The origin of the belief that some homes are not suited to houseplant culture is difficult to explain. Consider the case of the aspidistra. This old-fashioned foliage plant has been nicknamed the cast-iron plant because it rates the No. 1 spot among plants with a reputation for ruggedness and survival under conditions detrimental to other … Read more
Interior decorators and architects in search of bold plants to harmonize with modern designs have found that large Monsteras, cut-leaf Philodendrons, and glossy Rubber Plants are ideal for their purposes. But they, like many home gardeners, stayed away from Sansevierias (now classified as a Dracaena) except for the one often brushed off as “the ubiquitous” … Read more
Snake plants are long-lived, easy to grow, striking in appearance, and great for your indoor air quality. They are a great choice for people who struggle to care for house plants, those who want better air indoors, and those who enjoy using plants to accentuate the architecture and style of their home. There’s simply nothing … Read more