Like clockwork, my subscription to Birds & Blooms gets renewed. When it arrives, it's read cover to cover, before the laundry gets done or dinner cooked. This passion for birds started when I hit middle age and continues with my growing fondness for all things plants and animals. If you get a case of "bird love," you might as well treat them right. The fun starts with the right feeder. So my heart fluttered when Good Directions ... Read More »
7 Houseplants That Need (Almost) Zero Sunlight
Natural light is scarce in my house. So we take Vitamin D all winter. But for houseplants, lack of light can spell disaster, even death. While other plant needs such as water, humidity, and temperature are easier to control, light is more complex. I've been on a quest to discover plants that can handle insufficient light. Plants that can survive and thrive with less than ideal lighting situations. Not only do live houseplants add ... Read More »
Spring Forward with Backyard Boxes $300 Garden Bed Giveaway!
Are you dreaming about spring? Chirping birds, blooming snowdrops, sunshine and seeds. Life is good! Maybe you've even dropped by the local garden center to see what plants are available. Pansies yet? Soon masses of multi-colored annuals and those veggie flats will make a grand appearance. Tomatoes, squash, peppers, and herbs. But where will your new plants go? Hopefully in this elevated garden bed from Backyard Boxes. So we are ... Read More »
Philodendron gloriosum- an indoor plant for the ages!
It's hard to imagine a more striking, sprawling houseplant to add to your collection than the phliodendron gloriosum—exotic, dark green leaves with bold and bright white veins. The contrast is sublime. To the touch, the leaves feel velvety. But their heart shape will put a smile on your face. Few plant leaves boast that coveted heart shape. The gloriosum plant is moderate for maintenance. It's not the easiest plant out there (think snake ... Read More »
