Using House Plants in Feng Shui
Feng Shui is a long-established Chinese decorating style that takes into account the different “energies” that shapes and materials can bring into a space. According to the feng shui tradition, you want to have a balance of energies, or chi, in your workspace and home. The balance of energy is called yin yang. Five different […]
Transplanting House Plants in Your Yard and Garden
When you take good care of your house plants, they grow bigger and bigger. Eventually they get so big that you may want to move them outdoors. How do you transplant your house plants into your yard or garden? 1. Know your zone. What’s your local climate like? Temperature, rainfall, and winter snowfall are all…
Valentine Flowers for Men – Great Gift Idea or Bad Plan?
Traditionally, we think of Valentine’s Day as a holiday for women. Commercials and pop-up ads urge men to shower their wives and girlfriends with jewelry, candy, and most importantly, flowers. Seems a little one-sided! What about women who want to give a cute Valentine’s gift to a husband or boyfriend? And what about choices for…
Indoor Plants Clean Up Indoor Air Pollution & Improve Air Quality
Plants look great and make us feel relaxed and productive — but can they also improve our health? Like living filters, house plants can clean up indoor air pollution. What is indoor air pollution? Some indoor air pollution is obvious, like cigarette smoke or fuel fumes. It’s not too difficult to eliminate those from your…
Are Christmas Plants Safe for Cats & Dogs? Facts about Poinsettia, Holly & More
The Giving Plants team is crazy about plants, but we know that all plants are not right for all households. Some plants can be toxic to our furry friends. Among the popular Christmas plants, which ones are safe around cats and dogs, and which might cause a frantic trip to the vet? Poinsettia: The bright…