by April Olson | Oct 12, 2021 | Indoor Plants
As Pacific Northwesterners, we have a soft spot in our hearts for ferns. When we add them into our homes and dwell amongst their feathery fronds, we can’t help but feel like we’re in a lush green forest. One of the best things about ferns is the variety of species...
by April Olson | Sep 17, 2021 | Indoor Plants, Urban Plantscapes
With the growing season almost over (March through September), now is the perfect time to do some last-minute houseplant propagation! If you are a seasoned indoor plant parent, you have probably been propagating plants for a while without even thinking about it…...
by Nicole Forbes | Sep 14, 2021 | Container Gardening, Indoor Plants
7 Basic Rules for Successful Indoor Plants Let houseplants rest during the winter (October–February). Accept the loss of “temporary” plants. Give them extra humidity (group them together). Treat problems promptly. Learn to repot when needed Don’t drown...
by Nicole Forbes | Sep 12, 2021 | Indoor Plants, Winter Gardening
Although they live indoors, houseplants “know” what season it is by the length of daylight and the angle of the sun. Winter days can be short and dark, and when the sun does appear, it is low and in the southern portion of the sky. Similar to the plants...
by April Olson | Sep 7, 2021 | Indoor Plants
The indoor plant that has dominated style and design trends since houseplants became popular is the Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata). Found in either tree form or in its more juvenile shrubby phase, this plant features large, glossy green leaves on a substantially sized...
by Nicole Forbes | Aug 24, 2021 | Indoor Plants
Whether you have a large collection of houseplants or you are just starting to explore your green thumb, houseplant pests are something you will have to deal with, unfortunately. We know—it’s not what you wanted to hear, but the good news is there are measures you can...
