Tag: Houseplants

Posted on 08/27/2024

3 Pet-Safe Fern Varieties to Grow Indoors

Ferns have been popular houseplants for decades. Despite their reputation for being picky about indoor conditions, ferns are easy to care for when given the right conditions. A great advantage to many ferns is their lack of toxicity, making them safe for households with pets. If you're interested in growing ferns at home, varieties like the bird's nest...

Ferns

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Posted on 08/06/2024

Banana Trees & Other Tropical Plants for Cold Climates

Cold winter weather doesn't necessarily mean you must give up your dreams of having a tropical garden at home. There are several varieties of cold-hardy tropical plants you can grow in the ground or in containers to bring the atmosphere of the tropics anywhere you are. Here are some suggestions for tropical plants that grow well in colder...

Cold Climates

Houseplants

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Posted on 07/25/2023

How to Grow Areca Palms Indoors

Areca palms are a common sight in outdoor spaces but also make great houseplants. They're easy to care for and can grow in your home in practically any climate as long as they get the proper care. Here are the basics of growing areca palms indoors: Lighting Needs One of the areca palm's most popular characteristics is its...

Areca Palm

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Posted on 11/01/2022

Learning how lavender grows indoors

Learning how lavender grows can be your ticket to a calming and fragrant home. While lavender is frequently planted outdoors, it can also grow successfully in containers inside. If you’re interested in growing a lavender plant indoors as a houseplant, here are the most important things to know: Light requirements Growing lavender requires plenty of direct sunlight. Lavender...

Container Gardening

Gardening

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Posted on 06/27/2022

How to Upcycle Household Items Into Planters

For plant lovers, there never seem to be enough pots and planters to go around. There are countless options available to buy, but buying a new one every time you need it becomes costly and inconvenient. The good news is that there are plenty of items you might already have around the house you can use for your...

Budget Friendly

DIY

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