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Three potted green leafy plants sit on a round stone surface outdoors, with a wooden pallet planter filled with various plants in the background.

Hot House Restock Late Summer 2026

The past month or so has been an exciting time in the Hot House! We’ve received two large plant shipments filled with exciting new additions, some of your most requested favorites, and the tried-and-true classics we always love to carry. We thought it would be fun to give you all the details on the 6… Read more »

Rows of vibrant leafy plants with bright yellow-green and dark green leaves grow inside a greenhouse with a curved, translucent roof

Houseplant Pest Control

Houseplants bring beauty and life to any indoor space, but they are also vulnerable to pests that can damage their health and appearance. Effective houseplant pest control is essential to ensure they not only survive but thrive. Fortunately, there are several methods to prevent and control pests on houseplants, ranging from natural remedies to chemical… Read more »

Close-up of a pink African violet plant in bloom, surrounded by other African violets with purple and white flowers, all in small pots on a woven tray.

Introduction to African Violet Growing

African Violets have stood the test of time as being a favorite house plant and gift to the flower lovers in your life. Known for their deep, velvety foliage and gorgeous pops of colors in their blooms. From the looks of this small and elegant plant, you may be intimidated to start your collection, but… Read more »

Houseplants sitting on a wooden table near a bright window, showing examples of moving outdoor plants indoor for winter protection.

Bringing Your Outdoor Plants In This Fall

As the heat of summer starts to wind down and autumn cool sets in, it’s time we begin prepping houseplants for their return to the climate controlled indoors as they bid adieu to their outdoor summer vacation. We’ve put together some tips and tricks below like moving outdoor plants indoor, to help your plants thrive… Read more »

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Pet Friendly Houseplants; Green Companions for Your Furry Friends!

Bringing pet friendly houseplants into your home offers more than just stylish decor; they are also a soothing enhancement! Deciding which houseplant might work best in your space has an extra layer of difficulty when you have pets. Because many are toxic to our furry friends, it’s important to know what you can safely add… Read more »

How to Make a Kokedama

What is a kokedama anyway? It’s a form of Japanese art, that as a literal translation, means moss (koke) and ball (dama).  Like bonsai, it’s not the actual plant but how the plant is being grown that makes it a kokedama.  We decided to make some of these up, presenting the perfect opportunity to share… Read more »

Potting Up Houseplants

Learn all about potting up houseplants in this post; from when to repot, why to repot, how to pot up a houseplant and different container options.