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Houseplant Appreciation Day in San Diego

Today, January 10th, is Houseplant Appreciation Day. It's celebrated throughout the country as a way to focus on the health benefits plants offer as air purifiers that make it so much easier to breathe. Since they take care of us, we should take care of all the green and blooming plants available. At our San Diego flower shops and through our website, you can do your part in celebrating Houseplant Appreciation Day by picking some up for your home or office or sending some as special gifts. Here are some highlights from our plant collection: ZZ PLANT The ZZ Plant is ideal for locations with little natural light and minimal need of water. In fact, it's one of the most low-maintenance plants for the office or home that is available. LEMON-LIME DRACAENA Another low-maintenance plant the lemon-lime dracaena has multi-color leaves in shades of yellow and green. lemon-lime dracaena is easy to care for and the perfect addition to any home or office. There are numerous containers to choose from, including white glass, a rustic tin, or a contemporary woven basket. RUSTIC BROMELIAD PLANTER This garden arrangement includes a bromeliad and other premium green plants that are displayed together in a rustic tin container. CROTON This beautiful plant arrives in a burgundy footed planter, creating an elegant display for the home or office. JADE PLANT IN CONCRETE The jade plant loves the sun and works well indoors or outdoors, especially in the gorgeous San Diego sun. We display the jade plant in a contemporary concrete pot. ORCHIDS & SUCCULENTS Phalaenopsis orchids are accented by numerous types of succulents and arranged in a modern white container. SUCCULENTS IN STONE A variety of California-grown succulent plants is arranged in a stone bowl. TREASURE GARDEN [...]

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Caring For Your Plants on Houseplant Appreciation Day and Every Day After That

Today, January 10th, is Houseplant Appreciation Day. This special day was created to generate awareness and appreciation for one of nature's beautiful and beneficial gifts. If you have houseplants now or are thinking of getting some, this is an opportune time to learn about how to take care of them to ensure they last for years to come. Although houseplants are generally low maintenance, there are some specific things you need to do to keep them healthy like these houseplant care tips: Since it's winter time now, it's a good idea to focus on this season's care (however, we are lucky to live in San Diego where it doesn't necessarily get that cold!). Make plenty of room in your home to give your houseplants what they deserve. This means plenty of indirect light that allows them to feed on the sunshine. You can think about putting some in hanging baskets or on shelves in front of certain windows that attract the sunlight. Also important in the winter as they are all year round are temperature and humidity levels for your houseplants. Don't put your houseplants near a drafty window or any type of heating vent. This can cause your plants stress due to the fluctuating temperature and humidity it causes. You can increase the humidity around plants by putting them in pots that sit on top of pebbles that have been placed in a water-filled tray or dish. Make sure you keep the water level below the base of the containers. Additionally, you will want to maintain a regular watering and feeding schedule for your plants. Many indoor plants do not need as much water and fertilizer during the winter months. However, you should still ensure that the soil is at least [...]