As the days get shorter and a chill settles in the air, it’s easy to feel a little gloomy. For those of us with a green thumb, packing up the outdoor garden for the season can feel like saying goodbye to an old friend. But just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean your gardening adventures …
Houseplants
Decorating your home is a great way to show off your unique personality, but it can be a challenge to find unique pieces that truly bring a room to life. While paint, pillows, and prints are great, there’s another way to introduce vibrant color and organic texture: houseplants! Long gone are the days when indoor …
Houseplants are a wonderful way to bring life and color into your home. They purify the air, boost your mood, and add a touch of nature to your decor. However, if you’re a cat owner, you know that your feline friend might see these green additions as a personal salad bar (or least something they’re …
You found the perfect decorative pot, a real statement piece. The only problem is that it has no drainage hole. A lesser plant parent might sigh and put it back on the shelf, defeated. But you won’t, because if you didn’t know that some plants are just built differently, this is your eureka moment. Growing …
Imagine being a peace lily or even a cactus in winter, freezing in a corner because no sweater fits, without anyone seeing your shiver. When the days get shorter and a chill fills the air, we all tend to hunker down with a cozy blanket and a warm drink. Your houseplants feel the same way, …
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume of advice out there about cultivating indoor plants, you’re not alone. From well-meaning friends to internet forums, everyone seems to have a “foolproof” trick for keeping houseplants happy. But what if some of the most common tips are actually doing more harm than good? Separating fact …
Adding a touch of green to your home can transform a space, bringing life, color, and a sense of calm. But for many of us with busy schedules, the thought of keeping a plant alive can feel like one more thing on an already long to-do list. The good news is that you don’t need …
It’s a familiar story: you walk into a garden center and are immediately captivated by a perfect, lush plant. Whether it’s the vibrant blooms of an azalea or the dramatic leaves of a fiddle leaf fig, it seems destined to brighten your home or garden. You bring it home with high hopes, only to watch …
Orchids bring a touch of exotic elegance to any home, with their stunning blooms and graceful forms. Yet, they have a reputation for being difficult and temperamental. Many gardeners have received a beautiful blooming orchid as a gift, only to watch in dismay as the flowers drop and the plant slowly declines. The good news …
Bringing plants into your home does more than just brighten up a room. It connects you with nature, purifies your air, and can even boost your mood. While classic houseplants like spider plants and pothos are always great, adding a few unique specimens can transform your indoor garden into a truly special collection. Unusual shapes, …