Browse Sections

Houseplants

Houseplants Feature Writer: Susan Walsh

Houseplants are not only fun to grow and great interior decor, but they also help clean the air we breathe. An increasing awareness about the dangers of indoor air pollution have made houseplants more popular than ever.

Learn how to have a bit of the outdoors inside with growing tips, plant profiles,pest prevention and treatment guides, and much more. From African Violets to Zebra Plants, if it's about houseplants you'll find it here.

Enjoy my latest articles!


Feature Writer Articles in Houseplants

Gift Ideas For Houseplant Lovers
The holidays may be over but there are plenty of other gift giving occasions ahead-Easter, graduations, birthdays and more. Here is a gift guide for plant lovers.
Springtime Prep for Houseplants
Spring has sprung and that means a new growing season. Here are some tips and tricks to getting houseplants ready for the longer, brighter days of spring.
Wacky Houseplant Gadgets
Even houseplants are going hi-tech these days, but is it really necessary or is simple still best? Here's a look at some new houseplant related gadgets.
Gardening Quotes and Wisdom
Gardens and plants have inspired poets and writers for centuries. Here's some of the best quotes and sayings about gardening and gardeners, indoor and out!
More Houseplants You Can Eat
Space in the urban garden is usually quite limited, but don't despair. You can harvest a bounty of veggies and even some fruits indoors! Here's how.


Contributing Articles in Houseplants

Interesting Combinations of House Plants
A British paper alleged that the Dutch were too poor to afford curtains, therefore they crowded their windowsills with plants, but this is not true.
The Ponytail Palm
This unusual plant is popular with many people as a houseplant but when it grows too big and heavy needs to be given a home outdoors.
How to Repot Phalaenopsis Orchid
Repotting orchids looks daunting but is very easy. Simply gather supplies, remove the old pot, prune dead roots, repot the orchid with new medium, and relabel the orchid.
Care for Phalaenopsis Orchid
If attention is paid to proper light levels, watering, temperatures, potting medium, relative humidity levels, and fertilization, caring for Phalaenopsis orchids is easy.
The Art of Bonsai
Unassuming to look at, ostensibly simple to create, there is more to bonsai than meets the eye.
Best Houseplants to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Specific houseplants have been shown to have the capability of absorbing harmful gases and chemicals, quietly improving indoor air quality while adding a touch of beauty.
Caring for the Cyclamen
The Cyclamen is one of the most beautiful plants to enliven a home, inside or out, but knowing its preferences are key to success in raising one.
How to Keep Your House Plants Healthy
Healthy house plants help reduce air pollution and look fabulous. Discover how to spot problems and the do's and don'ts of keeping your indoor plants alive and thriving.
Houseplant Powerhouse Boosts Indoor Air Quality
Spider plants are wonderful houseplants for any home. As well as bringing beauty to a room, spider plants are always quietly working to improve indoor air quality.
Moth Orchid Care
The commonly available moth orchid will grow well in the home if the light, water and temperature are properly regulated.
Buy a Houseplant For a Healthier Home
This easy guide to indoor plants provides a fresh look at how and why houseplants improve air quality and tells you which plant varieties work best to remove pollutants
A Houseplant that Adds Unusual Beauty
This unusual plant is a close relative of the Asparagus Fern, but has a very delicate, soft appearance. It is valued for its use with floral arrangements.
Top 10 Low-Maintenence Houseplants for an Office
Working in a typical office setup can become mundane. By adding a low maintenence houseplant, your workspace will be less drab and become the envy of the office.
How to Grow Indoor Plants
Growing indoor plants helps to keep the air in your home clean and fresh. Pretty houseplants will brighten up a room and help to ward off those winter blues.
Grow Lights for Plants
Depending on the application, high pressure sodium, metal halide, fluorescent, or LED lights are all good choices for growing plants indoors.

;