A terrarium is a beautiful miniature landscape with a climate of its own, like a tiny greenhouse! Terrariums encapsulate the beauty and balance of nature by simulating a small-scale ecosystem in a glass container. Along with being fun to create and easy to maintain, terrariums make great home décor and lovely gifts for friends and family. They are also the perfect Earth Day activity! There are just a few guidelines to follow for a long-lasting, living masterpiece—read on for our step-by-step process and tips on how to create your own custom terrarium. The Best Plants to Use for Terrariums C ..read more

Thanks to their meteoric rise in popularity in recent years, everyone now knows that bringing plants into your house is the perfect way to reinvigorate an indoor space. Large or small, houseplants help make a room feel put together and way more fun. Houseplant trends may come and go, but one thing is certain—nothing revives a room like a bit of green (or pink!). We’ve come up with a list of houseplants that you might have overlooked during a visit to our Plant Shops but that are worthy of your attention. Here are our favorite interesting, easy-care plants that will thrive in Pacific North ..read more

As the calendar turns over to a fresh year, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the past and look to the future for something new. When it comes to indoor plants, we are turning to our experts to help us define the biggest trends in houseplants and houseplant care for 2024! We asked two of our fantastic houseplant gurus to tell us which houseplants they predict will be big in 2024, and to share the plant gear and goods they just can’t live without! Kalei Cameron, Lead Houseplant Buyer & Store Manager at Dennis’ 7 Dees Bridgeport Village Plant Shop Rare Plants & Classic Plants Are E ..read more

When it comes to decorating your home or grabbing a quick gift, flowering indoor plants provide long-lasting color and convenience with a wide selection to suit any style. We have compiled a comprehensive indoor holiday plant encyclopedia, from Amaryllis to Zygocactus, to give you everything you need to make your seasonal indoor plant care a success! Amaryllis Anthurium Cyclamen Norfolk Island Pine Paperwhites Poinsettias Zygocactus (Christmas Cactus) Keep in mind that most flowering plants have a fairly short bloom time and may be difficult to get to rebloom. There is nothing wrong with ..read more

We love nothing more than sharing the gift of growing with our friends and family.By thoughtfully pairing the right plant with a pot that highlights all of its best features, you’ll create a gift that is memorable all year long. Here are some of our favorite plant and container combinations for creative gift ideas that will elevate the home of anyone on your list this holiday season. 1. Norfolk Island Pine with a Bollé Momma Pot in Textured Forest Why we love it: The sweeping, feathery foliage on this California Christmas tree is perfectly mirrored in the round bowl of the Bolle pot. Th ..read more

Air plants are eye-catchingly adorable and are low-maintenance and pet-safe—perfect for anyone looking for a unique yet forgiving houseplant that does not require much attention. If you’re anything like us, the first time you laid eyes on these wild wonders known as air plants, you were simultaneously baffled and instantly in love. Where’s the soil? How do you water air plants? Is this some crazy invention from a mad botanist? Nope, this is just how amazing these plants grow—dirt not required! What Are Air Plants? Air plants, or Tillandsia, are members of the Pineapple or Bromeliad family ..read more

Nothing makes a statement quite like the timeless beauty of an Amaryllis in bloom. While the Holidays bring some lovely bulbs and flowering indoor plants like Paperwhites and Poinsettias, Amaryllis hold an elegance unmatched by any other seasonal plant. To time the expressive blossoms of Amaryllis with Christmas or New Years, plant them at the beginning of November, as they typically take around eight weeks from planting to flower. Our Favorite Amaryllis Varieties For the traditionalist: A large-flowered, evenly red variety, like Amaryllis Galaxy ‘Red Lion’, is a must-have f ..read more

A large, specimen houseplant can reinvigorate a whole room. By adding greenery and height next to a chair, near a window, or in a blank corner, a space suddenly feels more put together, more vibrant, and more complete. Living plants add something that art or décor alone cannot match—their growth and expansion help us mark time, and their organic shapes make us humans feel right at home. When choosing a houseplant to enhance your space, consider the size of the leaves, the color, and the texture of the foliage. Knowing the light level in your space is critical when selecting the right plant ..read more

In Spring everything starts to wake up, including indoor plants! The emergence of plants and new leaves outdoors means that the time to repot houseplants has arrived. Repotting houseplants is more than just changing containers—below, we will outline the best approach to repotting your indoor plants to keep them happy and healthy all year long. Refreshing your plants’ potting soil is key to the success of your repotting efforts. Soil contains the nutrients your plants need to thrive and just the right amount of oxygen and water for them to live. Over time, the nutrients get used up and the s ..read more

As fall gradually transitions to winter, we bundle up against the crisp air while soaking up every last minute of daylight. In a similar fashion, indoor plants make seasonal adjustments too. During the darker winter months (roughly October through February in the PNW), it’s best to let plants “rest” after producing growth all spring and summer, allowing them to go into a period of dormancy. Indoor plants also tend to struggle during winter months due to various factors, including changes in available light, cold drafts, hot/dry air, and relocation for holiday decorations (Christmas tree, etc ..read more