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  • HOW NOT TO KILL YOUR REX BEGONIA

    Nicknamed “the showboats of the begonia world” by The American Begonia Society  “Rex Cultorum Begonias ” are a must for anyone willing to flex their creative muscles by adding more texture and vibrant colors to their space. Especially if you want to introduce some jewel-toned accents to your otherwise green botanical decor. Discovered in 1856  among a shipment of orchids from Assam, India, to England, rex begonias have been gathering…

  • HOW NOT TO KILL YOUR FIDDLE LEAF FIG

    The  Ficus Lyrata, or fiddle-leaf fig is such a beautiful and popular houseplant, that if you have not heard about it by now, move the rock 😛 😛 . Its stunning foliage and compact growing habit make it the perfect edition for everyone who love to grow a tree indoors. Despite its popularity, that has left many of us “fiddle-leaf fatigued” it also has gained quite the reputation for being…

  • How not to kill your miniature roses

    I have been in love with roses ever since I can remember, nothing has enchanted me more than their elegant and sophisticated design. And while they are too big for my apartment, I have turned to the miniature hybrids to satisfy my need for fresh uncut roses all year round, only to watch them wither and die just as quickly as their cut brethren. So, what gives? Miniature roses, despite…

  • Why I love Phalaenopsis orchids

    There’s no secret that from the point of view of popularity and ease of access, that phalaenopsis orchids, especially the complex hybrids, are one of the most mass produced artificial epiphytic plants out there. Found in more homes around the world than probably any other orchid or houseplant, these elegant beauties stand the test of time thanks to the diverse selection of colors, shapes, fragrances, sizes, patterns and, of course, ease of…