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A focus on one of our all-time favourite plant families, the Calatheas.
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Meet the Zebra Plant, a brightly patterned foliage plant, hailing from the rainforests of South America. The Zebra Plant gets its common name from ...
With Summer holidays coming up, some of you may be panicking about what to do with your plant collection. Short periods of neglect shouldn’t be a problem for the majority of indoor plants, but longer periods (say 1 to 2 weeks) might require some forethought.
Don’t let the rain dampen your spirits. This might be a wetter June than you hoped for but rainwater can be a welcome treat for your plants.
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In 1989 NASA published the results of a major research study on the relationship between plants and air quality. For astronauts travelling beyond the stratosphere in sealed containers, finding a means of effective air-purification was a necessary as building an engine that would take them there.
A growing body of evidence supports the notion that ‘highly valuing happiness leads to decreased well-being.’
A growing appetite for rare plants has inspired an international black-market that threatens some varieties with extinction.
Memories of outdoor plants dying on Summer holidays have given us a skewed perception of how much water houseplants need. We think we're being attentive when we give our plants a drink, and it's the first thing we do if our plant isn't looking quite right. Read on to learn about the dangers of overwatering, as well as how to prevent it!
Pineapple may not belong on pizza but what about taking one into your home? Read on to learn more about these funky indoor plants and see if you can get your hands on one.
Ever wondered where your plants come from?
The Bloombox Team went to meet the Duijin-Hove owners and pick out our Spring subscription plants in person. We asked about their values, what they specialise in, and how they ensure best practice.
The correlation between plants and productivity has a strong evidence base, but are we any closer to finding out why it exists?
Researchers, designers and innovators are realising the benefits of 'greening' the work-space, with evidence from across the globe showing productivity levels to be boosted by plant-life.
