Houseplants not only beautify an indoor space, but they also freshen up the air, help to boost your mood and even reduce stress levels. There are many types of houseplants. Aroids from the family Araceae include common houseplants, such as Chinese Evergreen, Devil’s Ivy, Peace Lily and Philodendron. “They tend to be low light, reliable and easy to care for,” said Dr. … [Read more...] about What to consider when caring for houseplants
Like humans, houseplants have light-driven internal clocks that affect their behavior. In winter, when the days are shorter, many plants enter a period of slow or no growth. More light in spring triggers active growth, which means it’s time to tweak your plant-care routines. Dr. Clydette Alsup-Egbers, associate professor of agriculture at Missouri State University, offers some … [Read more...] about How to care for houseplants in the spring