Quicklist: Types of Ferns Evergreen Ferns Deciduous Herbaceous Semi-Evergreen Boston Fern Staghorn Fern Holly Fern Maidenhair Fern Cinnamon Fern Bird’s Nest Fern Australian Tree Fern Asparagus Fern Ostrich Fern Japanese Painted Fern Royal Fern Blue Star Fern Cretan Brake Fern Polypodium Vulgare Arachniodes Simplicity Asplenium Trichomanes Lady Fern Sunset Fern Kimberly Queen Fern Austral Gem …
Many of us have sensitivities to plants or other airborne particles that can make it difficult to breathe. The pollutants in the air can be anything from dust mites and mold spores to pollen and gases which can be dangerous if you breathe them in. You could purchase air purifiers and humidifiers for your home, …
Everywhere we go, plants surround us. You may not even notice them most of the time because they can blend into the background. They grow in gardens, as part of the landscape, and even on the side of the road. There are many different types of plants grown all around the world. You may not …
As an old saying more or less goes, the only better time to start growing plants than the past is right now. Plants are critical to our survival, and our brains are hardwired to recognize that. Just having a bit of extra green around you can make you feel better while the plant detoxifies the …
Summers can get real hot no matter where you live and nothing beats cooling down with a tall glass of something cool and a strong fan directed at your face. If your summer has been particularly warm recently, you’ll be able to feel what you just read. Sadly, though, our plants don’t have the luxury …
You’re thinking about adding a touch of green to your home by purchasing an indoor ivy houseplant, but you’re not sure where to start. You’ve heard that ivy plants are easy to care for, but you don’t know what the different types look like. When choosing an ivy houseplant, it’s important to consider the amount …
Why Grow Alocasia Plants? You’re obviously here because you’re a bit of a daredevil gardener. You’ve figured out how to keep tomatoes happy, you think the art of bonsai is a cinch, and orchids never really gave you much trouble and you simply do not know what all of the fuss is about! Alocasia care …
While flowering plants are some of the most beautiful plants in the world, many plants only produce flowers for a few months of the year. Thankfully, if you choose the right plants and keep them indoors, you can enjoy flowers all year! Which houseplants bloom year-round? If you’re searching for indoor plants that bloom from …
If you live in year-round humidity like I do then you’re already one step closer to feeling like you’re in the tropics. But tropical houseplants add something extra to your home. Tropical plants are easy to maintain indoors if you know what they need whether that’s sunlight, water, or insects. And according to research, maybe …
Maybe you’re thinking about setting up an indoor garden to liven up your home or to create a relaxing retreat. Whatever your reason is, you want to get some houseplants that won’t succumb to neglect or over-watering. We’ll help you by sharing some of the most robust plants you can add to your space. 1. …
So you’ve successfully reared the baby seedlings that you’ve grown indoors since germination and you’re ready to transplant them into the garden. Or you went the easier route and got some potted plants from the garden center and you’re ready to put those into the ground. Learn how to transplant your plants and make sure …
There are many different species of climbing houseplants, so how do you know which one is best for you? Check out this list of unique vining and climbing houseplants so you can add a luscious aesthetic to your space. 1. Pothos (Scindapsus aureus) The pothos is one of the most prolific climbing houseplants. This luscious …
Growing basil in a raised bed is easier than you think. Basil is a hardy herb that adds both lush greenery and a sweet fragrance to your outdoor garden. It is an herb you almost don’t want to harvest because its scent is as stunning as its leaves. You change your mind after you have …
Bugs are fascinating creatures that love to live outside, but they can also affect the inside of your home, particularly if you have houseplants. There are approximately 91,000 different species of insects living in the United States alone. You may wonder how to deal with an influx of insects munching on your houseplants. While certain …
No great living room is complete without plants. If you haven’t quite figured out how to place your plants in the living room, here is a guide to all of the best plants for the living room, and all of the best, most unique and smart places to arrange them. It’s not always easy to …
Are fake plants a thing of the past, or have millennials revamped them to fit the latest trends in home decor? If you’re hopeless at taking care of real ones, fear not, there are plenty of great options out there, and good reasons to go faux. With the limited time and the huge number of …
Urban garden-agriculture guide In this article, I aim to explore the various types of urban gardens, the ways urban agriculture and gardening can be integrated into our cities, the steps by which we can make it scalable, and the vast benefits it will bring for our communities, environment, and our society. In this manner, I’m …
Oenothera Biennis We are very pleased to introduce you all to the common evening primrose. Part of the genus oenothera, oenothera biennis (syn. oenothera muricata), is a proud member of the primrose family with a very unique quality. The common name, evening primrose, is very descriptive of this unique quality, which is that this flower …
Actinotus Helianthi Actinotus helianthi, otherwise known as a flannel flower, is a species of flowering plant that is endemic to the bushland of Sydney, Australia. Though they could easily fool you as being members of the daisy family, these fuzzy plants are actually members of the apiaceae family, to which both carrot and parsley also …
Tanacetum Parthenium Tanacetum parthenium – otherwise known as feverfew, featherfew, featherfoil, or bachelor’s button – is a herbaceous perennial plant that is a proud member of the daisy family (asteraceae). It is very often confused with matricaria flower, because of their remarkably similar flower pattern. Feverfew plants are a wonderfully easy to care for ornamental …