Houseplants have enjoyed a resurgence in popularity over the past few years, and for good reason. There are many varieties of exotic plants that thrive in our temperature-controlled homes. We love having our own leafy green oasis inside every day of the year, and any collector’s eye can’t help but adore our selection of plants from desert-dwelling succulents to lush, tropical bromeliads – all under one roof. Whether you’re a houseplant pro, with an impressive collection, or you’re looking to try your first, we have a couple key guidelines to help you keep your plants healthy, happy, and lookin ..read more

Many plants go into winter hibernation, shutting down all their systems temporarily, waiting for the soil temperature to warm up their roots. Because of the mild temperatures this winter it has confused the plants causing many of them to open their leaves and or flowers much earlier. Mother Nature can affect plants in so many ways, too much rain or not enough, too much heat or fluctuating temperatures confuse the plant. Plants are very resilient and can overcome many of these issues when they are maintained properly and have the proper growing conditions. With the warmer temperatures we have s ..read more

It’s time to turn your bathroom into your own personal green oasis. Plants make the space more pleasant, add to the décor, and improve air quality. It’s also easy to water and mist your plants in a space that has a water supply close at hand. The high humidity levels of the bathroom can be the ideal environment for many houseplants. In general, you need to choose plants that thrive on humidity, can tolerate temperature fluctuations and are suited to the lighting conditions in your space. Ferns: Most can handle the temperature fluctuations in a bathroom, and they love the humidity. Some can ev ..read more

Repotting your plants can sound tricky, but we have a few tips to make it a success. First things first: repotting does not necessarily mean changing a plant’s current planter, but rather, changing its soil or potting mix. Fresh soil means new nutrients. This is great news if you love your current planter, but if you’re looking to purchase a new one that’s fine, too. If you are changing planters, try to keep the size no more than 3″ larger in diameter for tabletop planters, and no more than 6″ larger in diameter for floor planters. If you’re repotting a very small plant, your new planter might ..read more

Simple and Creative Ways to Garden with your Kids Grow a Gardener - Start early to plant the seed of interest! 1) Starting Seedlings Are you excited about getting your seeds started this month? Here are some ideas to get your kids involved that will help them connect with “getting their hands dirty” while you plant. Scoop and pour- emphasis on fine and gross motor skills. What you need: pan/baking dish half full of soil, scoops (you can use measuring cups), cups without handles, funnels. Activity: Ages 1-2: Have your child scoop and pour the gardening soil into a plastic cup until it is full ..read more

You can bring your herb garden indoors for the winter, or all year, by planting a windowsill herb garden. Many herb plants grow quite well in containers and require only minimal care. However, there are a couple of extra considerations, when growing them indoors. The first is ensuring they get enough sun to grow lush and healthy. Secondly, to have enough to really enjoy in your cooking, you’ll need large plants and pots, so make sure you have enough space to keep them. Alternatively, if you don’t have a lot of space, look for newer compact varieties, such as dwarf globe basil. You’ll be snipp ..read more

1.   Fresh is Best. Always start with fresh, high quality seeds. We carry Botanical Interests seeds, which are non-GMO and include Heirloom and Organic varieties. 2.   Plastic is Fantastic. You can purchase plastic trays and greenhouse starter kits designed specifically for starting seeds. They’re clean and free of pathogens, keep soil uniformly moist and allow for adequate drainage. 3.   Use a Magical Mix. Good mixes ensure that you’ve got a lightweight, clean and sterile medium without insects, fungus or weeds. Moisten the mix with a little water (damp, not sog ..read more

1. Houseplants with Colorful Foliage Plants with pink leaves have been a recent trend, and we’ve seen that even tried-and-true favorites like snake plants and pothos that have splashes of white on their usually green leaves (known as variegation) are also very popular. Next year, we’re sure that houseplants with interesting colors and patterns on their leaves will attract even more fans—multicolored foliage like crotons, Chinese evergreens, and stromanthe will become especially trendy. “We’re attracted to unique houseplants with exciting leaves because they help us express our personal style ..read more

  Place 10 seeds on a damp paper towel.   Cover with another damp paper towel and place in a zip lock bag.   Store in a warm spot like the top of fridge (no light) and ensure the towel remains damp.   After the expected days to germinate (see your seed packet), check if the seeds are sprouting.   If yes, use them. If not, toss them ..read more

5 Tips to Keep your Houseplants Healthier in Winter As we all prepare for Winter, we wanted to share tips to help keep your houseplants healthier over these upcoming colder and darker months. How do we keep those big beautiful and full leaves healthy? Be prepared that your houseplants will not grow at the same pace as you enjoyed during the warm months. Don't be surprised or disappointed if you don't see much new growth. A lot of house plants display signs of 'dormancy' in winter by slowing down new growth significantly. This is due to the drop in temperature, low humidity, and shorter days/l ..read more