So you’re looking to expand your green space, but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place! While every houseplant is different and may have varying needs, some care tips are common across the board. Do not overwater. Let excess water drain out of the pot. Fertiliser is optional! No need to …
Bathrooms are tricky places to grow plants. Only because there is often low light, a lot of warmth and moisture. Not all indoor plants love these environments. Tropical plants are probably best suited. Today I have 6 indoor plants that would love to live in your bathroom. They are pretty hardy and fool proof. Although don't …
Fungus gnats. The worst! Those little flying bugs that get on your indoor plants and just hang around. They seem to multiply AND they can jump from plant to plant. So if you have them, it's not easy to get rid of them.... eeekkk. WHAT ARE FUNGUS GNATS? Fungus gnats are a fruit fly–sized insect pest that primarily …
How do all the plants on tv shows, in magazines or in the plant shop have such lovely shiny lush leaves?? Well not only is it because they want them to look good, they also want them to grow and thrive! Dust is everywhere and it'll settle on the surface of a big indoor plant. …
The rubber plant has won my heart. It's becoming my favourite indoor plant. It's better than the fiddle leaf if you ask me! Big call I know, but look at those leaves! They are thicker, more defined in shape and the colour is stunning. The leaves don't droop or become tattered like a fiddle leaf …
You might have noticed how bright green your plants look after rain. So, which water is best for your plants? The stuff that falls out of the sky or the water that comes out of the tap? You might be surprised to find that rain, especially during a thunderstorm, has special qualities that can give …
You're either a lover or hater of ornamental grass. It comes in lots of colours and textures and can be wild and bushy. If your style is contemporary then this garden will suit. It gives a bold impact to your landscaping. It's decorative and low-maintenance so you can't really go wrong. They can look simple …
A hanging plant can fill a corner in an instant. Take your house plants up off the ground and on to the walls, hanging from ceilings, put on shelves or even in a plant stand. Below are 10 hanging plants you could add to your home. Most of them are about $30 to buy in …
Indoor plants aren’t going anywhere. It’s seems this trend is evolving each year, with a new trending plant to try in a living room corner or home office. Real plants offer health benefits within the home, but one can be wary about keeping indoor plants alive. Especially if your thumb is described more brown than …
Who is obsessed with indoor plants? ME! If you didn't already guess ha! Today I've put together 9 coffee table books for the indoor plant lover. Not only do they look good, you'll also learn a thing or two about how to care for your green friends. Here's where you'll find them... 01 / 02 …
I know! We've all killed a few plants haven't we? They are pretty affordable so don't feel bad. I'd rather buy a house plant and get a few months out of it than buy something from Kmart for $20 only to throw it out or list it on my Facebook Buy Swap Sell page in …
Hi there! A few days ago I collated a blog post on ways you can use plants to decorate your home. Today I thought I'd share an image I put together on some indoor plants for beginners. These would be my favourite plants and I have a few myself. The Mother-in-law's Tongue (or snake plant) …
