Transform your home into a verdant retreat with this information—packed guide to houseplant care, with profiles for over 125 different plants.
Well—chosen, well—cared—for houseplants bring life to a room, both literally and figuratively. They
add color, texture, motion, uniqueness, beauty
—and they even
improve air quality
. They also
fulfill our need to nurture
and care for other living things. In
Houseplants
, expert grower Lisa Eldred Steinkopf gives you the advice and information you need to confidently bring a plant (or two, or more!) home and find joy in keeping it lush and healthy.
Achieve success with your houseplants by:
Making smart selections
: Choose plants that are suited for your space and conditions.
Savvy siting
: Where the plant is placed is as important as what it is.
Taking care
: Proper maintenance goes far beyond watering; learn how to fertilize, groom, troubleshoot, propagate, and more.
Becoming an educated owner
: The book includes 125+ profiles of the most popular, cutting—edge plant species.
Organized by relative ease of care, the plant profiles offer the
common and botanical names
,
light
preference,
watering
guidelines, whether and
under what conditions it flowers
, its
size and growth potential
propagation tips
, and available
cultivars
.
Featuring
stunning photography
and a
modern design
is a must—have resource for every houseplant parent.