Moving Houseplants Outdoors
Once nighttime temperatures are higher than 50° F and you're past your region's last frost date, it should be safe to move your plants outdoors. Due to the sudden change in environment, shelter from sun and wind is ... [... more]
Lowes |
Orchids As Houseplants
Occasionally mist the air around the plants to increase humidity. Or, set pots in a pebble-lined tray filled with water to just below the bottom of the pots. When the plants are in active growth (producing roots, stems, and flowers), feed them ... [... more]
Better Homes and Gardens USA |
How To Clean Your Houseplants
One simple way to clean small plants (especially those with fuzzy leaves) is to support them and their soil with your fingers, turn them upside down, and swish their leaves in tepid water. Let the plants drip-dry out of the sun. Remove all dead ... [... more]
Better Homes and Gardens USA |
Containers For Houseplants
The most popular container today is the plastic pot. It comes in an assortment of colors and is lightweight (plastic is an excellent material for hanging baskets), easy to clean, and inexpensive. One major advantage of plastic over clay is that, ... [... more]
Better Homes and Gardens USA |
Moving Houseplants
It's surprising how easy it is to forget all of this information after a few months. Knowing exactly what plant and variety you're growing is important when it comes to determining cultural needs and solving problems. It's also fun to be able to ... [... more]
Better Homes and Gardens USA |
Watering Houseplants
Rainwater, well water, and bottled water generally agree best with plants. Collect rainwater in a barrel or plastic garbage can at the base of a downspout. Keep in mind, though, that in some parts of the country, the air sometimes pollutes ... [... more]
Better Homes and Gardens USA |
Houseplants A to Z: Buying, Growing, Arranging
 To grow plants at home, one must be equal parts botanist and Botticelli-there is an art as well as a science to it. Houseplants A to Z addresses both sides of that equation, providing sound, practical advice for purchasing, caring for, and decorating ... [... more]
$40.00
Amazon.com |
Complete Guide to Houseplants
Extensive encyclopedia features 275 houseplants, including new plant introductions.Step-by-step information on houseplant culture, care, and propagation.Inspiration and design ideas for decorating tastefully with plants.A special section addresses ... [... more]
$13.30 (Save 33%)
Buy.com |
Easy-Care Guide to Houseplants
For beginner to expert gardener, award winning author Jack Kramer offers practical advice and trade secrets in Easy-Care Guide to Houseplants. This book provides all readers need for success with nearly 200 of the most popular houseplants grown in North ... [... more]
$19.95
Amazon.com |
Houseplants -- Nonpoisonous
The following is a list of plants considered non-toxic or non-poisonous. This DOESN'T mean they should be eaten; they are not food crops. Children should be taught never to eat a plant that isn't grown for ... [... more]
University of Illinois Solutions |
Silver Philo in 8.0 Hanging Basket
The Scindapsus pictus argyraeus, also know as the Silver Philo, is one of the most durable, attractive and easy to grow plants. This plant was originally discovered in Indonesia. This variety is the perfect choice for all low-light spots at home or at ... [... more]
$19.98
The Home Depot |
Hydrangea Annabelle
Discovered in an Anna, Illinois, garden, 'Annabelle' is perhaps the most popular old-fashioned shrub grown in American gardens today. From early summer till fall, it produces enormous 12-inch snowballs of pure white --interestingly, the flower size ... [... more]
$24.95
The Home Depot |
