Boston Fern CareOf all the ferns suitable for indoor growing, the Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata ‘Bostoniensis’) is one of the easiest to grow successfully. Unlike other ferns that struggle in the dry air common to many homes, the Boston fern...

Grow Gorgeous Topiary IndoorsGrowing plants indoors is even more fun when you create topiaries. With decorative shapes fashioned out of plants, you can test your green thumb on a variety of topiary options, including hearts, spirals, hoops, ovals,...

The Houseplant Handbook It’s always a welcome surprise when a book lives up to its name. After all, it’s hard to sum upeverything about a book in just a few words. The Houseplant Handbook: Basic GrowingTechniques and a Directory...

House Jungle: Turn Your Home Into a Plant-Filled ParadiseWhat happens when an illustrator writes a houseplant book? You get House Jungle: Turn Your Home Into a Plant-Filled Paradise by Annie Dornan-Smith—a visually appealing, easy-to-follow guide for...

Space Age Indoor Growing with AeroGardenImagine growing fresh vegetables and herbs indoors, just like on a Star Trek spaceship! With the AeroGarden, you can enjoy a high-tech, indoor garden that’s easy to use and produces a lush variety of plants all...

Rain, Snow, Come Inside: Using Skywater for Happy Houseplants When it rains or snows, your houseplants have a special treat waiting! Rain and snow, or “skywater,” are packed with natural benefits for your indoor garden. Skywater contains a dilute...

Grow a Prolific Indoor Kitchen GardenSummer is almost here if you live in the Western Hemisphere! It’s the perfect time to enjoy some homegrown produce. Even with only indoor space, you can grow a variety of vegetables by following a few essential...

Finding a Place to Pot UpNo, I’m not talking about that kind of potting up! (Although, who knows, maybe the same rules apply.) I’m referring to creating a dedicated space in your home where you can comfortably pot plants, treat ailing ones, and do...

The Houseplant HandbookI love it when a book lives up to its name. The Houseplant Handbook: Basic Growing Techniques and a Directory of 300 Everyday Houseplants does just that. This 224-page book provides everything you need to grow healthy, prolific...

Time to Bring Your Houseplants in for WinterYou Can Grow That!Vacation is officially over for your houseplants! Now that cooler weather has arrived, it’s time to move them back indoors. Once nighttime temperatures dip to 45 degrees Fahrenheit or...