Learn to grow a green thumb and become the confident plant parent you’ve always wanted to be! Engineer and plant parent for more than thirty years, Raffaele Di Lallo knows that the world of houseplants can be full of confusing myths and conflicting care advice. But, as a master problem solver, Di Lallo is here to teach you that your own two eyes are your best source for reconciling every plant problem. His surprisingly simple observational practices and an understanding of key habitat and care concepts will make any reader feel like a plant whisperer. From choosing the right plants for your home and perfecting light and humidity levels to mastering watering, potting, and propagation, Di Lallo demystifies every aspect of plant parenting. He provides handy case studies and advice for troubleshooting common mistakes, such as yellowing leaves and overwatering, that help readers develop their own problem-solving skills. Complete with profiles of favorite and lesser-known houseplants, this book is a veritable bible of houseplant care tips for all levels of green thumb.
What a delight it is to harvest fresh herbs from pots lining your kitchen windowsills. No wonder then that so many people grow certain herbs as houseplants, even if only as temporary ones. All, including many scented-leaf geraniums ...
This is your guide to every stage of plant parenting for beginners, from identifying exactly what's in the pot to keeping it in check when it grows too well!
If you love the idea of keeping houseplants, but struggle to care for them, you’ll find solace and invaluable advice in this comprehensive guide from expert gardener Barbara Pleasant.
This guide is just what you need to transform your home into a leafy green paradise.
In addition to plant profiles with concise information on water, light, and blooming times, this gorgeous book includes tips on care, maintenance, and ideas for combining houseplants in eye-catching indoor displays.
The Unexpected Houseplant, by renowned plant authority Tovah Martin, isn't your typical, old-fashioned, dowdy houseplant book.
" With information on plant care, propagation, pests and diseases, pruning, and problem-solving, The Practical Houseplant Book is the essential guide for indoor gardeners.
"A guide to selecting and growing plants for your home, including a plant profile quiz"--
Individual profiles for the top 50 houseplants that grow in low-light conditions, with information on care, size, cultivars, and pet safety DIY ideas for how to make the most of the limited light, with targeted advice based on which ...
Basil needs more warmth than the other herbs and is very definitely an annual—it will grow on for its season and then die. It can be bought as a small plant or grown from seeds. Simply sprinkle the seeds on to the surface of some ...