Raffaele Di Lallo

Raffaele Di Lallo is a houseplant and gardening writer, educator, and founder of Ohio Tropics, a widely followed online resource for plant lovers. With more than three decades of hands-on experience growing everything from common houseplants to orchids, Raffaele’s passion for plants began in childhood and has only deepened over time. Today, his practical, approachable plant care guidance has reached millions of readers worldwide.

He is the author of Houseplant Warrior: 7 Tips to Unlocking the Mysteries of Houseplant Care, published by Countryman Press, and his insights have been featured in Gardeners’ World, Country Living, Midwest Living, SFGATE, Apartment Therapy, and more. Raffaele has also provided plant care expertise on television and in community presentations, helping both new and experienced growers tackle common challenges like watering, pests, and plant selection.

Raffaele’s writing extends to gardening publications such as Gardening Know How, where he shares detailed articles on caring for indoor palms, ferns, tropical plants, and houseplant troubleshooting. His content blends firsthand experience with horticultural understanding, aiming to make plant care both accessible and rewarding for readers of all skill levels.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University, and his horticultural credentials include a Certificate of Home Horticulture from Oregon State University as part of their Master Gardener program, along with additional training through the Cleveland Botanical Garden’s Green Gardener program. Raffaele is also active in professional plant communities, including the American Orchid Society and Garden Communicators International.

Through Ohio Tropics, books, and online courses, Raffaele continues to inspire plant lovers to grow confidently, care skillfully, and enjoy the many benefits of indoor greenery.