houseplants.

What Science Says
There is currently no scientific evidence showing that burying aspirin tablets improves indoor plant health or immunity. In reality, introducing uncalibrated doses of synthetic compounds can alter soil pH, disrupt beneficial microbes, or even stress your plant's roots. Your indoor jungle relies on proper light, balanced watering, and standard botanical fertilizers, not over-the-counter medicine.

Save the aspirin for your own aches and let your soil do its natural thing.

Have you ever tried a weird gardening hack that totally flopped? Tell us in the comments below!

08/30/2026

Buzzing around the greenhouse today! 🐝

Follow along with Ace as he steps into his role as our official head pollinator, making crosses on top of crosses!

Will we end up with the next holy grail hybrid? Time (and a whole lot of seed pods) will tell. 🪴✨

What’s your current dream plant cross? Tell us in the comments! 👇

A crown jewel of the plant world. The Anthurium Wonderboy x Michelle is pure botanical art, featuring velvety dark leave...
08/29/2026

A crown jewel of the plant world.

The Anthurium Wonderboy x Michelle is pure botanical art, featuring velvety dark leaves, deeply carved sinuses, and vibrant, electric-red emerging foliage that hardens into a commanding, metallic dark green. Every single new leaf puts on a dramatic show that makes it impossible to look away.

Here is everything you need to know to keep this beauty thriving at home:

Light:
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Protect those delicate, velvety leaves from harsh direct sun, which can scorch the rich foliage.

Watering:
Water when the top 1 to 2 inches of the medium feels dry to the touch. Keep it consistently moist, but never let it sit in stagnant water.

Substrate:
Needs a chunky, well-draining aroid mix (a blend of orchid bark, perlite, charcoal, and coco coir works wonders) to keep oxygen flowing to the roots.

Humidity & Temp:
Aim for high humidity (60%+ is ideal) and warm temperatures between 65°F and 85°F to achieve those massive, flawless leaves.

Feeding:
Feed with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer during the active growing season (spring and summer) every 2 to 4 weeks.

Head over to BigShouldersNursery.com to secure your very own Anthurium Wonderboy x Michelle before it sells out!

That exact feeling when you spot a brand-new leaf unfurling on your favorite plant! 🌱 Pure magic. Can you relate? Drop a...
08/27/2026

That exact feeling when you spot a brand-new leaf unfurling on your favorite plant! 🌱 Pure magic.

Can you relate? Drop a 🌿 in the comments if a new leaf brightens your whole week!











We love when our plant babies are in full bloom! 🌸 Check out this little beauty. What’s currently blooming in your colle...
08/26/2026

We love when our plant babies are in full bloom! 🌸 Check out this little beauty.

What’s currently blooming in your collection? Tell us in the comments!

Want to add one to your shelf? Send us a DM for availability!











If rare genetics and thick, velvety leaves make your heart skip a beat, this hybrid belongs at the very top of your wish...
08/25/2026

If rare genetics and thick, velvety leaves make your heart skip a beat, this hybrid belongs at the very top of your wishlist.

Meet the Anthurium Wonder Boy A x FTG Cry x Dorayaki, a powerhouse cross that brings together the absolute best of world-class Anthurium genetics into one compact, breathtaking package.

Growth Pattern
Expect deep, velvety, dark leaves with stunning silver veins that pop as the foliage hardens off. Thanks to its Dorayaki parentage, this hybrid inherits rounded, shield-like leaves with thick, leathery texture, while the Wonder Boy x FTG Cry genetics bring deep, moody undertones and tight, compact petioles. It grows into a dense, tidy specimen rather than getting leggy.

Care Needs & Pro Tips

Light:
Bright, indirect light. Keep it out of direct sun to preserve those dark velvet tones and prevent leaf scorch.

Substrate:
Needs an ultra-chunky, airy tropical mix (think orchid bark, perlite, charcoal, and sphagnum moss) to ensure rapid drainage.

Humidity & Water:
Thrives in 60%+ humidity. Water only when the top inch of the medium feels dry to the touch, never let it sit in standing water.

Limited Batch Available! Hybrids with genetics this refined don't stay in stock long. Shop our the store and secure yours before this batch sells out!

That overnight tap water trick? It might not be doing what you think it is. 🚰🌱Leaving a jug of water on the counter for ...
08/24/2026

That overnight tap water trick? It might not be doing what you think it is. 🚰🌱

Leaving a jug of water on the counter for 24 hours does let standard chlorine gas evaporate. But here’s the catch: most city water systems now use chloramine, a combination of chlorine and ammonia designed to stay in the water longer.

Because chloramine is chemical-stable, it will not evaporate off, no matter how many days you leave it sitting out. If you’re trying to protect sensitive roots from harsh tap additives, letting it rest overnight isn't cutting it.

Instead, opt for a dedicated tap water conditioner (like an aquarium dechlorinator) or a specialized filter built to break chloramine bonds before watering.

What’s your go-to method for prepping water for your plant collection? Drop your favorite trick or question in the comments below! 👇

08/23/2026

Watch Ace in action as we sow our latest batch of seeds! This part of the process is precise and meticulous, but lay the right foundation here, and everything else falls into place.

Drop a comment below with what you are sowing this season!











Known as the "Queen Anthurium," the Anthurium warocqueanum is one of the most show-stopping epiphytes in the botanical w...
08/22/2026

Known as the "Queen Anthurium," the Anthurium warocqueanum is one of the most show-stopping epiphytes in the botanical world.

Growth Pattern & Foliage
Native to the humid rainforests of Colombia, the Queen Anthurium is an epiphytic climber. In its natural habitat, it hitches a ride up tree trunks, producing pendulous, elongated leaves that hang downward. Mature leaves feature deep velvet-green blades accented by silvery-white veins, reaching lengths of up to 3 to 4 feet in optimal indoor conditions.

Care & Growing Essentials

Light:
Bright, indirect light is key. Avoid direct sun, which will scorch the velvety leaf texture. A spot near an east-facing window or under a quality grow light produces the sharpest leaf contrast.

Watering:
Keep the substrate consistently moist, but never soggy. Water when the top inch of the potting medium feels dry to the touch. Always use filtered or rainwater if possible, as sensitive foliage can react to tap water minerals with yellow tips.

Humidity & Airflow:
Thrives in high humidity (60% to 80%+ is ideal). High humidity paired with gentle, continuous airflow prevents leaf crisping and keeps new leaves emerging cleanly without tearing.

Substrate:
Needs an ultra-chunkier, well-draining aroid mix. Combine coarse orchid bark, perlite, pumice, and charcoal to mimic its natural tree-dwelling roots.

Ready to bring a true monarch into your indoor jungle?











Transform your trailing plants into climbing monsters! If your plants are flopping over or producing small leaves, it’s ...
08/22/2026

Transform your trailing plants into climbing monsters!

If your plants are flopping over or producing small leaves, it’s begging for vertical support.

In the wild, these aerial-root plants climb massive trees to reach the light, giving them those massive split leaves we all love.

Step-By-Step Setup

Pick the Right Size:
Choose a stake taller than your plant to allow plenty of room for new growth.

Anchor Securely:
Insert the bottom of the pole all the way to the base of the nursery pot before adding soil. Secure it firmly so it doesn’t wobble later.

Position the Plant:
Place the back of the plant’s stem (where the aerial roots grow) directly against the moss.

Secure the Stems:
Use soft plant tape, velcro strips, or jute twine to gently attach the main stem to the pole. Never tie the petioles (leaf stems), as they need freedom to move toward light!

Maintain the Moisture:
Spray or pour water down the pole regularly. Aerial roots will only dig into the moss if it stays consistently damp.

Pro-Tip:
Patience is key! Once those aerial roots anchor into the damp moss, you'll see a massive explosion in leaf size and plant stability.

Save this post for your next repotting day! 👇

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