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A perfect living decoration for the holiday that will surely make your home extra special is a Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii). Those beautiful blooms ranging from white, yellow, orange, apricot, salmon, red, scarlet, and magenta start to show when the nights get longer and cooler. Thus, the timing makes the plant suitable for yuletide celebrations. […]
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Plants, like fashion, somehow get outdated and will make a come back after some time. Crown-of-thorns is one example of those plants that have been popular in the past, gone old-fashioned but found its way back in the line with its renewed beauty. As a slow grower and low maintenance plant, a pot of crown-of-thorns […]
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Orchids are undeniable a gem with their highly attractive blooms. In the past, orchids were rarely cultivated indoors because they’re not that easy to tend. Through time though, people discovered an orchid genus that’s suited for the home environment and that’s Phalaenopsis. Phalaenopsis (moth orchids) are friendly for beginners. They’re also widely available in the […]
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Are you looking to reduce the toxins and air pollutants in your home? Choosing the right kinds of plants for your home can help. These plants will not only look lovely but will also purify some of the air you breathe. House plants bring instant color, vibrancy, and a breath of fresh air into your […]
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In the Broadway musical, Annie, there’s a song titled, “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile.” No matter how fancy the clothes you wear are, or how expensive your perfume is, you are never fully dressed without a big wide-grinned, toothy smile. Whenever I think about plants and pots, this song always comes to my […]
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So you’ve decided that your next venture for the indoor garden will be ferns, but you’re not sure exactly how to grow them? Most ferns are quite easy to care for and thrive in low-light conditions. There are only a few points to consider if you want success with your ferns. Ferns are some of […]
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Some plants are named after their appearance and ponytail palm is one of them. Its strappy leaves which are attached to a hardy trunk look like the tail of a pony. Although, botanically speaking, this plant is not a true palm but rather resembles the characteristics of a succulent. Ponytail palms grow as much as […]
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Seeing your succulents bloom is one of the most rewarding aspects of succulent care. However, it can be quite a challenge. Getting a succulent to bloom requires extra care and attention. Some see their flowering succulent as proof that they are doing something right. Some just want to see the extraordinary flower produced by some […]
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If you’re fond of large hanging ornamentals for your interior, you should include staghorn fern in your list. In the past, this fern was an uncommon option for indoor setting because of its huge size. Through time, staghorn fern has gained the attention of plant enthusiasts because of their unique shape and minimum growing requirements. […]
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Another gorgeous succulent you can keep at home is kalanchoe, pronounced as kal-lan-KOE-ee. This perennial plant boasts its green, scallop-sized leaves with generous flower heads atop. Sporting colors of red, pink, yellow, or white, kalanchoe makes one of the best-potted flowering plants to display indoors. Being a succulent plant, kalanchoe makes life easier for the […]
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Jade plant (Crassula ovata) is a popular indoor ornamental not only for its aesthetic value but for its feng shui meaning. It’s a traditional gift often given to business owners. But, you can also use jade plants as a present on other occasions such as weddings, house blessings, birthdays, etc. Those round green leaves that […]
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Highly attractive because of its colorful foliage, croton plant (Codiaeum variegatum) is a perennial ornamental that’s definitely a must-have. The variegated leaves are a combination of green, yellow, orange, red, and even black colors. It’s a tropical shrub that can be planted outdoors as hedgerows because of its height and woody stems. Croton plants are […]
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Bromeliad represents a group of flowering plants that are equally adorable when placed either outdoors or indoors. They make a good display not only for its flowers but for its foliage as well. The colored bracts that house the flowers stand erect above the foliage and appears in various colors of red, yellow, pink. The […]
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One thing to love about anthurium is its heart-shaped spathe extending over its deep green-colored leaves. These spathes that come in different colors (red, pink, white, orange, purple) surround a pale yellow spadix. At first glance, you’d mistake anthurium for a plastic plant because of its glossy appearance. Aside from being a popular choice for […]
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English ivy is originally used as ground cover in the landscapes. As a trailing vine, it has the tendency to get invasive. In its natural habitat, trees and shrubs where English ivy crawls up may die. However, English ivy got a new home when it’s been cultivated indoors because it perfectly fits as a hanging […]
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We’ve heard aloe as one of the popular ingredients in our beauty products, particularly moisturizers. But, did you know that this succulent has more practical benefits beyond cosmetics? Aloe plants are good air purifiers too so having them inside your home would bring such a refreshing vibe. Aloe plants do well in an indoor setting. […]
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Popular for a name after an insect, the spider plant is nonetheless a plant. Particularly, it’s a plant normally kept indoors because of its ability to adapt to such conditions. It grows pretty easily in an indoor setting that it seems almost indestructible. Spider plant belongs to the Asparagaceae family. It has a grassy appearance […]
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Famous for its variegated look, who could say no to a calathea plant? This indoor plant’s main attraction is the lavish foliage decorated with various patterns that are truly highly attractive. One look and you’ll fall in love. But of course, maintaining such pretty foliage is not for the laid backs. You’d have to learn […]
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