Four Miniature Fruit Trees You Can Grow Indoors

Four Miniature Fruit Trees You Can Grow Indoors

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Four Miniature Fruit Trees You Can Grow Indoors Some of the most exotic indoor plants are actually trees – miniature trees, to be exact. Of course, all of these trees originated in the out of doors, but are adaptable to indoor living. They just need a bit of extra care.

It may not surprise you that trees planted in the ground produce more fruit than those in containers and especially those cultivated indoors. But that doesn’t take away from the uniqueness of these trees. They can add some novel beauty to your indoor plant collection! Read more →

Indoors House Plants You Can Use as an Air Purifier – Part 2

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window-593364_640In a previous blog entry, we explained the value of plants to clean pollutants from the air. We described how polluted indoor air can affect you, common types of chemicals that foul indoor air and listed a few house plants that are exceptionally effective at that task.

In this follow-up blog entry, we’re listing 22 more plants that are up to the job of air purification in your home or office. Remember that it is recommended to have at least one plant (in a 10 inch or 12 inch pot) per 100 square feet of home or office space for effective air cleaning. Read more →

Indoor House Plants You Can Use as an Air Purifier

Indoor House Plants You Can Use as an Air Purifier – Part 1

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Indoor House Plants You Can Use as an Air Purifier There are lots of good reasons to have plants in your home or office. From an interior design perspective, they provide color and unique texture. From an emotional standpoint, they are another source of life. And from a healthcare outlook, they clean the air.

Of course, all plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen. But some plants clean pollutants from the air. Read more →

Four Easy-to-Grow Indoor Plants Perfect for Offices

Four Easy-to-Grow Indoor Plants Perfect for Offices

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Four Easy-to-Grow Indoor Plants Perfect for Offices If it’s time to upgrade your workspace, start by adding a plant or two. Indoor plants for offices not only make your workspace more beautiful and, hopefully, a bit more relaxing, but also they can purify the air to some extent.

Plants that are ideal for offices have to meet several criteria. They need to thrive on little care and not require bright light or a strict range of temperature or humidity. These four fit the bill. Read more →

The Top Seven House Plants that Love Low Light

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Zamioculcas_zamiifolia_bluete3Do you have a dark interior space where plants don’t thrive?  You may have the wrong plants.  While most plants prefer bright, filtered light, there are some that do well in low light conditions.  Let’s take a look at seven of them.

1. ZZ Plant – Zamioculcas

Although the ZZ plant is a relative of the peace lily, you’d never know it by looking at it.  This one has leaves so glossy they look as though they’ve been dressed with a leaf shine product.  It has recently gained popularity recently for its unusual, rather tropical look.  This one is a slow grower.  Although most plants grow to two to three feet in height, they can grow taller (and faster) with moderate light. Read more →

Indoor Plants: How to Grow a Low Maintenance Air Plant

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ID-100130557If you want a super low-maintenance indoor plant, check out an air plant, also known as tillandsia (“tuh-LAND-zee-uh”).  It’s part of the bromeliad family, and requires even less attention than those exotic plants.  Tillandsia has the added advantage of an eye catching, otherworldly appearance.  There are more than 500 varieties, and some have brilliant yellow, red, or pink blooms. Read more →

Tips for Making Your Indoor Flowers Last Longer

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ID-10053511Are you trying to keep your cut flowers lasting long and looking beautiful? Here are the best tips for making your arrangements perfect for as long as possible, with a minimal amount of work.

Trim the Right Way…

You may have heard about trimming flowers to last longer in the vase, and this is definitely true. Take a pair of very sharp shears or a knife and cut the end of the stem at a 45-degree angle before putting the flowers in a very clean vase filled with clean water. This type of cut makes sure that as much of the steam-end as possible is exposed to the water, which makes it easier for the flower to get water and nutrients, especially compared to a flat cut. It’s best to cut as soon as you are ready to position flowers, not before. Read more →