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An Evergreen Groundcover Sensation: Mondo Grass
Beyond covering your garden in a lush carpet of beautiful foliage and blooms, groundcover plants offer a multitude of benefits to one’s landscape! In this blog, we will first delve into the benefits of planting groundcovers in your yard. We will then dive into one the most versatile, well-loved groundcover plants on the market: Mondo Grass!
Learn MoreWhich 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.
Read More10 Mistakes You Can Make With Your Houseplants
Okay, you’re here and you’ve made it! You have brought home your very first houseplant. Although your plant may be fresh and full of life at the moment there are common mistakes people make when take care of them. Maintaining your plant’s greenery and upkeep is vital. Here is our list of top 10 mistakes you can make with your houseplants.
Read MoreMastering Interior Plant Design
The outdoors are known for giving us a sense of relaxation. The fresh air, greenery, and sounds bring us a sense of ease, improving our mood and reducing stress levels. So, of course it's not a question to why anyone would want to bring this same feeling indoors! Potted houseplants and trees are excellent pieces of home décor and have been a staple in the evolution of interior design.
Read MoreThe Ultimate Upkeep Guide to Your Holiday Greenery
'Tis the season where we embrace the holiday spirit by decking the halls with fresh cut trees, wreaths, and garlands. There’s nothing quite like the aroma of natural pine to invigorate the senses, bringing back fond memories of seasons past. Caring for your holiday greenery is easier than you thought.
Read MoreTop 9 Office Plants
For many of us, our living rooms have turned into offices, classrooms, and our pets have become our coworkers. 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!
Read MoreThe 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!
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