I have a confession to make. I can’t resist checking the “discounted plant” aisle at the grocery store. Last summer, I spotted an aloe plant there for 99 cents. Honestly, it looked so pitiful it probably wasn’t worth a quarter. Its leaves were shriveled, the color was more brown than green, and it sat slumped…
Air Plants: For Those Who Love Plants But Can’t Keep Them Alive
Do you have a brown thumb? Does every plant you touch seem to wither despite your best intentions? Don’t worry; you’re not alone, and there’s hope! Let me introduce you to the air plant —nature’s gift to the plant-challenged. These unusual, low-maintenance plants thrive on neglect (well, almost) and are perfect for those who forget…
Bringing Your Houseplants in for the Winter
Finally!, The weather in Georgia has started to cool down. I didn’t think we were going to have a fall season after the horribly hot, dry summer we experienced. But, the nights have started to cool down, and temperatures have started dipping into the 40’s. It’s time to bring your houseplants in for the winter….