Eucalyptus is one of my favorite natural scents. If you came to my house, you’d find a jar of dried eucalyptus in almost every room. I liked the way they looked, and how they made my house smell. …

In a world of renewed interest in household plants, finding time to care for high-maintenance varieties depends on our highly busy schedules. Whether we have a green thumb or a documented brown thumb, you can still be part of the renewed trend of houseplant ownership. Hardy, difficult to kill varieties…

Houseplants are a beautiful addition to your décor. They are beneficial to your health as well. Having houseplants help to keep the air in your home fresher. Scientifically speaking, plants filter carbon dioxide from the air while releasing the oxygen we need when we breathe. Some people have a green…

If you notice your cactus is beginning to show signs of mush, or yellowing then you must act quickly. There a few things you can do to save a rotting cactus and bring it back from the brink. When you think of a cactus, the first thing that probably comes…

The benefits of having your own Aloe Vera are endless making them a must-have in any home. It is relatively easy to care for aloe vera, making them perfect for beginner gardeners. They’re thick, fleshy leaves are build for warm climates, so they myst be keep indoors in northern climates…

Terracotta If you have houseplants, you know that choosing the correct planter can affect your plant’s survival. The right planter can also be a beautiful addition to your indoor or outdoor space. Terracotta pots are a durable choice for your plants. What Is Terracotta? Terracotta is a natural clay material with a reddish-brown color…

If you look closely, can you see the one thing that all of these watering cans have in common. Do you see it? The spouts! Long spouts are ideal for most houseplants, as the idea is to water the soil and not the plant itself. Watering cans with long spouts…

Earlier this week we touched on watering succulents and how they needed different soil. So today, we will get in depth on what makes succulent soil special. If you’re like me, you think succulents add a little bit of happiness to every room. There are so many types, and colors…

If you’ve been killing every succulent you’ve ever had; you’re not alone. Though succulents don’t require much, it’s hard to find a happy medium between too much and not enough water when it comes to succulents. It’s easy to over or under water succulents. But once you learn how to…