Looking to bring some outside greenery indoors?
Maybe you already have an indoor garden and are looking
to create a botanical jungle. Whatever the case
may be, houseplants are an ideal inexpensive way to
beautify your dwelling. You’ll be rewarded with purer
air and you’re sure to enjoy watching your plant sprout,
climb, and even flower. Of course, before you start
working on crafting a greenhouse, you need to know what
kinds of plants you can grown in your home and which
plants are best suited to your taste and style.
Houseplants For Dummies introduces dozens of different
foliage plants, flowering plants, cacti, and exotic
varieties. Your green thumb is sure to get even greener
once you’ve read about: Houseplant basics Identifying
indoor microclimates Indoor plant “biographies”
Differentiating between direct, indirect, and low light
Watering needs Rules of fertilizing Temperature and
growing cycles Houseplants For Dummies is packed with
houseplant growing techniques, tips, tricks, and even
goes the extra mile with a chapter devoted to the
various ways you can display houseplants if you’re
looking for some bragging rights! Whether you’re new to
the world of houseplant basics or you’re a seasoned
gardener, you’ll get the “inside dirt” on topics such
as: Various potting soil mixes Preparing plants for
indoor life Cleaning, pruning, and staking Propagating
houseplants Dealing with pests and diseases Building
your own controlled climate And much more The material
is arranged into six clear and helpful sections:
houseplant basics, houseplant profiles, growing
essentials, potted plant maintenance, houseplant
settings, and valuable ideas – each section
helping you create your own indoor forest. Even if
you’re convinced you have a black thumb, Houseplants For
Dummies will have you living among the green in no
time!
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