If you had to describe the perfect houseplant, what would come to mind? Easy-care? Well-behaved? Glossy, green, and stunningly handsome? It turns out, there’s one plant that possesses all these traits and more. It’s Zamioculcas zamiifolia – just ZZ plant to its friends – the attention-grabbing yet quietly confident houseplant that’s a lot harder to pronounce than it is to care for. If you haven’t met yet, it’s time you got to know this favorite of both new plant parents and experienced collectors. A Plant Named ZZ The plant that would eventually become Zamioculcas zamiifolia evolved in drough ..read more

Fiddle leaf fig. There’s good reason this popular indoor tree has gained such a big following in recent years – it’s a beautiful plant, full of character, and it makes a statement in any room where it sits. Here we share about its unusual habits in the wild, why we love it for the home, and a few care tips to help you keep yours thriving. In the Wild What you may not know about your mild-mannered fiddle leaf fig is that in the wild, it can actually be a bit of a bully toward other plants in its native community. Fiddle leaf fig is one of a subgroup of species in the genus Ficus that have a pe ..read more

After a while, a plant-parent may start to notice similar traits among the plants in their collection – commonalities that often point back to certain characteristics of their caretaker. Whether you’re a constant waterer, or mostly hands-off with care, a botany geek, or prefer plants that can multi-task through the year, the plants that populate your collection will likely reflect who you are as an enthusiast. And once you recognize your houseplant personality, it’s even easier to find plants that’ll thrive in your care. See if you fit into one or more of these plant-parent profiles. You Have ..read more

Brightly colored bracts and velvety green foliage make the poinsettia the king of holiday houseplants, and in our Greenhouse, we have a beautiful collection we’d love for you to meet. With a variety of colors and styles to choose from in four sizes, you’ll find the perfect poinsettia for your home this holiday or to give to someone special. The Classics Solid red or cream with rich green foliage peeking out beneath – no plant is more classically Christmas. Patterned Marbled or speckled – classic poinsettia colors combine in new ways for a fresh approach to a holiday favorite. Blush-Toned Tr ..read more

The holiday season is here, and that means we get to welcome a whole new collection of beautiful houseplants to the Greenhouse. Loaded with color and texture, these festive holiday favorites spread lots of spirit now and throughout the year. Christmas Cactus Starting at $4.99 With Christmas cactus, you can enjoy a long-lived treasure that reblooms each year. These beautiful plants are often passed down through generations of families and bloom in shades of red, pink, and creamy yellow. Care: When your Christmas cactus is in bud – as ours are in the Greenhouse – keep it in a space with bright ..read more

As summer approaches, our plants’ need for water changes with the climbing sun and rising temperatures. Knowing how and when to water your houseplants, patio plants and flowering annuals in the summer is important for keeping them healthy and beautiful all through the season. Here, we share a few summer watering tips for your container plants – indoors and out – and show you a few of our favorite watering tools that make the job a lot easier. More Sun Means Thirstier Plants In the summer, photosynthesis is in high gear as more direct light reaches our plants than other times of the year. With ..read more

You’re thinking about life on the patio. And whatever your style, you know the perfect finishing touch will be the plants that bring your outdoor space to life. Whether standing beautifully on their own or serving as the height in a combination of colorful blooms, tropical plants lend a natural, relaxing atmosphere to their surroundings. Here we share a few favorites from our collection, starting with the containers they live in. Start with a Beautiful Container Bringing life to your patio begins with selecting the perfect outdoor pottery to complement the colors and style you love in that sp ..read more

Nature has a way of grounding us – of bringing a sense of calm into our lives. Whether it’s on a walk around a local trail, in our own backyard, or even right within our homes, connecting with the natural world has measurable benefits for our health and well-being. And with Earth Day coming up this month, we invite you to look for more ways to connect with the natural world around you. Here, we share a few of the ways we love to enjoy all the good things nature brings. Cover photo by Lance Brisbois / @lancefromiowa Grow a Garden The planning, planting, tending, and anticipation that go a ..read more

This won’t come as a shock to any plant parent or gardener but, plants make people feel better. So many measures of a human’s physical comfort and contentedness – blood pressure, illness frequency, productivity, and stress level – are improved when indoor plants are nearby to share life with. Of course, we get it, but scientists like to put numbers on things, and through the years, countless studies have shown what we already know instinctively – indoor plants are just good for us. Here are three reasons why. Plants Reduce Our Stress Indoor plants can calm our body’s natural response to stres ..read more

You have a brand new, beautiful houseplant in your hand, and of course it needs a new pot to call home. With so many options in material, shape, size, and drainage characteristics how do you decide on the right one? The style you choose – including the finish and color you like or whether you go for modern, classic, or one sporting a whimsical face – is up to you and your creativity. But there are some practical considerations too. Here, we walk you through the process of finding just the right pot – both for your plant and your space. Material Indoor pottery comes in a wide variety of materi ..read more