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english ivy

How to Care for English Ivy

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English ivy (hedera helix) is known for its easy home growth and its versatility. The plant can withstand numerous environments, even if it is forgotten for some time. It is popular due to its vine-like nature. It can climb terraces or textured surfaces, be hung from a basket or a bookshelf, and can be woven into specific shapes and designs.

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8 Reasons to Have a Houseplant in Your Home or Office

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Hosting indoor plants in your home is a great way to enjoy flora year-round. It can boost your mood, purify the air, and some may provide food for your family table.

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venus flytrap

Do Blue Venus Flytraps Exist?

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Venus Flytraps are the most popular and easily recognized carnivorous plant in the world. Spring green in their natural habitat, domestication has allowed for some variation to their original green. Some popular cultivars are red-bearing names like Red Dragon, Red Burgundy, Red Sunset, and Royal Red. In addition to red Venus Flytraps, the internet hosts many websites claiming to sell blue, and sometimes purple, plants. Is it true? Could this ever-so-popular plant also be available in these unusual colors?

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bird of paradise plant

How to Care for a Bird of Paradise Plant

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So named because of its close resemblance to the avian Bird of Paradise, the Bird of Paradise Flower has grown in popularity as a houseplant, particularly in areas where there is an abundance of natural sunlight. The blooms of this plant are highly prized for their beauty and complexity. In its home of South Africa, this plant is called the Crane Flower.

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