Bringing the outside in adds such a warm feeling to your home - houseplants are the perfect addition. Raising houseplants is not only rewarding because they warm your surroundings, but also because a number of houseplants actually purify the air you breathe. Houseplants are living decor for the home and creating arrangements that please us is a big part of their appeal. Whether you opt for plant grouping, terrariums, that unique specimen plant, an extensive indoor garden or greenhouse area, houseplants come in all shapes and sizes to suit your needs. Putting Down Roots in the home brings its own rewards and this section is devoted to indoor gardening. Below, you will find a brief intro to each posting.

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How to Water Your Houseplants Wisely by Kori Puckett

Over-watering ranks first in causes of houseplant demise because it causes roots to rot. Most plants are tough so they can recover from under watering with only the loss of a few leaves&madsh;unless you wait too long and pass the point of no return. Watering schedules depend on the kind of houseplant, its size, container, and environment. Read More . . .

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