This is the time of year when we turn our gardening enthusiasm towards houseplants so we can still have our “hands in the dirt.” As recently noted in the “Minnesota Gardener” magazine, the Aloe Vera plant is always a favorite due to its easy care and the many health benefits it offers. As you may… Read More
Perfect Flowering Bulbs for the Indoors
Now that your outdoor “clean-up” is done, or nearly so, you can start thinking about indoor color for winter. Flowering bulbs are so rewarding, colorful, and easy to grow indoors. Paperwhite narcissus have long been a favorite and no wonder! The fragrant, white flowers brighten any room and are easy to grow inside. Amaryllis bulbs are another… Read More
Houseplants: A Great Focal Point
Houseplants can be a focal point of a room or simply bring a little of the outdoors indoors. Heloise says, “They make your home inviting while adding color with something green, which is calming.” This is the time of year to plan your selection. It could be a colorful bromeliad, elegant orchid, stately palm, peace lily,… Read More
Houseplants: More Than Just Decor
This has been said before, but it is worth repeating: houseplants are more than just décor. It’s been proven that you live a better, healthier life with houseplants. So why not bring a little green in to your workspace and home? Houseplants are easy and vary in style and form to fit the space. Try… Read More
Fall into Color
You’ve heard the expression, “Fall into Color.” umpantone’s Paint has created colors like Emberglow, Honeysuckle, Cedar, and Deep Teal for this season; so why not use the same idea as you bring your garden indoors? Houseplants come in a variety of colors and textures, and are a friendly and satisfying addition to your home. Colorful… Read More
Houseplants- A Perfect Addition to Any Home
This is the time of year to extend your gardening passion by bringing the outdoors inside with houseplants. Nature’s influence is welcome in Victorian decor, for young urbanites in apartments, to upscale ccburban homes and townhouses. Plus, these hard working beauties clean indoor air and provide oxygen. Orchids are chic, easy to grow, and are… Read More