Whether you want to warm your sweetie’s heart or just need to give yourself a little more love this Valentine’s Day, the heartleaf philodendron, or philodendron cordatum, will do the trick. It embodies all the qualities we want in a good partner. It’s forgiving, tolerant and absolutely gorgeous. Though it doesn’t help very much with […]
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If your New Year’s resolution is to be healthier…buy a houseplant! Hear us out. They absorb toxins like carbon dioxide and use them to produce sustenance in the form of glucose and then release oxygen as a byproduct of this process! That means you get better air quality, improved sleep and well being! So basically,
The aglaonema or Chinese Evergreen is a tropical houseplant with fun splashes of color and speckled patterns to break up the boring monotony of everyday life! These full, bushy houseplants have long boat-shaped leaves, often peppered with spots or brushstrokes of pinks and whites, with bold, punchy-colored veins. Native to subtropical regions of Asia and
Adenium, also known as desert rose, are a species of flowering houseplants known for their bright plumeria-like blooms and bulbous trunks, making them especially popular with bonsai enthusiasts. The sap of some adenium varieties is actually widely used in parts of Africa as arrow poison for hunting large game. So watch out if you have
No matter where you are in the world, chances are you’ll run into some species of oxalis! Their habitats range from woodlands and meadows to tropical rainforests and alpine regions. While oxalis is otherwise known as the lucky shamrock, it’s pretty common to encounter one. Especially in the homes of many houseplant enthusiasts. While there
If Valentines Day is on the horizon, one classic plant that is all dressed up for a date with vibrant, almost lipstick colored and heart shaped foliage is the Anthurium. Of all the ways to show your love, our research shows that gifting plants is the ultimate proof of your devotion. Well at least for
We’ve all seen a Jade, or Crassula ovata tucked away in the corner of our dentist’s office like a forgotten cluster of emeralds, or passed down to us from our grandmother, sitting on our kitchen windowsill watching as we do the dishes. It’s a familiar plant, and therefore often overlooked. After reading this, I challenge
The string of hearts is a great way to show the one you love how much they mean to you. After all, they do have your heart on a string don’t they? Or perhaps you just need the right plant to tell the universe, “I’m ready for love!” Either way, you will surely enjoy this
As each new year arrives, we embark on an eager search for a new houseplant that gives our collection the extra pizazz that it didn’t have the year before. These priorities are what have inspired this plant feature: the Raven ZZ. Some may be familiar with the traditional ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamifolia), having outstretched thick
If this is your first time hearing about Tahitian Bridal Veil, you’re in for a treat. Otherwise known as Tradescantia Multiflora, or Gibasis pellucida, this breathtaking vine lives up to its gorgeous name. Spindling pointed leaves like that of an elf shoe interlace with flowing vines, delicately studded with frothy flowers in this stunning veil
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Rex Begonia, or cissus discolor is a showstopper and a nursery favorite. Angel-wing shaped leaves give way to mesmerizing Kaleidoscope veins and swirling leaflets! With the amount of begonia rex varieties that exist, everyone is sure to find one that speaks to them. A houseplant of this caliber requires a green thumb, so be sure
Z is for zinnia! Large, frilly flowers sit atop 18-20” stems that make them great for cut flowers in a bouquet. They are especially great for scattering in a sunny location and come in all colors of the rainbow! Pollinators will really dig their color and easy access to pollen. Zone 3-9.
Verbena is a long blooming, creeping annual with lollipop blooms of lilac, purple, pinks and blues. Its long reaching stems are fantastic for container planting and garden beds alike. Deadheading is unnecessary with these low maintenance annuals and they only reach 8-12” tall and wide. They are especially heat tolerant and can handle our harsh
Thunbergia, otherwise known as black eyed susan vines. The beautiful simplicity of its yellow flowers combined with gorgeous, full leaved vines make this annual one of the most popular at Moonfire! It’s fast growing and perfect for containers with a trellis as it grows up to 24” tall and wide. Plant in full sun for
One of the easiest flowers to grow, sunflowers are some of the most rewarding too. Many varieties of sunflower exist, ranging in color and height, but they all love full sun exposure. Most have massive yellow flowers and strong, tall stems that can reach up to 6 feet. Scatter their seeds in the spring for
With hooded flowers resembling little gaping mouths, the snapdragon will open wide when a bee lands on their petals to accept pollination. The colorful spikes of flowers are particularly attractive in mixes and they’re actually edible! Plant them in a sunny spot and expect 6-15” of height. Snapdragons are prolific reseeders which makes for a
Otherwise known as persian buttercup, the intricately layered petals of ranunculus blooms create a full and fluffy flower that you could stare at all day! Plant multiple for a spectacular array of colors! In Latin, rana means “frog” and unculus translates to “little”. Just like little frogs, ranunculus love moist soil conditions! Often planted as
This iconic annual is a classic choice for your sunny spring or summer garden whether it’s in hanging planters, windowboxes, porch pots or a mass planting in your landscape. From stripes to spots and even glow-in-the-dark white, their variety of colors is unparalleled in the annual world. Their wavy petals and soft fuzzy leaves make
One of the most eye catching flowers in the garden, passion flowers are complex and expansive, ranging from deep hues of blues, purples, pinks and reds. Three pronged leaves grow off of these impressive climbers; the vines can trail up to 10-30 feet! Passion flower vine is great for trellises, fences, posts and for attracting
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Pansies and violas are no pansies! The pansy is a tough, cold tolerant biennial that has the ability to bloom in colder weather, unlike many of its annual friends. They also come in every color of the rainbow! Pansies and violas are short, mounding plants with lovely cheerful multicolored flowers that resemble happy faces! These
