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Upgrade Your House Plant Game Just in Time for Earth Day By Lauren Parker, AAA San Ramon
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lants are one of the most natural and affordable ways to liven up your home’s interior. While growing (pun intended) in popularity among Millennials, anyone and everyone can benefit from some added verdure in their life. Here are some ideas for how you can join the happy house plant club.
Pop(py) of Color Nothing says bright and happy like a vibrant pop of color. We like purple heart and lipstick succulents for low effort, but max rainbow rewards. African violets are easy to keep alive and come in a broad array of hues. Feeling up for a challenge? The hibiscus is trickier, but will add a tropical vacation vibe to your home.
The Bonsai Challenge As graceful and beautiful as they are capricious, bonsai may be the ultimate challenge for aspiring home gardeners. We suggest starting with a less challenging Ficus Bonsai, which is more tolerant of low humidity and gardening errors. While they will survive indoors, most bonsai prefer the outdoors where their growth cycles can more easily align with the changing seasons.
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Pet-friendly Fare We wouldn’t forget Fido and Fluffy! If your greenery won’t be out of reach, consider something your fur babies will enjoy. Cats love valerian, cat thyme, licorice root, and mint, while dogs appreciate lavender, rosemary, and chamomile.
Lofty Vegetation Looking for a display option that’s a little cooler than bookshelves? Plant ladders let you hang or display plants on unused wall space. Plus, they’re easy to move around the home for optimal sunlight. For more information about AAA House Manager and help beautifying your home for spring, visit aaa.com/housemanager. DANVILLE LIVING 17
