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Archive for the "Houseplants" Category
Healthy Houseplants
Houseplants are great! They liven up a space, and even purify the air! But it can sometimes be tricky to take care of indoor plants when each plant has its own needs. The number one thing most people seem to struggle with is probably the most basic – water! Whether it’s too much or not […]
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5 Romantic Reds Houseplants
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, there’s a lot of pressure to find the perfect gift, we made it simple. Give something that will live long past the special day – Red Houseplants! The best part yet? These are perfect gifts for your special guy or girl. Visit your local garden center to surprise your love with […]
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Tis the Season
The Holiday season is upon us.. And now that we have decked the halls, it is time for us to think about that special gift for that special someone in our lives. If you are reading this today, you are most likely an avid plant lover like myself. So why not give the gift of […]
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Breathe Easy
Breathe easy, by bringing the fresh air indoors with house plants. Houseplants filter out harmful chemicals from the air, making it easy to breathe and so much more. Here are a few of my favorites: Peace lilies- Did you know that this is the perfect plant to put in your bathroom? It will keep mold […]
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Looking sharp in our greenhouse!
Over the last few years cactus has become the most wanted and asked for plant here at Van Wilgen’s. Almost everywhere you look you can find cacti, whether it’s here in the greenhouse or in any magazine, and even on clothing. It really doesn’t get any easier than cactus. It truely is the perfect plant […]
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HOUSEPLANTS FOR ANY HOME
Autumn is a wonderful (some might say the best) time of the year for color. Trees and landscapes turn into amazing shades of reds, golds, and oranges. Everything in the yard makes us want to bring those same colors indoors. While a cutting arrangement full of autumn flowers is wonderful, they won’t last all season. That’s why […]
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Plantastic Houseplants
It’s almost fall, we are all starting to feel the nip in the air. It’s time to start thinking about making room for life inside our homes. Plant life that is! I love to try and fill our greenhouse this time of year with plants that will make your homes plantastic. Plants not only add greenery and […]
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Summer Care : Orchids
Orchids have become a houseplant fan favorite, and rightfully so. The indoor plants add a touch of the exotic to any home and bloom for weeks at a time. Plus, orchids are typically easy to care for and relatively low-maintenance once they are established. Here are three ways to keep your orchid happy and healthy […]
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Breathe Easy with Houseplants
Did you know that Houseplants can turn carbon dioxide into oxygen? According to NASA, they also remove Airborne Volatile Organic Chemicals like benzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene. These chemicals are commonly found in things like detergent, paints and tobacco smoke. Plants also have the ability to increase humidity levels inside, provide you with a less stressful, […]
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