Happy Houseplant Appreciation Day! Today is all about reminding us of the amazing benefits of keeping houseplants, and bringing the wonders of the outdoors, inside our homes. Whether it’s for the striking foliage that a wide range of houseplants possess or to show off your own style or even the health benefits, we can’t see […]
Have you visited our houseplant department? One of the largest in the North! Did you know there are numerous benefits of tending an indoor plant. Houseplants convert carbon dioxide into oxygen for us to breathe, improving the air quality in your home. Another benefit is that for people experiencing the mental health issues, indoor gardening can be helpful. Researchers have used horticultural therapy to increase feelings of well-being among people with depression, anxiety, dementia and other conditions.
Rare Houseplants • Sungonium, Pink Splash- (requires bright indirect light, water when the top inch or two of soil are dry, they also love humidity.) • Alocasia, Hilo Beauty- (requires bright indirect sunlight, allow the top soil to become slightly dry between waterings, grows best in high humidity.) • Begonia, Snowcap- (requires bright indirect light, […]
If you’re after a great-looking, low-maintenance plant, here it is! Satin Pothos have attractive heart-shaped leaves are covered in splotches of silver variegation. These plants do best with bright, indirect light. Too much direct sun will scorch leaves, and if it’s placed in a poorly lit position the beautiful variegation will begin to fade. Water weekly in summer and reduce to every 10-14 days in winter, only allowing the top two inches to dry out.
It’s National Houseplant Appreciation Day. 14.01.22 Which is all about raising awareness of the numerous benefits of tending an indoor plant. Houseplants convert carbon dioxide into oxygen for us to breathe, improving the air quality in your home. Another benefit is that for people experiencing the mental health issues, indoor gardening can be helpful. Researchers have used horticultural therapy to increase feelings of well-being among people with depression, anxiety, dementia and other conditions.
Succulents & Cacti are some of our favourite houseplants and are a popular choice with many home gardeners! This is because of their hardy nature, Succulents can even survive several weeks without water, making them the perfect stress-free option! Studies show that all plants, including succulents, provide mental health benefits.They can help improve concentration, productivity and mood, and can also reduce stress and anxiety.
This Fusion White variety of Calathea has lovely green and white marbling on the leaves with pale purple undersides. It is a wonderfully showy, decorative plant that is bound to attract attention. In their native habitats, Calathea species are also known for their striking inflorescences. When grown as houseplants, however, it is all about the […]
We have a great offer on Poinsettias 3 for £10 or £4.99 each
A healthy poinsettia plant will have intact bracts. If the little yellow buds between the coloured bracts – the actual flowers – still look tight then you’ll know that the quality of the poinsettia plant is good. When you’ve chosen and bought your poinsettia, make sure to wrap it up in paper for the […]
Our houseplants department are always getting lots of new arrival, here are just a few from this week. We have a great selection of Calathea in store in a few different varieties and sizes. Calathea is a genus of plants belonging to the family Marantaceae. There are several dozen species in this genus. Native […]
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