Repost from Redfin – Mike Cahill. Thank you for featuring my plant tip! Incorporating plants into your home decor can be one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to bring life to your space. Not only that but they have also been found to provide a variety of mood-boosting qualities and health benefits that…
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Water vs Waterlogged Soil
Many people ask ‘How can plants live in water but die in waterlogged soil?’Well, putting it simply, it all comes down to Oxygen.Oxygen is crucial for root & plant growth, without it, plants will not survive. Healthy soil is full of microorganisms, which are beneficial for soil & plant health, but which also need oxygen…
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Plant Profiles: Philodendron xanadu
This tropical evergreen is a perfect addition to any well-lit home. Its upright growth and bushy foliage, lush up any dull empty corner or wall. Previously called Philodendron Winterbourn, it was rechristened ‘xanadu’ by the Houseplants of Australia in 1988.Since becoming the plant of 1988 in Australia, its popularity has grown, and can be found…
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Plant Profile: Philodendron xanadu
This tropical evergreen is a perfect addition to any well-lit home. Its upright growth and bushy foliage, lush up any dull empty corner or wall. Previously called Philodendron Winterbourn, it was rechristened ‘xanadu’ by the Houseplants of Australia in 1988.Since becoming the plant of 1988 in Australia, its popularity has grown, and can be found…
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Lets Talk Dirt(y)!
Planting has seen many changes over the past few years, from potting in just plain soil to planting in leca.Today I’ll be doing a brief overview on the difference between garden soil & potting mix. I’ll also mention two local options available in Mauritius & where to find them. What is soil? A direct definition…
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What is the Houseplant Diaries?
The Houseplant Diaries started as a personal blog, showcasing my plant collection and interior plant design, but has grown into a ‘one-stop-shop’ for plant care, plant design & plant sourcing.Hop over to the blog for all the planty content, or visit ‘Plant nurseries’ for your online plant-sourcing directory. Have a plant related question(s)? I am…
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