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Indoor Plant Trends for 2021

After searching through our analytics, reviewing our sales, consulting our botanical experts and industry professionals, and hearing back from you, our customers, here is our top 10 indoor plant trends for 2021 list. From living fountains to baby plants, from unique shapes to symbols of peace, these are the trends that will be growing a lot this year. 

Which Houseplants are Safe for Pets?

Here at Garden Goods Direct, our pets are part of our family. Creating a safe place for them in our homes is important. This also applies to plants. But why are some plants unsafe? Why do your pets seem so drawn to your leafy greens? We’ve asked our botanical experts a few of the biggest questions about what makes a plant safe for your pets, and why to avoid others.

Top 9 Office Plants

Navigating through Covid-19 has been tough, to say the least. For many of us, our living rooms have turned into offices, classrooms, and our pets have become our coworkers. If you are beginning to feel a little like you're dragging throughout the day, it might be time to add a bit of life into your workspace. Small indoor plants have shown to improve office efficiency by improving air quality and removing toxins that would otherwise distract you from your work. Have a look at our list of the 9 Best Office Plants!

The Haunting History of Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees

If you’ve been on social media these past years, you are no stranger to this lifestyle “it” plant. In the wild, Ficus lyrata is known as a banyan fig tree. These trees have a unique, yet haunting growth habit known as epiphyte. Learn more in this blog!

3 Steps to Take an Instagram-worthy House Plant Photo

The fall gardening season has arrived, and while some are planting perennials, trees or shrubs,  it’s also a time for house plants to shine! We love receiving #GGDplantlove mail from our customers, and want to share a few tips to help you show off your plant’s good side.

The History & Benefits of Aloe Plants

For thousands of years, Aloe has been coveted for its unique growth habit and natural healing properties. This valuable plant has over 400 species, but the prized Aloe vera remains the most popular. So what’s all the hype about? Learn about the history in this week's blog!

Trending in 2020: Pink Plants

When you think of plants, shades of lush green leaves come to mind. However, there’s a new trend sweeping through the homes and gardens in America - pink plants!

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Trendiest Houseplants for 2020 - Including a Classic Comeback

Houseplants will remain a high demand product in 2020 as the indoor garden trend continues to take hold across the country. The ease in which consumers can procure the coveted variety of living decor through online stores, amazon, and Etsy only fuels the desire to add to growing collections. See what's hot in 2020.