by fjgreenhouse | Feb 10, 2021 | Tropical Indoor Plants
Having a variety of plants in your home is key to starting an urban jungle. You want to mix plant size, textures, colors, and leaf size to keep your indoor jungle from seeming boring. Try mixing something tall and slim, like a fiddle leaf fig or snake plant, with...
by fjgreenhouse | Feb 1, 2021 | Tropical Indoor Plants
Phalaenopsis Orchid Care & Maintenance Light Level: Mid to high light levels, a north or east-facing window is perfect. Without enough light, your orchid will not produce many flowers. Air Level: Orchids live in bark based potting mix as the roots require air to...
by fjgreenhouse | Jan 28, 2021 | Tropical Indoor Plants
Myth: If you want your plant to grow big, plant it in a big pot. There are many, MANY reasons we do not recommend repotting small plants into large pots. The biggest reason is your plant will be more susceptible to root rot. The plant can only take in so much...
by fjgreenhouse | Jan 14, 2021 | Tropical Indoor Plants
Houseplants are a really effective way to purify the air, as they are known to decrease toxins. It is recommended to have two house plants for every 100 square feet of space in your home. Check out some of our favorite air-purifying plants! Peace Lily Sun Exposure:...
by fjgreenhouse | Dec 31, 2020 | Tropical Plant of the Month
Snake plants are also known as Sansevieria, or “Mother-in-Law’s Tongue.” This succulent plant is perfect for beginners and frequent travelers for they are very forgiving. Maintenance Level: Beginner Light Level: Snake plants can handle a variety of light levels. While...
by fjgreenhouse | Dec 1, 2020 | Tropical Plant of the Month
Christmas cacti are a very popular houseplant. When they bloom, they produce colorful, tubular flowers in pink or lilac colors. Their beautiful flowers, long bloom time, and easy care requirements make them a wonderful plant. Unlike many other cacti, Christmas cacti...
by fjgreenhouse | Nov 6, 2020 | Gardening Tips
Fall watering gives plants a reserve for winter, especially evergreens. Soil should be kept moist but not soggy until the ground freezes. Be sure to Spray Boxwood and Dwarf Alberta Spruce with Neem oil to control spider mites. For winter protection, wait until...
by fjgreenhouse | Nov 6, 2020 | Gardening Tips
Temperatures are cooler and there is an increase in rainfall. Roots can establish until the ground freezes which is typically Mid-December in Michigan. Planting Tips Use a fertilizer with mycorrhizae to promote root growth. Make sure root flare is level with the...
by fjgreenhouse | Nov 2, 2020 | Tropical Plant of the Month
November Tropical Plant of the Month Pilea Peperonioides, a.k.a. Chinese Money Plant, or Coin Plant, are a fast-growing plant perfect for beginners. Light Level: Pilea loves bright, indirect sun to keep the bright green color. They grow so quickly that it is important...
by fjgreenhouse | Oct 30, 2020 | Gardening Tips
Trees “Ice Dragon”Very cold hardyleaves are more tolerant of sun and heat “Franklin”Beautiful white flowers late summerleaves turn red and burgundy in fallSmall specimen tree Maple “Paperbark” Small sizeBark exfoliates in curlsNo tar spotBeautiful red fall color...
