5 Steps to Prune Ficus Trees Ficus tree Where should I start to prune? This is their pet Ficus tree; how can I cut it without asking? Is someone watching me? What if I make a mistake? I have no extra time today to prune or clean up a mess. Are these the excuses [...]
Ferns have been part of the interiorscape for centuries but have fallen to the wayside recently, with customers favoring tall palms and little succulents. "That's fine with me," some of you interiorscapers may be saying. Ferns can be messy with their leaf droppings and temperamental nature. We would like to argue though that ferns should hold a [...]
Not many people can wake up feeling cheery and optimistic every day. Most of us have heard the concept of "you create your own reality" though, and here are some things you can do to turn your bad day into a better one. The way we act, react, and think can help put you in a [...]
Don't down them. Roots need air just as much as they need water. Keeping the soil soaked at all times means certain death for most plants. When learning how much water each plant needs on your accounts, consider not only the type of plant but also the amount of light it gets, the temperature of its environment, [...]
When was the last time you repotted one of your plants? If you are like most interiorscapers your answer is probably years. We take care of so many plants, too. You'd think we'd say "every two years" as the books recommend. When you look at almost any houseplant care book there is usually quite a large [...]
There are 4 groups of plant pathogens that are commonly recognized: fungi bacteria viruses nematodes And as interiorscapers, we need a basic understanding of all 4. Fungi Fungi are the largest group with over 100,000 known species. It's not required to learn them all though. The reproductive spore floats through the air very effectively or [...]
Weird Foliage Colors Loss of green color in mature leaves or the new growth appearing with abnormal pigments is frequently a symptom of fertilizer deficiency. Look closely at your plants; do they have a lush, vivid color or are they looking tired and dull? If they are looking tired, they might need a dose of fertilizer. [...]
Most interiorscape companies replace plants as part of the on-going guarantee to their customers. The goal of this policy is to replace declining plants before the client notices there is a problem. So how do we know when it is time to replace and not just go overboard, replacing every plant at the slightest sign of [...]
Spring is upon us, and flowers are in bloom. We know you're busy, so here's a quick key term refresher! Acclimation: the adaption of a plant to a new environment. Chlorophyll: the green pigment found in plant cells, essential to photosynthesis. Deciduous: trees/shrubs which lose their leaves seasonally, typically in autumn. Evergreen: plants that keep their [...]
That scent of a bloom, the lure of a flower, stops humans in their tracks. When we see a blossom, it causes us to want to relax and mentally drink in the beauty and mystic of the natural world. Blooming flowers is an important part of interiorscaping. Customers can be enticed by a freshly cut bouquet [...]
