Here in New York, it’s still chilly outside, but there are occasional signs (like that one 70 degree day) that spring will come someday. To get myself in the mood (and to relieve a bit of the winter doldrums), I’ve been looking at photos of outdoor spaces. Here are a few trends I’ve noticed — […]
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If Pinterest hasn’t convinced you it’s time to load your place up with plants, perhaps science will: plenty of studies have shown that greenery could bring heaps of health benefits into your life. There’s this one that suggests women may actually live longer when they’re surrounded by plants. And these show how even just having plants around you […]
Name: Ron Goh Location: Auckland, New Zealand Size: 2142 square feet Years lived in: 2 years, owned Ron is a digital designer… and a plant addict, as evidenced by the Auckland home he shares with his partner, and two dogs (a mini schnauzer and chihuahua). He describes their loft, located in a 1920s converted factory in the Victoria Quarter, as packed […]
We love the touch of life and greenery that plants add to our homes. But mixing house plants with pets can be lethal. Sometimes toxic plants are naturally repulsive to animals (they taste extremely bitter, for instance), and some pets aren’t inclined to chew plants, so we tend not to worry. However, every pet parent […]
If you haven’t discovered home decor superstore At Home yet, you’re in for a nice surprise. It’s not everywhere yet — only about 33 states so far — but this up and coming big box chain carries a large range of furniture, housewares and seasonal items. Before it went full on home, it started as a garden […]
It seems everyone and their brother has plant fever these days, and the only cure is MORE PLANTS! We’ve mastered the art of watering, they’re all stayin’ alive. Now we’re onto more cosmetic issues, like: just how shiny and clean can I get my plants? Can I buff them with banana peels? According to an old folk […]
Bloomscape, a newly launched startup out of Detroit, wants to help you become the plant parent you’ve always wanted to be. If you’re a beginner who is kind of befuddled about what plants to buy, where to buy them and what to do when you get them into your home, Bloomscape might be for you. […]
This Bay Area front yard had seen better days, but now it is an urban oasis worthy of major admiration—and envy, especially of their lucky friends who get invitations for sunset cocktails but didn’t have to do any of the actual work. If you happen to have a similar project to tackle, this reader submission […]
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. While most people think it’s neglect that does house plants in, over-watering is actually the most common way to kill your green friends. Keeping them alive means figuring out how to not drown them, and that’s where charcoal […]
There’s nothing quite so satisfying as growing your own food—and nothing quite so frustrating as being a would-be gardener with a too-small outdoor space. I have known this pain myself, so I was particularly intrigued when Dabney, our Projects Editor, told me about Square Foot Gardening, a very efficient technique for growing things you can […]
Succulents are delightful little plants that boast a variety of fun colors, textures, and shapes. They are sometimes said to “thrive on neglect,” and while they definitely don’t require much fussing over, it’s still best to know what they like and what they don’t. Here are our top tips for succulent growing and care. First, […]
If you’ve yet to get on board with grocery stores carrying adorable home accessories, now is the time. Lidl’s newest collection is for those plant parents (and wannabe plant parents) who want to nurture their green thumbs, for not a lot of green. The German supermarket chain—which sadly doesn’t have online shopping, but does have […]