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3 Steps to Creating Quick, Easy, and Colorful Succulent Containers

Succulents are stunning plants that finally seem to be getting all the attention they deserve. From the Pencil Cactus to the popular Agave, they can light up the corner of any space whether indoor or outdoor. But as stunning as they are, the containers they are placed in are as important as the plant itself….

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What you need to know about Grow Towers

An Immersive Biophilic Vertical Garden Experience A grow tower is a structured vertical garden designed for growing plants while saving on space. Design wise, the possibilities with grow towers are limitless. They are highly customizable, can be indoors or outdoors, with or without dirt, and can grow an extensive variety of plants. They’re perfect for…

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8 Perennial Favorite Landscape Plants

The ability to live more than 2 years and produce beautiful flowers and gorgeous foliage is what makes perennials such a favorite among landscapers and homeowners. Perennials are used in landscaping a lot. Not only do they look beautiful in any space. But the fact that they flower for a long time is also what…

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How to Grow Ficus Indoors: A Complete Guide

Did you know that according to ancient manuscripts, the Buddha found enlightenment while meditating under a ficus tree? Did you also know that studies suggest indoor plants lead to a lower distraction rate by absorbing background noises? Coincidence? We don’t think so. Because extensive research on the effects of plants indoors says that they actually…

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Can Snake Plants Live Outside? Maintenance Tips

You’ve probably scrolled through a hundred Pinterest pictures of corporate offices and retail spaces with the elegant snake plant adorning desks and floors.  An international favorite, the snake plant is famous for its ability to survive in even the darkest of corners with barely any watering.  As indestructible as they might be indoors, can snake…

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How a Vertical Garden can Improve your Health

While our cities continue to get busier and become more crowded, we are straying further away from nature. Almost everyone is aware of the important role nature plays in human development, and how the lack of nature threatens our physical health and mental well-being – yet we fail to make space for it. Vertical gardens…

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Indoor Plants That Clean Air

Plants improve our space in so, so many ways. From creating soothing vibes to boosting positive energy, to being the focal point of your whole space – they can do it all. In 1989, NASA published a study ‘Interior Landscape Plants for Indoor Air Pollution Abatement’ compiled a list of indoor plants that help in…

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How to Care for Your Live Moss Wall

Whether you’re looking for a way to introduce soothing greenery to your space or you simply adore the aesthetic of natural, velvety moss, living Moss walls are ideal. Not only are they incredibly attractive as a design element, they’re a living work of art that brings the best of nature to your indoor space. Apart…

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Benefits of Indoor Plants

Plants complete interior spaces. A quick look at Instagram and Pinterest and you’ll find plenty of plants in design spaces and people obsessing over them. From palm plants to hanging baskets, leafy vines to hanging plants, succulents, bonsais, and other tiny plants – plants are having a moment in the spotlight – and for good…

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FRESH PLANTS FOR BELL PLAZA

PREMISE The world has changed a lot – and not just the recent changes resulting from the pandemic. The offices of the working world have grown since the turn of the century regarding concepts like formality and privacy, and continue to push toward minimal environments that emphasize openness, and a connection with nature. Much of…

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5 Office Plants for Low Light

Offices can be pretty mundane and stressful at the worst of times. One very trendy way to cheer up your office environment is by adding plants! Office plants don’t just make the space more pleasant and cheery, they also help in increasing productivity, concentration and have plenty of health benefits as well. Even if you’re…

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What is Biophilia?

Nature has always had a major influence on humans throughout history. In fact, nature themes can be found in even the earliest human structures. From the Egyptian Sphinx to Greek temples to the Rococo design, natural themes have been consistent in historic structures and places, suggesting that nature has always been a focus of human…

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Living Walls vs. Preserved Moss Walls

From trees to potted plants to vines and flowers, there are so many ways to introduce greenery into your daily space – but greenery in the form of living walls is something that will not only mesmerize guests but will also bring soothing energy to your environment. A great way to introduce wellness to your…

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Live Plants Are the Biggest Trend in Restaurant Interior Design

Just like the world of interior design trends, the restaurant industry is ever-changing. But one thing that stays evergreen is the incorporation of live plants into interior design. You will find an increasing number of restaurants bringing live plants into the interior design, and why not? Plants make a space more pleasant, more attractive, healthier,…

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5 Instagram-Worthy Ways to Decorate Your Office for the Holidays

‘Do it for the gram’ – that’s a common motivation for holiday decorating projects these days, and it creates a sort of unofficial contest to create the most attractive festive displays possible. People go to great lengths to spruce up their space and create an Instagram-worthy design that they can be proud of. The way…

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Polaris Holiday Display

PREMISE Each year brings an opportunity to create incredible and adorable festive displays that get your whole office in the spirit. In the bleak winter months, a little bit of positivity goes a long way, and all it takes is a beautiful display of natural (and artificial) greenery.  We set out to spread some positivity…

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Live Plant Programs for Holiday Décor

DECORATING FOR THE HOLIDAYS The Holiday season is upon us – and Plantscape is here to solve your holiday decorating needs! Using your existing décor, a brand new design, or a mixture of both, we can prepare your space for a festive holiday season with a professional touch. Some of our customers like to use…

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The 5 Best Office Plants to Enhance Any Workspace

Plants are absolutely essential in modern design schemes, especially for high-stress environments like workspaces. Their soothing appearance and natural tranquillity contribute towards making the workspace a more focussed and productive one. But all that comes with a common dilemma – how do you maintain plants in an unnatural environment, and how do you find time…

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Budget Planning for 2022

It’s budget season for commercial real estate (CRE), and while you’re evaluating things like utilities, maintenance, and janitorial service, you may also want to consider live plants and plant service for your commercial spaces. Even if you’ve already partnered with us (thank you for your business!) there may still be an opportunity to add value…

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Hawaiian Indoor Plants That Make for the Perfect Centrepiece for Your Space

Your workspace is a place where you deal with stress and workload. Here, if the office space is dull, it can make things even worse. You might be a fan of having modern, contemporary or minimalist décor to revamp your office, or might have one, how good it is without some exotic tropical indoor plants…

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How to Decorate Any Space with a Jungle Aesthetic?

Are you a big fan of the jungle vibe? Do you look for ways to bring a jungle room aesthetic inside your workplace using indoor office plants?  Well, if your answer is yes, then we are proud of it. But we know why you’re here. You’re not sure how to decorate your space with jungle…

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Best Low-Light Office Plants to Lighten Up Your Indoor Spaces

Does your office have a low-light environment? But, at the same time, are you a plant lover and want to have plants in your office space? Well, this can be trouble as plants need sunlight to thrive. But with us, you need not worry. We’re here for your rescue. Therefore. We have precisely curated this…

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Rooftop Trees to Look Out for in Your Terrace Garden

We sit on the terrace gazing at the stars, thinking about the future and venturing into the unknown. We won’t do that deep. We just wanted to make you think about a terrace. Well, the terrace is one of the favourite places of most people if not all. We love to be on the rooftop…

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Office Plant Ideas for You Guaranteed to Thrive at Your Desk

Let’s start with imagining your office desk. Start with the unending folders and papers stacked away in files. Next comes your laptop with unlimited pings of work. Now comes the boring pen stand and other ‘so-called’ décor items that you try to admire and cherish. But tell us one thing, is it really worth cherishing?…

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Easy Plant Care Tips to Keep Your Garden Healthy

Think about a time when your office stuff is not aligned. Well, it is a little troublesome, isn’t it? Let’s think about a similar scenario but, this time, with plants. Here, is one of the most mystifying things that can happen to your amazing office garden. Is a disease. And, how does that happen? When…

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Top Benefits of Having Healing Plants

What great way to add visual interest or a pop of color to any space? Well, nothing can be better than plants in this case. But wait. This can even be better! And this can be done by HEALING PLANTS. They make for a valuable addition to any space you have in your office. Moreover,…

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What Elements Make Up for the Perfect French Garden Design?

An impactful way to add a touch of elegance, classic design and formal design to your landscape is to consider having a French-style garden. They are widely admired for their distinct symmetrical lines, trimmed hedges and shrubs, stone elements and simple colour pallets. And yes, not to forget the use of lavender – well, they’re…

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5 Instagram-Worthy Ways to Decorate Your Office for the Holidays

The season for bringing out the holiday décor is here. And as everyone always says, “do it for the gram”, so here we are. This motivation to have the best office holiday décor projects for your office space and show it off on Instagram make everyone put in their hearts to creating the finest festive…

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Benefits of Office Plants and Care Guide

Bringing plants into the workplace is becoming an increasingly popular trend, and for good reason. Not only do they make a space look more inviting and comfortable, but they also offer a range of benefits that can improve your productivity and overall happiness while at work. From boosting creativity to reducing stress, read on to…

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The Best Plants for an Office with No Natural Light

With the winter days upon us and the sun setting sooner, many people are finding themselves in the unfortunate position of working in an office with no natural light. While this may seem like a difficult situation to work with, it doesn’t have to be! There are plenty of plants that can thrive in low…

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How to Care for Office Plants

Office plants should be made an essential component of every office interior. Be it at home or a corporate workplace, having plants in an office space can significantly change your working mood. Moreover, greenery always brightens up indoor spaces as well as is known to have mood-boosting qualities. People often look for the best indoor…

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Janet Craig Indoor Plant: The Perfect Houseplant for Any Place

Janet Craig indoor plants are some of the most popular houseplants around. While they require a bit of care, they are low-maintenance and easy to grow. In this post, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about Janet Craig indoor plants, from how to care for them to where to buy them. Janet Craig…

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Should You Water Plants After Repotting Here’s Everything You Need to Know

A lot of us have probably seen those viral posts where someone successfully grows a plant from a used teabag. While it’s definitely possible to transplant plants without losing them, the process is a bit more complicated than just watering them. In fact, overwatering is one of the most common reasons for plants dying after…

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Repotting Plants – A Basic Guide to What You Should Know

For indoor plants, the long daylight hours of the spring season act as rocket fuel. The increased light and higher temperature make your plants want to spread their roots and grow as much as they can. And, here comes your part. Take advantage of this peak growing season. But how? This is the perfect time…

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How to Keep Your Ficus Tree Looking Fresh All Year Round

A ficus tree is a great way to add natural beauty and life to any room. Not only are they easy to care for, but they can also last for many years with the right maintenance. In this blog post, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about how to keep your ficus tree looking…

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Discover the Many Varieties of Chinese Evergreen Plants

Have you ever considered growing Chinese evergreen plants in your home or office? If not, you may be surprised to learn that there are many different varieties to choose from, each with its own unique characteristics. From tall and slender to short and bushy, there’s sure to be a Chinese evergreen that’s perfect for your…

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How to Keep Your Bird of Paradise Plant Thriving

The bird of paradise plant (Strelitzia reginae) is a strikingly beautiful, tropical plant that’s native to South Africa. With its long, graceful leaves and towering spikes of brightly colored flowers, the bird of paradise is a popular indoor plant choice. However, caring for a bird of paradise can be tricky. In this post, we’ll share…

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Best Ways to Turn Your Office into a Plant Paradise

If you’re anything like us, you can’t help but feel a bit more relaxed and at ease when surrounded by greenery. Not to mention, plants are great for productivity and creativity! If you’re looking for some interesting facts about plants to help convince your boss to let you deck out your office with some life,…

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All the Pothos Varieties That Bring Life to Offices & Interiors

It’s no secret that indoor plants can improve air quality, but what about their ability to brighten up an interior or office space? Pothos plants are one of the most popular indoor plants for this very reason. Not only do they purify the air, but they come in a range of colors and styles that…

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How to Take Care of Bamboo Palms by Yourself

Having a bamboo palm indoors can bring warmth and colour to any space you want. You can have plenty of tropical delights to choose from. However, most of them require bright light to thrive and grow. But we have good news. Bamboo palms are an exception to this. They can grow in low light conditions…

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11 Easy-To-Care Plants for Your Office Space

What comes to your mind when you think of office life? It can be so busy at times that you forget to eat lunch or totally abandon everything the moment the clock strikes 5 pm on a Friday. Even if you work remotely, you might have to experience all of that in a windowless closet…

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What Is Horticulture Therapy? and Benefits

A growing body of research indicates that interacting with plants has a host of mental health benefits. Horticulture therapy, or the use of plants and gardening in a therapeutic setting, is becoming an increasingly popular treatment for issues like anxiety, depression, and ADHD. This trend is no doubt due to the fact that interacting with…

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Indoor Office Plants: The Best Plants for a West-Facing Window

A west-facing window can be a blessing and a curse when it comes to indoor plants. A benefit is that the window receives a lot of direct sunlight, which is great for photosynthesis. However, because the window faces the setting sun, it can also create issues with temperature and humidity. So, what are the best…

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Key Pruning Terms to Help You Shape Up Your Garden

Pruning improves the appearance of practically any landscape tree or shrub, however, poor pruning can damage or substantially limit its landscaping potential. It’s critical to prune your favorite shrub or tree appropriately when the time comes. Deciduous trees should be pruned in the winter, while evergreen trees should be pruned after flowering to ensure a…

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8 Easy Container Plants to Grow From Seed

Choosing the right varieties is the key to successful container gardening. Growing container plants from seed is a great way to get your gardening fix when the garden is just getting started.  Before the last frost, most seeds will need to be sown indoors. By purchasing more seeds and fewer plants, you can save money…

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Your Essential Seed-Starting Glossary

Finding the right plants is an essential part of the interior and exterior décor for any establishment. But what do you do when you finally find the perfect plant, but no store around has it available? Settle for another plant that doesn’t have the same aesthetic you were looking for? We think not.  The old-fashioned…

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8 Palms for Breathtaking Landscapes

Every commercial space dreams of creating a tropical setting. A getaway designed right into the property often accentuated with elements like coconuts, sand and cocktails, properties achieve this. However, that’s not all palm trees are for. Palm trees can be incorporated into many different settings bringing the tropical vibe to the most mundane settings. Put…

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10 Tips for Beginning Gardeners

A great way to motivate your staff, promote teamwork and encourage participation is to start an outdoor garden. Apart from the numerous health benefits, adding plants to offices can be one of the finest ways to improve creativity and mood.  The best part is that it doesn’t have to be something big straightaway.  Even if…

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13 Common Gardening Mistakes and How to Avoid Them, According to Experts

All plant parents have the best intentions at heart. But gardening mishaps are all too common, and sometimes may seem inevitable.  So, how can you avoid making these gardening mistakes? Experts share a few tips. 13 Common, But Avoidable Gardening Mistakes Wrong Place, Wrong Plant Shade-loving plants shouldn’t be placed in the sun. And sun-loving…

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How to Take Care of Your Newly Planted Garden

A newly planted garden is like an infant. It requires love, care and skill. The task is very rewarding and not too hard. However, this is not a task you can undertake alone. While there’s a lot you can do, professional consultations by plant services are independensible in keeping your garden healthy and fresh.  You’ll…

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How to Grow Fiddle Leaf Fig

This tall tree with gorgeous green foliage is a crowd-pleaser. So much so that it has been crowned the “IT” plant of the design world by New York Times.  For all its beauty and popularity, the Fiddle Leaf Fig is actually a touchy plant that needs punctilious care. One wrong move and the plant goes…

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How to Grow Philodendron?

Lovely, low maintenance and well-suited for virtually every home and office location—philodendron is the perfect indoor plant. It’s also quite easy to grow, even if you’re new to gardening.   The word “philodendron” is a combination of Greek words “Philo” which means “love” and “dendron” which means “tree”. The literal meaning is “tree loving”, which…

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How to Choose the Right Plant Container

What do you need from a house? Adequate space, security, and access to the facilities you require, right? That’s pretty much what a plant seeks of its house—its container. Choosing the right plant container isn’t just a matter of aesthetics. Your plant’s survival and performance depend on it.   What’s the right size of container…

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How To Grow Dracaena

Dracaenas are some of the most beautiful and hardy plants that can thrive both indoors and outdoors. Not to mention, their gorgeous foliage makes any space stand out. No wonder you are looking for ways to grow it. Read on to find out the best way to grow a Dracaena and how to care for…

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Your Summer Watering Guide for Happy and Healthy Plants

Summers might not be the same everywhere across the world, but most plants need a different sort of watering schedule for this season. Want your plants to thrive and your landscape to remain green all through the year? Go through this definitive summer watering guide for happy and healthy plants. How Much To Water Your…

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biophilia in the new office space

Attract new customers, keep tenants happy and improve employee retention with a fresh take on biophilic design. This is your guide for budgeting big greenery projects and getting the most out of your investment.

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In the Media – Featured in Redfin

Plantscape Live was recently featured in an article on “11 Spring Gardening Ideas Sprouting in 2022”. The article lists off an abundance of ways to start thinking about creative spring gardening ideas. Now that spring is around the corner, one can completely refresh their space. From fruit trees to green walls to vertical gardens, there’s…

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7 Tips to Grow Pothos

Pothos is one the favorite indoor plants for commercial spaces like offices, malls, restaurants because it is easy to grow.  There are many varieties of lush, green live pothos plants available in the market. Here are the five varieties we recommend. Marble Queen Pole Pothos – The creamy green and white foliage is conducive to…

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The Secret Formula for Grouping Plants in a Pot

Grouping together a bunch of different plants is one of the most popular décor ideas for large flowerpots. A harmonious mix of different colors, textures, shapes and heights has endless design possibilities. Here are some examples:  Window boxes  Framing the front door  Near water bodies  Garden accent  Walkways  Colorful pots in interior and exterior spaces …

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7 Ideas for a Successful Indoor Garden

Indoor gardening is a process where plants are planted and grown indoors. However, we know how hard and boring that can be.  No one wants to see a small square devoted to plants in an indoor area. As property owners, you don’t want to spend extra time and money for something so dull. So, what…

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Why Invest in Live Bamboo Plants?

For thousands of years, bamboo has been a popular plant worldwide. And there are a host of reasons for its popularity. Bamboo plants are fast growers – up to a meter every day Bamboo plants harvest every year without replanting, after the first three years of growing Bamboo plants preserve the soil nutrients and prevent…

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How to Make an Indoor Plant Wall

Indoor plant walls make ideal decor for any space, regardless of size. Their high level of customizability makes them perfect for any room. Whether it be an office, restaurant, bar, hotel, or conference venue, an indoor plant wall will introduce greenery into the space and set a gorgeous and professional look. Here’s what you need…

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How You Can Start Indoor Gardening Now

Indoor gardens are best if you are short on space. Or if you don’t want to deal with the myriad problems of outdoor gardening. Problems such as weather, pests and weeds. If you are looking to start an indoor garden, take a closer look at what choices you have to make. Read on to find…

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10 Low-Maintenance Office Plants Ideas

Plants in offices can work miracles. They require minimal space, act as decor items and also have practical benefits.  A study showed that plants in workspace can reduce stress in employees significantly. They can also increase productivity by 15% and increase well being by 15%.  You also don’t have to put in too much work…

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How to Grow Philodendron Brasil

Popular, easy to grow and drop dead gorgeous, Philodendron Brasil is the perfect ornamental for indoor spaces both business and residential. Philodendron Brasil is prized for its carefree habit and dark green heart-shaped leaves. The leaves are adorned by splashes of lime green variegation that creates a striking resemblance to Brazil’s national flag. That’s actually what…

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Want to Rent Plants for Events – FAQs

You reap what you sow, right? Well, not always. Plants’ varied aesthetic and therapeutic benefits (décor, noise reduction, alleviation of stress, etc.) can be reaped without sowing even one. You can simply rent plants for events such as weddings, conventions, and parties.  Plant rental companies also offer plants for home and office décor, typically on…

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Learn How to Not Kill Your Plants with Too Much Water

Water is one of plants’ most crucial needs. All plants need it, even cacti. Too much water, however, can be just as fatal to plants as the dearth of it.   How can you ensure you don’t overwater and subsequently kill your plants? By developing a good understanding of these concepts:  How plants use water…

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15 Easy to Grow Plants That Thrive in Terrariums

Terrariums, a world of their own, are a thing of wonder. Enclosed in glass containers, terrariums are ideal for any green space. Yes, they are a little hard to grow. But if you choose the right live plants, your terrarium can be your mini greenhouse. Read on to find out 15 easy to grow plants…

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Pothos Vs. Philodendron: What’s The Difference?

Pothos and philodendron are both easy to take care of, thrive in almost any place, and have very few demands. They also look strikingly similar. That can make it incredibly confusing for new plant parents to differentiate between the two species. However, there are differences, and this is how you can spot them. What Makes…

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How to Grow Watermelon Peperomia

Native to the mossy forest floors of South American rainforests, the gorgeous Watermelon Peperomia is all the rage these days.  It’s easy to see why… With their watermelon patterned leaves (hence the name), deep purple stems, and shiny appearance, they truly are stunners.  Their compact size and color add to their universal charm as great…

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7 Signs You Need Plant Service and Maintenance

Live plants losing color, flowers, or foliage prematurely? It can be some minor issue you can fix yourself. Then again, it can be something serious and totally beyond your level of expertise. Either way, making the wrong move can get your plants killed.    How do you tell whether a problem can be handled on…

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How to Use Plants in Interior Design?

Before a word more, 4 interesting facts for you to mull over: Indoor plants increase productivity by up to 15%. The absence of nature and natural light in workplaces leads to 10% of sick leaves.  Looking at the color green (remind us, what’s the predominant color in the indoor plants again?) for two seconds boosts…

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10 Beautiful Native Plants to Enliven Winter Gardens

Winters. That time of the year when everything seems so dreary. Even mundane tasks demand willpower. And the garden also becomes lifeless. You keep asking yourself, “How can I bring my beloved garden back to life?” This guide tells you how.  There are a large number of native plants that would create a beautiful garden…

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10 Best Indoor Plants For Purer Air

In 1989, a NASA study found that some houseplants are good at purifying indoor air. They remove toxic compounds from air like benzene, ammonia and formaldehyde. Which are these? Take a look at the 10 best indoor plants for purer air, and how you can care for them. Spider Plants  One of the best indoor…

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How to Get Rid of Spider Mites on Indoor Plants?

Spider mites are among the world’s most common and destructive house plant pests.  These herbivorous insects are just about 0.9-1.25 mm long. To the naked eye, they’re but small, mobile dots. These dots can be red, white, tan or black. Quite easy to overlook and underestimate.  Spider mites are capable of causing extensive damage. That…

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How To Care For Your Houseplants In The Spring?

Spring is the most exciting season for houseplants. The season when plants begin to grow and flowers start to bloom. This is because the increasing temperature and humidity with longer days creates a conducive environment for the plants’ growth.  This means you have to be extra vigilant during the spring, especially for commercial properties. There…

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How to Grow Indoor Plants?

Indoor plants are nature’s blessing. Not only do they make the space look brighter and more pleasant, they have many practical benefits. They enhance moods, increase creativity and productivity by up to 15% in offices. They also absorb toxins from the air and give you clean air to breathe in. They almost sound too good…

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How to Plant Succulents Indoors

Succulents are beautiful plants to incorporate in your space. They can tolerate dry, indoor conditions and don’t need much watering. They don’t require expensive fertilizers and they look like art objects. Their robust leaves and stems in different shades of green can capture anyone’s gaze. So, if you’re planning on planting succulents indoors, go for…

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How to Take Care of Snake Plant Indoors

For an easy-care indoor plant, you can’t get a deal better than that offered by a snake plant. A snake plant is a resilient succulent that requires the least care when grown indoors. With their hardiness and striking lines, they’re perfect houseplants for even the black thumbs to show off. Native to Southern Africa, these…

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How to Use Grow Lights for Indoor Plants

Indoor plants need at least six hours of sunlight each day.  Without proper sunlight, even the low-maintenance indoor plants suffer from a lack of chlorophyll in plant leaves. The phenomenon leads to leaves turning pale.  Furthermore, the little sunlight forces even the best indoor plants to conserve energy by not producing flowers. Indoor plants never…

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How to Make Potting Soil for Indoor Plants

Is potting soil real soil? No, it is not. Potting soil is an alternative to the actual soil to grow indoor plants. It is lightweight and retains moisture well. Patio containers or hanging baskets can easily bear the weight of potting soil. Apart from growing plants, potting mix is used for seeds and to grow…

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Are Succulents Indoor or Outdoor Plants?

Like all other plants, a succulent’s natural habitat is outside, in the wild. But does that mean succulents should only be grown outside? No. Then, what exactly are succulents? Are they indoor or outdoor plants? Well, they can be both. In this guide, you’ll know how. And you’ll know which succulents are ideal for your…

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Must Have Indoor Plants in 2022

Whether you’re the type of person who thinks they can kill a cactus, or if you have a natural green thumb, there’s guaranteed to be something on this list for you. WebMD.com, with help from the Indiana Medical History Museum, has published findings that outline a few benefits of keeping indoor plants: They act as…

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Low Maintenance Tall Indoor Plants

Looking for a tall houseplant to liven up a drab area, obstruct a peeping Tom’s gaze, or simply add a splash of color to your space? Wonder no further.  In this guide, expect an introduction to some amazing low-maintenance, tall indoor plants. They can all grow to be up to 6 feet tall inside with…

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Best Indoor Tree Plants 2022

Indoor trees are a commitment. There’s no two ways about it. Even if you aren’t an avid gardener, once you bring a plant into your life, you’ll want to see it thrive. Since a plant can’t openly communicate what it needs, you’ll need infinite patience.  Our advice – don’t jump right to a tricky plant,…

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8 Principles of Designing Focal Point

Let’s start at the beginning (unlike literally every other blog post on this topic). By definition, focal point interior design is the process of making a “showpiece” out of something that catches your eye — and your customers’ too. The thing is, many people end up just putting something flashy in the center of their…

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Designing Social Spaces with Plants- 8 Ideas

Have you ever walked into a hotel lobby or an office break room and felt happier, livelier?  That’s why modern interior designers integrate biophilic elements when designing social spaces like office break areas, cafes, hotels, or spas.  Adding just a bit of shrubbery to a drab setting can instantly improve the aesthetics of a room…

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Spring Plant Re-Potting FAQs

Repotting plants is an integral part of potted plants’ care. It keeps them happy, healthy and, at times, is the only way to keep them alive.  Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about repotting: Should I repot plants after buying? How does repotting plants benefit them? When to repot plants after buying?…

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Peperomia – 2022 Houseplant of the Year

Searching for the most trending, easy to grow or versatile indoor plant around? Peperomia is the winner on all counts. Selected “Houseplant of the year 2022” by the National Garden Bureau (NGB), peperomia plant is beautiful, demands little upkeep and is virtually pest free.   Peperomia Plants: A Quick Introduction  Peperomia belongs to the Piperaceae…

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How to Get Rid of Gnats on Indoor Plants

Critters, especially the minuscule ones, seem to have an affinity for the human face. Fungus gnats are no different.  Gnats are tiny black insects that fly around plants. The adult gnats lay their eggs on damp soil, which then also becomes their source of food.  Aha! So we know what causes gnats — damp soil. …

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How Often Should You Water Indoor Plants

Every human needs three square meals a day to survive. With potted plants, the story is a little different.  Each genus within a family of plants can have precise watering requirements. The easiest way to kill a plant is not to water it properly.  Example: new plant owners may end up giving the same amount…

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8 Best Indoor Plants that Don’t Need Sunlight

Office plants, like team building activities and other employee morale techniques, make an office livable. Plants, according to a 2014 research, increase productivity and help organizations retain personnel. “Indoor plants at an office help decrease weariness during attention-demanding work,” a 2011 study says.  According to scientists, staring at greenery can have a healing impact whether…

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Trending Small Office Plants in 2022

“Plants give us oxygen for the lungs and the soul.” — Terri Guillemets. People tend to have a bittersweet relationship with their office spaces: it’s where they make a living, but the place can get a tad bit monotonous after a while. The perfect way to freshen up the place would be to include a…

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9 Best Indoor Decorative Plants 2022

Plants are always a good idea for interiors. Aside from brightening up a space, they help reduce stress and boost air quality.  At the same time, we understand the apprehension about being a plant parent, scared that you’d end up with a collection of dead foliage. But if you still aspire to be one, there…

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How to Care for a Peace Lily Plant Indoors

If you’re planning to add plants indoors, Peace Lily could be the best choice. It’s one of the top 10 plants that can effectively clean the air in your office or commercial space. Also, people seem to love it because it is easy to handle indoors.  Lily plants also have white spathe bracts, which thus…

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How to Get Rid of Bugs on Indoor Plant

Getting rid of bugs on indoor plants takes little investigation, action plan for elimination, and consistent follow-up.  Though it sounds daunting, it is a lot easier when done according to an indoor plant care guide, which you are now about to get. Identifying the source to get rid of bugs on indoor plants Isolate the…

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What Are Good Indoor Plants?

A reduction in employee stress levels. Higher productivity. Enhanced focus. Better air quality in the office. All these, and much more, are the benefits of having indoor plants in the office, as per research. You too have plans to decorate your office interiors with some much-needed greenery, but you are not born with a green…

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The Therapeutic Value Of Caring For Plants

Urban dwellers spend up to 90% of their time indoors.  Furthermore, 80% of US adolescents and adults aren’t physically active as well. The result? Anxiety, depression, heart diseases, and diabetes, among other health problems.  The solution? Horticulture therapy or plant care therapy. In this article, we’re going to discuss eight therapeutic values of caring for…

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How to Take Care of Indoor Plants

A few interesting facts for you to ponder… According to a recent Terrapin Bright Green report, customers were willing to pay 15 to 25% more for goods bought from a “green” retail store.  The American Society for Horticultural Science found that people with plants in their workspace were less likely to suffer from “sick building…

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10 Medium Light Plants And Where To Put Them

Medium-light plants are easy to care for. A perfect fit for your home. Case 1: You get a plant which requires bright light. But then there is the worry of winter months and cloudy days. If the light is bright, it might not be direct or it might be too much. It is very hard…

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10 Indoor Plants for High Light Conditions

It can be a challenge to find indoor plants that can thrive in commercial spaces. One of the biggest issues that people face is getting the lighting right. Inadequate light conditions can hinder the growth of indoor plants and even shorten their lifespan. If you are looking for indoor plants for a bright sunny office,…

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10 Indoor Plants for Low Light Conditions

Decorating your space with plants is an inviting proposition. And you are looking forward to it. But there is a concern here. Does your room have enough light to support the upkeep of these plants? Light is generous in south-facing rooms. On the contrary, east and west-facing rooms have lesser light and north-facing rooms, even…

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Science Of Biophilic Workspace Design – Explained

A stark and drab workplace.  Falling productivity.  Drooping employee morale.  Increasing sick leaves.  All of these are causes for concern to employers everywhere. And while there might be many remedies for them, one simple way is to introduce greenery in the office. Modern office spaces are incorporating newer elements of interior design. And an abundance…

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How to Use Trophy Trees in Home Décor

A lot of deep-pocketed homeowners are exploring the new raging trophy trees to mark their social insignia. All up and ready to shell big bucks for a lush, structural décor without waiting for it to grow on site.  To make a head start introducing indoor plants in office spaces or simply to mitigate a large-scale…

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Top 9 Focal Point Landscaping Trends

A large garden filled with dozens of plant species is stunning to look at. But if the plants are chosen without thought, the place will look confusing.  A garden is a planned space whose primary purpose is for display. You need to guide the viewers on where to look. This is where focal point landscaping…

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Corporate Interior Greenery Design: 15 Ideas

Research suggests that employees who work in a green environment fare better than others. They: Maintain a level of well-being that is 15% higher Are 6% more productive Are 15% more creative No wonder that more and more offices are exploring the concept of biophilia and moving on to make their offices greener. Introduction and…

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Why Hire Horticulture Plant Services?

Horticulture plant services can be lifesavers, not only for your plants but for your people.  Plants completely transform your space. They turn offices into creative spaces, libraries into ideation chambers, and malls into retail heavens.  Plants, moss, trees, and shrubs are indispensable—whether indoor or outdoor. Why you ask? When you are surrounded by greenery, your…

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Indoor Plant Care and Maintenance: 8 FAQs

Taking care of an indoor plant can be tricky. Especially, if you have never owned one before. Over the years, in the interior plantscape business, we have learned that the secret to plant care and maintenance is understanding each plant in depth. Each plant has different needs. But if you’re handling a large space with many…

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Indoor Healing Garden Plants You Should Surround Yourself With

Did you know that lavender, known for its lilac petals and calming aroma, is also a great stress-reliever?  Sure you’d agree that houseplants are vital for pretty and healthy living spaces.  Lavender is just one; in this guide, we’ll reveal 12 more affordable, potent, and pretty plants for your indoor healing gardens.  Note: We’ve shortlisted…

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15 Plants For Indoor Atrium Garden Design

Incorporating the right plants into your indoor atrium garden design can take quite a bit of planning. Be it your office, hotel lobby, mall, or any commercial space, here’s a roundup of 15 plants that can bedazzle your indoor atrium garden. But before that, let’s dive into some… Indoor atrium garden design considerations Before you…

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12 Small Potted Green Plants to Spruce Up Your Space

NASA has confirmed indoor plants remove up to 87% of air toxins within 24 hours.  Furthermore, indoor plants improve productivity and concentration by up to 15%.  Both these facts make indoor plants a perfect addition to workspaces. However, you won’t get much space in workspaces. Thus, small potted greenery is the best choice. These are…

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15 Plants to Add Life to Your Cafe

Want to brighten up your cafe? You need some of these 15 popular potted plants. They’ll freshen up your decor, enhance your patrons’ mood, and compel them to click a few for the gram. Here are our 15 favorites for cafes. ZZ Plants The ZZ plant (Zamioculcas Xamiifolia) has wide, waxy, dark green leaves. It…

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Restaurant Wall Design

If done right, restaurant walls designed with green ivy or vines can produce feelings of warmth and calm. Biophilic design is the new trend applauded by most restaurant owners. It aligns with the visual statement that millennials like to set on their Instagram handles. Besides, it makes people connect deeply to the natural environment. Green…

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Restaurant Logo Design

If the customers stay glued to their phones instead of checking out your restaurant logo, you miss out on establishing the brand image. Live plants offer the perfect solution. In the next five minutes, learn three ways to use live plants in enhancing your restaurant logo design.   Live plants enhancing your restaurant logo design —…

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Welcome Plants

Don’t build a workspace cluttered with inanimate objects. Instead, walk into one filled with vitality, one that welcomes you with greenery. Building a creative workspace is more than stacking one brick on top of the other. Create a space that uplifts your employees, clients, and you. There is no better way to accomplish this than…

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Hotel Lobby Designs

Most guests form their first impression of lodging by a cursory glance of its lobby. That is why it’s of paramount importance that the hotel lobby design syncs with the personality of the onlooker. It may seem impossible with generic designs. However, a hotel lobby designed with live plants would look aesthetic to almost everyone….

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Interior Garden Ideas To Liven Up Your Workspace

Apart from the undeniable aesthetic value, plants, induce the well-being of the mind and body. An interior garden simply creates a breathable aura amidst the burst of green foliage, a perfect complement to any space! While there are countless DIY projects to steer your imagination, let’s show you some fairly simple and fun interior garden…

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Stunning Courtyard Design Ideas

Palm trees evoke feelings of relaxation and peace; feelings that make you forget your worries for a while. Indoors, palm trees spread positivity. That is why indoor palm trees look elite and feel calming in an office courtyard design. There are more than 2600 species of palm trees, and most of them thrive in bright…

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5 Exterior Landscape Design Tips To Transform Your Beer Garden

Whether you own a tiny 200 square feet front lawn or have an extensive one-acre garden, exterior landscape design can completely modify your property. Transform the patch of green and you would never want to go indoors again. Few experiences are as sublime as dining and drinking on a Friday night, amidst other revelers, at…

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4 Awesome Plants To Include In Your Courtyard Design

Courtyards serve many functional purposes including cooking, sleeping, and being a place to keep animals. Today, the space has evolved from that and turned into a place primarily for relaxing and experiencing a bit of the outdoor world. One of the most popular elements of a courtyard design is plants. If you’re looking for small…

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Top 4 Beautiful Rooftop Trees For Your Terrace

More buildings mean less space for greenery on the ground. What can we do about this? Relocate the garden a couple of hundred feet above the ground of course. Rooftop trees and gardens date back to the Mesopotamian civilization in the 4th millennium BC. Recently, though, they’ve made a comeback to increase the green cover…

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4 Stunning Indoor Plant Displays For Your Home

What’s not to love about indoor plants? They spruce up your home, bring in tons of fresh air, elevate your mood, banish your stress, and whatnot. Whether you’re a first-time indoor plant buyer or an indoor plant aficionado, you can draw inspiration from these 4 quirky ideas for indoor plant displays. Tabletop Indoor Plant Displays…

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Why Are Plants Important?

We inhabit an artificial world with little to enthuse our senses. A little greenery, an anthurium here, and a jade plant there, work wonders. As life gets more stressful, many are turning to plants for green therapy. Why are plants important? There is nothing more charming than a fresh green frond of an areca palm…

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Interiorscapes

You cannot have enough plants in your home décor. From cheering up your room to cleaning the indoor air, from breathing life in the setting to making any dull corner interesting, plants with their array of shapes, colors, sizes add so much value to the design scheme. Creating eye-catching, impressive interiorscapes does not require a…

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