This section is all about plants that can liven up your home! I think we can agree that we all love houseplants. Take a look around and I’m sure that you will discover new plants that would go great in your home!
For people who enjoy indoor gardening, having enough light for all your houseplants is probably the biggest challenge. Even those who get plenty of natural light throughout the day sometimes need lamps or other artificial light. It’s just part of the houseplant game. However, managing artificial light for your plants isn’t just about turning on the…
Nature in all its forms is beneficial to our health, and having houseplants in your living spaces is one way to bring that closer to home. There are many different ways that indoor plants are good for your health, and some can have a bigger impact than others. More on the Health Benefits of Indoor…
Just like SAD lamps get rid of the blues for those with seasonal affective disorder, indoor grow lights have an even better effect on house plants. Plants are alive and to keep them that way, they need light (not necessarily sunlight). While we need Vitamin D from natural sunlight, plants don’t. That means you can…
A lot of people avoid having houseplants because they just don’t have a skilled green thumb to keep them healthy. Many common houseplants have a pretty strict set of care conditions and can be trickier to manage than a pet. So for the more casual indoor gardener who wants a bit less responsibility, try a…
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could grow plants without having to get dirty? Wait – I know what you’re thinking. This is going to be about hydroponics, right? Actually, no. If you want to try your hand at growing plants in water, you don’t necessarily need to invest in a hydroponic system. As you’ll…
Using indoor houseplants to help control insects and pests isn’t a new idea, though it tends to be more common to get rid of flying bugs like mosquitoes. But do you know that this technique can also be effective for spiders as well? In this article, I’ll walk you through 7 of the best houseplants…
Struggling to keep mosquitos away from your home? Luckily, what you hear about some plants repelling mosquitoes is true. But which plants should you choose for this mission? This is what I’ll explain in this post. I’ll introduce you to 9 incredible indoor plants that repel mosquitoes. Although several indoor plants are potent mosquito repellents,…
In today’s eco-conscious world, we are learning that our indoor air quality isn’t always the healthiest. But rather than resorting to air filters, why not take a more natural approach and add a few houseplants to help add more oxygen to your environment while also filtering out toxins? As a bonus, the extra plants can…