Learn how to create a beautiful outdoor plant holder as a centerpiece to your outdoor dinning table, or as decor on your deck! This easy little project will elevate your outdoor space and add charm. I wanted a way to frame all my stunning planters with their gorgeous marbling. And really, what better way to […]
Fool Proof Ways To Grow An Avocado Plant From Seed
Often I’ve heard how amazed people are that I’ve had so much success growing avocado plants from seeds. I think it is because the old toothpick-over-water method is such a hit or miss. So far I’ve had 95% success with sprouting avocado pits with the method I’m going to share today. I can’t take credit for coming up with it…who knows […]
7 Ways To Get Cheap or Free Plants
Let’s be honest, buying plants isn’t the cheapest hobby. Especially if you are on a mission to become the next “plant lady” (plant guy?). Houseplants can be a pretty penny, and then there is no guarantee you aren’t going to just end up killing it. Well today I’m sharing 7 ways I get free or nearly free […]
Favorite Easy-To-Propagate Plants
After spending tons of money on houseplants that promptly began to die the moment they entered my ‘black thumb’ residence, I decided to propagate my own plants. Check out my tips on Plant Care For The Black Thumb, where I also share how I re-evaluated what kind of plants work best for my lifestyle. These plants below are the ones […]
Plant Care For The Black Thumb
Plant care doesn’t have to be a mystery, and “black thumbs” are that way for a reason…usually a valid one. Don’t ignore the signs, here’s what you need to know. When Plant Care Goes Terribly Wrong Plants are the next big decorating trend, and it’s one I’m all for joining! What could go wrong adding […]
10 Ways To Keep Plants Watered On Vacation
Use these simple methods to keep your plants watered while away on long trips and vacation! Vacation watering methods can be easier than you think. Care for indoor plants while travelling doesn’t have to be dependent on your closest neighbor. *Affiliate links below contained below! How To Keep Plants Alive On Long Trips I am going away on vacation […]
How To Create The Perfect Spring Garden
I spend half the year being excited for spring! It is my favorite season, and it couldn’t come a moment too soon. Then again, sometimes spring needs just a little help to add that perfect pop of color, or bring about some beautiful spring flowers. This was exactly the case with my sad little patch off […]
DIY Vertical Wall Planter
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Faux Moss & Succulent Terrarium
I have been adding more and more greenery to my house. Besides the benefit of cleaning the air, I love to have little of the outdoors brought in, especially when the fall and winter season turns everything outside golden. That being said, apparently I have a black thumb, because I keep killing each house plant […]
