South facing windows provide lots of sun, and not every houseplant can tolerate the high light levels in this location. But you can grow more than just succulents and cacti in your sunny window sills. In this post, I’ll show you the top 25 best houseplants for south facing windows. Personally, I tend to write … Read more
TEMPERATURE: 65 – 75 degrees F (18 – 24 degrees C) LIGHT: Bright, indirect or direct sun HUMIDITY: Moderate SAFETY: Non-toxic to pets and humans DIFFICULTY: Moderate Areca palm (Dypsis lutescens), also known as yellow palm or butterfly palm, is a popular houseplant that’s tolerant of indoor conditions, removes toxins from the air, and produces … Read more
I’ve suffered from seasonal allergies ever since we moved to the midwest seven years ago. There’s something in the air – especially in spring and fall – that my body just doesn’t like. After years of growing houseplants, I’ve found the best ones to help purify the air and prevent side effects related to allergies. … Read more
We bought our first house with no idea that we should pay attention to the windows and sunlight for growing houseplants. We ended up in a home with many low light areas. Over the years we’ve found several trees that survive and even thrive in indirect or filtered light. Here’s a list of the best … Read more