Summer may be drawing to a close, but you don’t have to bid the beach goodbye altogether. The Coastal Grandmother decor, social media’s latest obsession, can add cozy seaside luxury to your living space year-round. Inspired by the likes of Ina Garten, Martha Stewart, and Nancy Meyers, this design philosophy finds elegance in the everyday. … Read more
A well-loved tropical vine, known as contribo herb, is highly regarded for its various medicinal purposes. Across Central and South America, this unique plant has been used for centuries to treat a variety of health conditions and is still used in a similar fashion today. While many locals will praise this natural healer and online … Read more
Most people would choose red or pink if asked to associate strawberries with a color. The association between strawberries and the color red is so strong that food manufacturers started coloring their raspberry-flavored products blue to avoid confusion. However, strawberries come in several colorful varieties besides red. In fact, you may have seen shiny, jet-black … Read more
There are so many captivating, low-maintenance varieties of Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) on the market that can grace your home or office. Some are readily available, like Golden Pothos. Some you have to search a bit for, like Jessenia Pothos, and some are rare and harder to find, like the Teruno series of Pothos. Teruno varieties … Read more
Chamomile is well known for its pleasant and comforting taste as an herbal tea, but did you know it’s also an excellent addition to the garden? Just imagine dainty white and yellow flowers swaying in the breeze, nuzzled between clambering cucumber vines and vibrant green lettuce heads. Not only do its lovely little flowers create … Read more
Terrariums have captivated plant lovers as a way of incorporating greenery in interior spaces. The glass containers house miniature ecosystems, including a variety of plants, soil, rocks, and decorative elements. As one of the most popular houseplants, it is no surprise that Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a favored choice in terrarium creations. Pothos Plant Profile … Read more
Lemon Meringue Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Lemon Meringue’) is an exciting new variety that houseplant enthusiasts will love for its beauty and easy care. It was discovered by grower Mike Rimland in Miami, Florida, and patented ¹ by Costa Farms in August 2022. Lemon Meringue is a sport, or mutation, of Global Green Pothos that looks … Read more
Ferns are one of nature’s treasures with their feathery leaves filling the understory of forests across North, Central, and South America. While ferns are a well-known plant, some ferns stand out amongst their relatives. This isn’t due to their appearance or stature; rather, it’s because of their incredible health benefits as medicinal herbs. There are … Read more
Donkey’s Tail, or Burro’s Tail, Sedum morganianum, is a delightful little succulent in the Stonecrop family, Crassulaceae. It is native to Mexico and Honduras and can live happily outdoors in USDA zones 9 to 11, but it is typically grown as an easy-care, easy-to-propagate houseplant. It can reach 4′ in length, with overlapping, plump, blue-green … Read more
With so many different varieties, Monstera plants are an exciting way to add some greenery to your living space. The Monstera juliusii is one of the more recently discovered members of the Monstera family. Not only is it a beautiful plant, but it is also relatively easy to care for as a first-time plant parent. … Read more
