Before you upend your green friends, make sure you read our re-potting myth debunking.
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It is officially cold, the clocks are soon to go back, and you know at least one person who has started their Christmas shopping. Whether you’re in total denial or revelling in knitwear and glasses of red wine, now’s the time to start preparing your plants for cooler weather.
Demand for succulents has grown exponentially in the last few years, particularly in China where possession of rare succulents is considered a marker of status. We’re here to clear up some common misconceptions about this broad group of plants, and answer some of your questions!
The prerogative to choose is essential to living a good life, without it we wouldn’t have our own identities or basic human rights, but is there such a thing as 'too much'?
A focus on one of our all-time favourite plant families, the Calatheas.
'Surprise' is the new buzz word in psychology, innovation and management. LeeAnn Renninger and Tania Luna, co-directors of Life Labs Learning, and authors of Surprise: Embrace the Unpredictable have spent the last few years probing the topic, concluding that surprise aids learning, memory, and community.
Harvesting aloe gel is super easy and a great way to wind down. We promise you'll never want to buy the shop-bought stuff again!
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.
When we feel in control of one aspect of our lives, however small, we feel more able to tackle the remaining challenges in our lives. It’s thought that taking ownership or responsibility of a plant can provide this feeling of mastery, making us feel more confident and easing anxiety.
A growing body of evidence supports the notion that ‘highly valuing happiness leads to decreased well-being.’
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!
