Container Corner

Three Great Houseplants for Beginners

Plants do more than brighten a room. Indoor plants boast a slew of benefits including easing stress, boosting mood and cleaning the air in your home or office. Many plants actually filter toxins providing fresh, healthy air for those around them. Research suggests that having greenery in your environment lifts spirits and lowers anxiety, making ...

Sharp Tongue!

Several years ago, our friends moved out of state and asked me if I wanted their “mother-in-law’s tongue” plant (Sansevieria trifasciata). Of course, I said yes. I’ve always thought that “mother-in-law’s tongue” was just about a perfect name for this plant…dark green, stiff leaves grow tall and end in a sharp point. It’s also known ...