Category: Houseplant of the month

We often hear about hoyas, which are attractive indoor plants that sometimes flower and are easy to grow. In fact,Continue Reading

Plants that survive the conditions in our homes (low light, low relative humidity, inconsistent watering) are often quite hardy (orContinue Reading

Spring is always my favorite time of year. Flower boxes, gardens, and storefronts are filled with colorful blooms heralding theContinue Reading

One of the most frequently asked questions is: which plants can I put in a room with no windows, suchContinue Reading

So here we are in March, winter is taking unfair advantage of our hospitality. And even I, who am aContinue Reading

I’m not a great fan of ferns as houseplants: although they grow very quickly and easily on the terrace inContinue Reading

If there’s one plant that’s ubiquitous in big-box stores, it’s the Christmas kalanchoe! You’ll see them in tiny pots asContinue Reading

November, winter is upon us… With winter comes low light, with heating comes atmospheric dryness and with the short daysContinue Reading

The last few years have seen the emergence of some absolutely striking new cultivars of Fittonias, with their particularly brightContinue Reading

A classic among office plants, the good old spider plant was the first houseplant for many. And it deserves everyContinue Reading