Decorative plants

In good weather, our gardens are our go-to spaces. They have the power to create the peace, purpose and pleasure we all need in our lives. Plus, they can provide us with cut flowers, vegetables and herbs. So, if you're looking for garden inspiration and design ideas for your outdoor spaces, look no further than our pick of the best garden ideas for any size or shape of space. (Image credit: Jo Thompson Garden Design/ Photograph Rachel Warne) If you are looking for 'Putting in Homes & Gardens. 'If the climate in your zone is wetter, you can look to include Whether you are going for a tropical or coastal garden design, consider breaking up the landscaping with 5. Consider plants for a north-facing plot

Are you looking to add a little Zen to your home or office? The right houseplant acts as a beautiful decoration helping to purify the air and can even de-stress the immediate area. Safer® Brand came up with 26 beauties, and from that list, you’re sure to find the perfect houseplant — even if it’s for the office! Once you’ve made your selection, be sure to provide for it with In each entry, you’ll see a picture of the plant and we’ll go over the pros and cons you need to know before committing to it. 1) Chrysanthemum Chrysanthemums Chrysanthemums, or mums, as they are more commonly called, make beautiful houseplants with bright, cheerful blooms. They are remarkably easy to care when you provide a bright location, well-drained soil and enough water. Once all that is in place, you’ll have an attractive addition to your room PROS • Mums are on • Chrysanthemumsremove ammonia, benzene and formaldehyde from indoor air. CONS • Leaves of the chrysanthemumplant are poisonous to pets and children. • Mums have a difficult timereblooming. • These flowers are generally considered disposable. 2) Spider Plant Spider Plant Resilient spider plants seem to thrive even when neglected. They prefer moist soil but will forgive you if you forget to water occasionally. Keep spider plants in bright to moderate light, but avoid direct sun. PROS • Spider plants remove benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and xylene from the air. • Spider plant are considered safe for pets. CONS • Who knew? Spider p...

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One of the most common requests I receive from readers is for a list of well-behaved bushes they can plant in front of the house that won't eventually swallow it. Here it is. The following plants are quite varied but share two things. First, they're easy. They're compact growers, need little pruning, aren't fussy to grow, won't swallow your house, and deer won't eat them. Second, they all belong to our Courtesy of PDSI • Botanical Name: Pittosporum tobira ‘CNI Three’ • Sun Exposure: Partial, shade • Soil Type: Well-drained • Soil pH: Acidic, neutral Tolerant of wind, sandy soil, drought, and salt spray, this compact evergreen is great for the beach but thrives in suburbia too. Unlike other forms of pittosporum that get huge, Courtesy of PDSI • Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Roman Beauty’ • Sun Exposure: Full • Soil Type: Well-drained • Soil pH: Acidic, neutral Why run out to the herb garden for a sprig of rosemary for cooking, when you can clip one or two at the foot of your front steps? Flaunting showy blue flowers in spring, Courtesy of the Southern Living Plant Collection • Botanical Name: Cephalotaxus harringtonia ‘Plania’ • Sun Exposure: Shade • Soil Type: Well-drained • Soil pH: Acidic, neutral An evergreen shrub for a shady spot does not need to come down to a choice between holly and boxwood. Meet Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Plania'). Boasting handsome, deep green, needle-like foliage, it grows slowly to three to four feet high and wide and needs little pru...

One of the most common requests I receive from readers is for a list of well-behaved bushes they can plant in front of the house that won't eventually swallow it. Here it is. The following plants are quite varied but share two things. First, they're easy. They're compact growers, need little pruning, aren't fussy to grow, won't swallow your house, and deer won't eat them. Second, they all belong to our Courtesy of PDSI • Botanical Name: Pittosporum tobira ‘CNI Three’ • Sun Exposure: Partial, shade • Soil Type: Well-drained • Soil pH: Acidic, neutral Tolerant of wind, sandy soil, drought, and salt spray, this compact evergreen is great for the beach but thrives in suburbia too. Unlike other forms of pittosporum that get huge, Courtesy of PDSI • Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Roman Beauty’ • Sun Exposure: Full • Soil Type: Well-drained • Soil pH: Acidic, neutral Why run out to the herb garden for a sprig of rosemary for cooking, when you can clip one or two at the foot of your front steps? Flaunting showy blue flowers in spring, Courtesy of the Southern Living Plant Collection • Botanical Name: Cephalotaxus harringtonia ‘Plania’ • Sun Exposure: Shade • Soil Type: Well-drained • Soil pH: Acidic, neutral An evergreen shrub for a shady spot does not need to come down to a choice between holly and boxwood. Meet Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Plania'). Boasting handsome, deep green, needle-like foliage, it grows slowly to three to four feet high and wide and needs little pru...

Are you looking to add a little Zen to your home or office? The right houseplant acts as a beautiful decoration helping to purify the air and can even de-stress the immediate area. Safer® Brand came up with 26 beauties, and from that list, you’re sure to find the perfect houseplant — even if it’s for the office! Once you’ve made your selection, be sure to provide for it with In each entry, you’ll see a picture of the plant and we’ll go over the pros and cons you need to know before committing to it. 1) Chrysanthemum Chrysanthemums Chrysanthemums, or mums, as they are more commonly called, make beautiful houseplants with bright, cheerful blooms. They are remarkably easy to care when you provide a bright location, well-drained soil and enough water. Once all that is in place, you’ll have an attractive addition to your room PROS • Mums are on • Chrysanthemumsremove ammonia, benzene and formaldehyde from indoor air. CONS • Leaves of the chrysanthemumplant are poisonous to pets and children. • Mums have a difficult timereblooming. • These flowers are generally considered disposable. 2) Spider Plant Spider Plant Resilient spider plants seem to thrive even when neglected. They prefer moist soil but will forgive you if you forget to water occasionally. Keep spider plants in bright to moderate light, but avoid direct sun. PROS • Spider plants remove benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and xylene from the air. • Spider plant are considered safe for pets. CONS • Who knew? Spider p...

A–Z Ornamental Plants • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

In good weather, our gardens are our go-to spaces. They have the power to create the peace, purpose and pleasure we all need in our lives. Plus, they can provide us with cut flowers, vegetables and herbs. So, if you're looking for garden inspiration and design ideas for your outdoor spaces, look no further than our pick of the best garden ideas for any size or shape of space. (Image credit: Jo Thompson Garden Design/ Photograph Rachel Warne) If you are looking for 'Putting in Homes & Gardens. 'If the climate in your zone is wetter, you can look to include Whether you are going for a tropical or coastal garden design, consider breaking up the landscaping with 5. Consider plants for a north-facing plot

Are you looking to add a little Zen to your home or office? The right houseplant acts as a beautiful decoration helping to purify the air and can even de-stress the immediate area. Safer® Brand came up with 26 beauties, and from that list, you’re sure to find the perfect houseplant — even if it’s for the office! Once you’ve made your selection, be sure to provide for it with In each entry, you’ll see a picture of the plant and we’ll go over the pros and cons you need to know before committing to it. 1) Chrysanthemum Chrysanthemums Chrysanthemums, or mums, as they are more commonly called, make beautiful houseplants with bright, cheerful blooms. They are remarkably easy to care when you provide a bright location, well-drained soil and enough water. Once all that is in place, you’ll have an attractive addition to your room PROS • Mums are on • Chrysanthemumsremove ammonia, benzene and formaldehyde from indoor air. CONS • Leaves of the chrysanthemumplant are poisonous to pets and children. • Mums have a difficult timereblooming. • These flowers are generally considered disposable. 2) Spider Plant Spider Plant Resilient spider plants seem to thrive even when neglected. They prefer moist soil but will forgive you if you forget to water occasionally. Keep spider plants in bright to moderate light, but avoid direct sun. PROS • Spider plants remove benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and xylene from the air. • Spider plant are considered safe for pets. CONS • Who knew? Spider p...