What is interiorscaping? Interiorscaping is the practice of bringing plants into interior spaces with design elements, function, and biophilia in mind. Professional interiorscapers have an eye for composition that incorporates nature seamlessly into indoor environments and a knowledge of care requirements and growth habits needed to ensure the plants will thrive. In commercial spaces, that can mean working with business owners, architects, and interior designers to curate plant design that compliments an existing aesthetic or is woven into the design concept from the beginning. The theory of ..read more

Perhaps the most infamous and easily identifiable pest your plant can be plagued with, mealybugs often appear in cottony clustered masses on the underside of your plants leaves, in stem joints, and any hidden crevices of your plant. Mealybugs are in the same family as scale, so their feeding pattern and damage are similar. They feed by sucking sap which can result in yellowing leaves, stunted growth, and, if left unchecked, plant death. They secrete a sticky honeydew substance which can lead to sooty mold and attract other pests. The main difference between soft scale and mealybugs is that so ..read more

Scale is often misdiagnosed by new plant parents– the tiny, armored bumps adhered to your plants stems, branches, or leaves may appear to be mechanical damage– but upon further inspection, you’ll be able to identify if the cause of your plants’ malaise is scale and treat it accordingly. Photo: davey.com Scale varies in color, size, and appearance but one tell-tale sign of scale is the presence of a sticky residue– scale secretes a honeydew substance. Their sinister sugars can even encourage fungus growth on your plant (to make matters worse.) Black fungus growth or sooty mold is another indic ..read more

As houseplant stylists, we’re naturally stoked about what 2024 has in store for the interiorscaping industry as it continues to grow (pun intended.) Last year, we saw maximalism have its resurgence in both interior design and plant scaping– dynamic blends of color, texture, and form creating lush, green interiors. We saw Dracaena Marginata have their (much deserved) moment in the sun. As the new year approaches, we’re taking stock of trends that we’re excited about in plant styling and would love to see hit the mainstream in 2024. Nature is Healing– blending interiors and exteriors seamlessly ..read more

Photo credit: @nicolelarsongrows on Instagram Small but mighty, thrips may be the most menacing house plant pest of all. They often fly (albeit terribly) under the radar, almost invisible to the naked eye– here’s how to spot signs of thrips, treat them, and beat them! Thrips are tiny, elongated, winged insects that are usually pale, brown or black in color and move quickly. If you suspect thrips, you can do a ‘tap test’ to confirm: hold a sheet of paper under your plant and gently tap a leaf– if thrips are present, they may fall onto the paper making them more easily identifiable. Odds are, y ..read more

Got a sneaky feeling that what’s plaguing your house plants might be spider mites? Well we hope you’re not arachnophobic, because we’re about to dive into everything you’ll need to know to get rid of these tiny arachnids. Photo from: GardenersWorld.com Spider mites are almost invisible to the naked eye, and they feed on plant cells. So if your house plant is suddenly developing yellow leaves (and you’ve ruled out overwatering) and/or new growth is coming out distorted– spider mites may be the culprit. Spider mites often appear on the back of leaves and produce a very fine webbing on leaves a ..read more

Even the most seasoned plant parents deal with struggling house plants– drooping yellow leaves, crispy brown stems, and dropping leaves come with the territory for plant lovers. The winter months can be especially rough for your house plants, but as we move into spring and summer, you may be looking to breathe life back into your house plants. Here are a few tips on reviving struggling house plants this spring. Every house plant has its own, unique environmental requirements and care routines– some need more light, less watering, more humidity, or more space for roots to grow– it’s wise to re ..read more

Indoor plants not only look beautiful, it has also been proven they improve your mood, reduce stress, and increase productivity. If you are on the fence about adding a plant baby to your home this might help you change your mind. Here are some benefits of adding indoor plants to your space.  1. Indoor plants can reduce feelings of anxiety  A study conducted in 2007 found that ‘friendly’ bacteria, called Mycobacterium vaccae, found in soil triggers the release of the brain chemical serotonin. This increases your mood and decreases anxiety. The bacteria alters your behavior kind of lik ..read more

If you have a plant lover in your life and you don’t want to get them another plant, here are some gift ideas for you! Essential Garden Tote Gardeners Supply I use this garden tote everyday. Not joking! It has so many pockets and holds all my gadgets and plant dohickeys. It’s also equipped with a waterproof lining inside and on the bottom. 2. A Funky Planter From Viridi Viridi These planter are so funky! I love the organic shape and style. Not only are these planters adorable, you will also be supporting a small business too! 3. This Mushroom Lithograph Print Monstera Plant Co Seriously c ..read more

We all love our pets and I know we also love our plants, but let's face it there are a lot of houseplants that are not safe for our furry friends. Unfortunately, a lot of plants can cause seizures, tremors, or worse when ingested so it's important to invest in some plants that are non-toxic to pets. I wholeheartedly believe that adding plants into your life enriches it. Houseplants clean your air, improve your mood, and so much more. So let's add greenery to your homes that don't harm your pets! Check out the list below to see some of my favorite pet-friendly houseplants! All of these plants a ..read more