Justifying adding new greenery to your home is easy when you consider the air quality benefits. While all plants perform this task on some level, some are particularly efficient at it and do well in indoor spaces. Let’s look at the best indoor house plants for clean air to help you breathe easily in your …
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While we undoubtedly love our houseplants for their lush green leaves, there’s something delightful about the moment one surprises us with a bloom. But the benefits don’t stop at beauty. NASA’s Clean Air Study reveals certain indoor plants, including flowering favorites like peace lilies and gerbera daisies, help purify the air by removing pollutants such …
Are you a seasoned plant parent with a green thumb? Or maybe you’re on the other end of the spectrum and are you worried you’d kill even a cactus? No matter your skill level at caring for plants, if you love them, here’s another excuse for bringing home another potted buddy—science is on your side. …
Can watering your plants actually kill them? As surprising as it sounds, yes, overwatering is one of the most common reasons why plants fail to thrive. Even if you have the greenest thumb, it’s easy to get a little generous with the watering can. The truth is, many plants that come from dry or semi-arid …
When we’re busy peeling boiled eggs, hiding plastic ones, and eating chocolate ones, it’s easy to forget what Easter’s about. If you’re seeking something deeply symbolic that will remind your kids and everyone who visits that there’s a lot more to Easter than eggs, you need a Resurrection Garden—a mini, earthy tribute to the big …
Good things come in small packages — including plants. According to Time Magazine, plants reduce stress, increase concentration, and make you feel happier. Plus, they add a touch of nature to your living space. But houseplants don’t have to be big to reap the benefits. Whether you want to brighten up your bathroom with beautiful …
Houseplants don’t just brighten up a room — they breathe life into it, in every sense of the word. Whether you’re looking for a splash of green to liven up a space or a bold statement piece to spark conversation, plants have a way of making a home feel more inviting. But if you’ve ever …
Many plant parents root their cuttings in water, but a recent YouTube video by Secateur Me Baby shares that this could be harming your plants, and that rooting them in soil leads to stronger roots and a healthier plant. The Downsides of Water Propagation Water propagation is a popular method for propagating plants because it …
All plants, even air plants, need water to survive. But as a gardener, it can be difficult to tell if yours are getting enough hydration. Further complicating matters is the fact that all plants have different watering needs. There are the simple plants, like cacti, that don’t require much hydration. Watering them once or twice …
We’re often taught that plants need water and sunlight to thrive, but did you know you can grow several varieties that prefer not to be in the sun? That means you can put them in the corners of your home (as long as you remember to water them) or in the shady areas of your yard without …