Our concept of time has been altered this year, but nature carries on with her course. Days lead to weeks, weeks to months, and almost imperceptibly, months transform into new seasons. But though the change is gradual, our shift from summer to fall is impossible to ignore. Even our houseplants recognize and respond to the the slow arrival of the new season, reminding us how similar we are to our quiet living roommates.

Wouldn’t it be nice to put a soundtrack to that ease into fall? Here’s ours, perfect for enjoying at home with all your favorite houseplants, of course.

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The latest in plant care tips for keeping your foliage happy and healthy, brought to you by premium plant delivery service Léon & George.

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Dusty leaves be gone! Dirty or sticky leaves not only look unpleasant, they also prevent your plant from photosynthesizing properly. Here are ways to kick the cleanliness up a notch, and get your plants looking and feeling their best!

• Mix your cleaning solution - use a ratio of 3 tablespoons of mild dish soap mixed with a gallon of room temperature water.

• Cleaning small plants - dip and swish their leaves around in the solution to remove dirt, grime or bugs and rinse with clean water immediately after.

• Cleaning large plants - use a cloth and wipe each leaf clean with the soapy water, rinse off with a clean non-soapy damp cloth (if you're seeing bugs, leave the soapy solution on for a few minutes to an hour).

*Bonus tip* - dish soaps can double as a mild insecticide. If you're seeing any critters, leave the soapy mix on for a few minutes to an hour before rinsing.

*Extra bonus tip!* Use our Plant Doctors’ favorite black olive oil soap, which comes in a ready to use spray bottle formula. Not only does it clean plants and reveal a brilliant shine, but it also acts as a natural insecticide and pest repellant.

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Growing your own herbs is a rewarding experience that has the added benefit of sprucing up your kitchen with beautiful (and useful!) living greenery. Plus, who doesn’t love the fresh scent of fragrant herbs like rosemary or thyme? Read on to learn the basics of indoor herb gardens, and how to create a thriving one of your own!

How to Start an Indoor Herb Garden

While you can start from seeds or cuttings, finding starter herbs at your local grocery or hardware store is the simplest and quickest way to enjoy fresh herbs in your kitchen. But before purchasing your herbs you want to have a few things figured out:

• Placement - A lot of people don’t know this, but most herbs need at least six hours a day of full sun to thrive. Don't have a sun-drenched window? Try using a stylish artificial grow light like the Smart Growbar, or consider growing them outside on a balcony, patio, garden, or even windowsill!

• Watering - Most herbs do best when their soil is just humid to the touch. This means regular watering, once or twice a week depending on the environment around them. Herbs in general can be pretty resilient when it comes to drought, so don’t worry if you forget to water or need to travel, as they can rebound pretty quick from a week or two without water!

• Drainage - As with any potted plant, it is crucial that there is proper drainage for your herbs in the pot you use. Not allowing excess water to drain out of the pot can lead to overwatering and more serious issues like root rot.

• Potting Soil - Your herbs will come in soil but if you plan on repotting them, you will need your own bag of soil. Any quality indoor potting soil will do! Watch our video at the end of this post and learn how to pot your herbs in just a few steps.

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The Best Herbs to Grow Indoors

Now that you know how to set up your indoor herb garden you’ll need to decide which herbs to actually grow. Here are a few popular herbs to grow in your kitchen:

• Basil - Hardy and fast-growing, basil is a great option for beginners, especially during the spring and summer when they naturally are in season. Basil is a thirsty plant whose soil is best left moist to the touch. This means watering multiple times a week in the hotter months of the year. When taking a piece of your basil to use it is best to pinch off a piece of the stem below where a couple of leaves are sprouting. Don’t worry about harming your plant—this will actually promote new growth!

• Rosemary - Rosemary is another beautiful herb for your kitchen countertop, and while it will grow best with at least six hours of direct sunlight, it can also survive and thrive in a bright spot with indirect light in your kitchen. Similar to basil, don’t let Rosemary dry out, and instead water once or twice a week to keep the soil a bit humid to the touch.  

• Thyme - Thyme is the perfect herb to add to a small kitchen space. Plenty of direct sunlight is best, but Thyme can also do just fine in a bright sunny spot of your kitchen. Once again, keep your Thyme plant just moist to the touch.

These three herbs have similar care requirements and make the perfect starter set for those just beginning their kitchen herb garden. But if you’re curious for more, don’t feel like you need to stop there! There are at least a dozen herbs to try growing at home, and with the right care your indoor kitchen herb garden can provide you with fresh flavor all year round!

Ready to get potting? Watch a brief tutorial below on how to pot your kitchen herbs.

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Bring Fall’s foliage and hues into your home.

Fall is here and nesting season is upon us! There is so much to love about autumn, but for anyone who has an appreciation for interiors, prepping home for the cozy months ahead is a ritual in and of itself. Beyond pulling out the rugs and throws, lighting the candles, and possibly even investing in a gourd or two, bringing a new piece of art into your home is a wonderful way to refresh your space for the season, and bring nature inside while you’re at it.

Because, while we have a thing for plants, live greenery isn’t the only means to bring nature’s beauty indoors. Here are some of our favorite botanical prints that will add the feeling of fall to a blank slate, a gallery wall, or anywhere that could use a bit of color.

Marigold & Daisy Bouquet by Lara Lee Meintjes

Who said flowers were only for spring? Rich colors fill the work of South African artist Lara Lee Meintjes, including this print which so vibrantly captures the essence of fall.

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Jumping Rabbit Print by Chloe Giordano

This miniature print is the perfect homage to the flora and fauna of autumn. Chloe Giordano is an illustrator living in Oxford, England. She hand-embroiders many of her works before having them printed.

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Abstract Desert Landscape by Emma Hall

You might traditionally associate a desert landscape with summer, but we love the muted tones of this abstract print. Emma Hall is a Mozambican and English designer from Cambridge currently based in Lisbon.

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Your Job Screenprint by Rob Ryan

Papercutting is a specialty of London-based artist Rob Ryan, and this sweet print is the perfect addition to a bathroom or children’s bedroom. Ryan’s work starts as papercuts and is then printed across various mediums.

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Becoming by Clare Elsaesser

Inspired by “daydreams, retreat, and the formidable nature outside my window”, Clare Elsaesser’s paintings are at once moody, bright, and altogether beautiful. Based in California, she is an incredibly popular artist on Etsy with a prolific collection of both print and original wall art.

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Hoya Plant Print by PinterJohnson

Autumnal reds and oranges come together in this charming risograph print. PrinterJohnson is a printmaker and illustrator based in Norwich.

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A monthly round-up of what we’re reading in the world of plant styling, interior design, and more.

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January may be the official start of the new year, but for many of us, there’s no time like September to feel change in the air. With temperatures cooling down, kids going back to school, and summer vacations a thing of the past, we begin to settle into routine at home (and in a way, we’ve been practicing for it all year). This month, find some helpful and hopefully inspirational material on finding that groove and getting back to work.

Simple tips to add biophilic elements to your home

Humans are instinctually drawn to the natural world, and design that incorporates elements from nature can have a positive effect on our well-being. This is the theory behind biophilic design, a term that is becoming more and more mainstream every day. “But what do you do if the view from your bedroom, living room or home office window is a brick wall, rather than trees, and you’re not able to move or remodel?” This is the question posed in a wonderful Forbes article outlining tips on how to incorporate biophilic design (in small ways) into your home.

The Declutter Cure

Fall refresh, anyone? If you’re using your space for both home and work, you may feel the need more than ever. If that’s the case, roll up your sleeves and tackle step one: declutter. Apartment Therapy is running what they’re calling the Decluttering Cure, a 20-day guided “course” of sorts on how to make your home the calming, tidy sanctuary you’ve always dreamt of.

The Value of Investing in Educational Design

Whether you work in education, are a parent to kids of your own, or simply have an interest in design, there might be something for you in this timely piece highlighting three educational projects that break traditional norms. Though not everyone is headed back to a physical school this fall, some ideas may be easily extracted for distance learning (and working from home!), including bridging the learning experience between indoors and out.

An elegantly curated Work From Home edit

Is decorating ever really complete? Improving your indoors is a bit of a constant in life, so if you’re looking to elevate some elements of your work from home space, our friends at Snowe have curated a small collection of handpicked essentials that “prize productivity while providing more style than the supply closet.” Check out the edit here.

What’s inspiring you this month? Let us know in the comments!

Photo by Hiroyuki Oki for Frame.

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If you’re longing for an Instagram-worthy plant set up but feel that it’s out of your reach, remember that practice makes perfect and with a few tricks of the trade, anyone can create a space that looks and feels straight out of an interior design magazine. Things like height, texture, and layering are simple tools that you can use to create a plant-filled living room or other space of your dreams. Read on for some interior design tips that will allow you to display your prized houseplants to their full effect.

The Rule of Three

A common rule of thumb for styling a space is to avoid even-numbered groupings as paired items tend to look a touch formal. A classic combination is a group of three, but so long as you keep the number of plants in each grouping an odd number they should look great. Here are some things to keep in mind when arranging a cluster of plants:

• Try to avoid grouping of a uniform height, as this can make all of the plants blend together. Incorporate at least one plant in each group that is noticeably taller than the rest.

• When creating a collection of plants try to group them based on some commonality, such as whether they have dense or spread out leaves or their primary hue. So long as all the plants in a grouping share at least one trait they will look natural next to one another.

Play with Textures

Textures play a big role in creating visual interest, and this isn’t just limited to furniture or room decor. Plants can play a big role in establishing variation within a space with their differing textures in foliage. When playing with texture it is important to think in terms of contrast, like pairings such as rough and smooth or minimal and detailed.

• If you favor minimalistic decor, a plant with a more a detailed appearance like the Zanzibar Gem will keep things from looking one-dimensional.

• If your home is already full of texture like layered rugs and knit throw blankets then a plant with refined glossy leaves, like as the Red Congo or Bird of Paradise, can balance things out.

Use Height to Your Advantage

When arranging your plants don’t forget to explore areas at eye level or higher. While taller plants such as Fiddle Leaf Fig Trees can usually only be displayed on the ground level, smaller plants give you the freedom to explore new heights. Here are some styling tips for getting plant off the ground:

• Get the most out of trailing plants like the Cascading Pothos by placing them on shelves and letting their vines grow out to create a lush jungle feel.

• If you have a medium-sized plant that is too big for a shelf and too small to serve as a focal point on its own try using a plant stand or end table to make it stand out.

Look For Leading Lines

When looking at your plants, ask yourself what direction their foliage naturally grows: utilizing the leading lines of a plant’s leaves can be the perfect way to draw attention to a certain area of the room. Typically you it is easiest to accomplish this with plants whose leaves point upwards or trail down, here are some examples of both types:

• Some plants whose leaves draw the eye up are the Snake Plant and the Zanzibar Gem. Use plants that point upwards to draw attention to the art on your walls or an interesting architectural feature on your ceiling.

• Plants whose trailing vines draw the eye downward are the those within the Pothos or Philodendron families. These sorts of plants can be artfully displayed on mantles or bookshelves to bring attention to your fireplace or can be placed on top of a shelf above key furniture pieces.

Keep It Colorful

While it can be tempting to perfectly color coordinate the wood of your plant’s stand to your coffee table variation is admittedly the spice of life. A way to play with color without things looking modge podge is to follow the Rule of Three from above. Typically you want to choose a primary color, a secondary color, and an accent color. Here are some other ways to make your space more colorful:

• Switch up planter colors, if you usually go for a simple white or black planters, try incorporating another color, even if it’s a neutral one like terracotta.

• Try a variegated plant for a splash of color directly on the leaves themselves. Some popular variegated varieties are the Philodendron Brasil or the Pink Rubber Tree.

Design With Your Plants’ Needs In Mind

And finally, don’t forget! No matter how beautifully you arrange indoor plants, things will start to look pretty ugly if their basic needs like light and humidity aren’t met. Make sure your plants get adequate light where they’re placed, and aren’t too close to air vents, heaters, or ACs. Now go off and arrange those plants like a pro!

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Born and raised in the South of France, model and activist Clémentine Desseaux (@bonjourclem) found a feeling of freedom and a lifestyle to love in the lush surroundings of Miami.

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How did you know this home was for you?

As soon as I stepped in it the first day I knew it was it. The original floors, the original fireplace details with gorgeous birds and plants on it. I loved how it was clean and redone but with the original touches that give it all its charm. The light was sooo important for me. I like to wake up and live with a lot of natural light, this place is drenched in light and beautiful palm trees views all around. Perfect for growing healthy plants! I also had a crush on those French windows! How cute!

A bright space that overlooks palm trees, the perfect setting for growing indoor tropical plants like the Bird of Paradise and Red Congo.

What inspires you when you decorate?

I am inspired by nature. I love everything tropical; animals, plants, decor. I have a great flying toucan planter, a jungle leaves wallpaper, a flamingo sculpture, art and images of tropical locations and scenes. Florida is my home and I love its nature, how I can hear the birds in the surrounding palm trees every morning, how I sometimes have a big lizard climbing on my window, or how I can pick up a giant avocado or a beautiful papaya in my friends’ trees. I love the lifestyle.

A Monstera Deliciosa grows in the bedroom with other tropical accents.

What are your plant care secrets?

I give them names. Each and every plant has a name. They used to be all girls, now we have a couple of boys. I talk to them every time i water them, cuddle their leaves and use spray on them in addition to just watering the soil. It’s like a morning dew everyday or so. They love it, I think! I also turn them once a week, so every side of them get some light. That’s about it. I have managed to keep them all alive so far, I went from killing every single one to mastering their growth. I am not sure what happened, I think it’s called quarantine. I needed company, they needed love. We found each other.

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Monstera Deliciosa

Braided Money Tree

Red Congo

Bird of Paradise

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Your bedroom should serve as an oasis – a place where you can unwind and recharge. Considering you spend ⅓ of your life in bed, having a bedroom that reflects your needs and wants is so important! Here are 5 easy steps to creating the ultimate bedroom sanctuary from Parachute.

Make the Most of Your Sleep Experience 

Bringing cozy, tactile textures into your bed creates a comfy sanctuary. Don’t be afraid to mix and match fabrics – linen quilts with percale sheets – to add dimension, warmth and interest. You also can’t have too many pillows on the bed. Not only do they provide for a comfortable sleep experience, they prop you up to just the right angle to enjoy a book and a cup of tea before bed. 

Create an Oasis 

Stick to a natural color palette in the bedroom to create a cozy and calm vibe. Keeping things minimal also helps to make the room look bigger. Soft greys, tan or shades of white provide warmth without being distracting. 

Keep it Cozy

Don’t forget about your bedroom floor! A rug is a beautiful accent in the bedroom and is a way to add more color and texture to a room. A braided wool rug provides the perfect amount of softness for your feet to land upon in the morning while looking incredibly chic. 

Let Outside In 

Bring the outside in. Plants add color and life to the bedroom, plus they clean the air. Snake Plants are excellent plants for the bedroom, and dried plants like lavender make a room feel welcoming while also adding a nice scent to the space. And maintenance is especially easy since dried plants tend to last for months. 

Ready to turn your bedroom into a lush oasis? Check out all the best plants for the bedroom.

Mirror Mirror on the Wall

Mirrors can help make a space look bigger, which can be particularly helpful if your bedroom is on the smaller side. The reflection adds depth to a room and amplifies light. A mirror can also serve as a beautiful piece of art!

Looking for the perfect plant for your bedroom sanctuary? See our recommendations for plants that pair well with better sleep.

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You know the feeling. Bare feet on warm concrete, humid summer air that makes your skin glow, and a casual dip in the water, surrounded by lush greenery. Summer is in full swing, and escape is calling.

Is there anything better than a few tunes to prime our senses? From faraway tropical oases to magical warm evenings in our own backyards, a new playlist has arrived to supplement your summer days, wherever they may be.

Enjoy!

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On the search for a stylish watering can that you don’t have to hide?

Whether a painful chore or a cherished ritual, watering your plants with a beautifully designed vessel will easily elevate your weekly routine. Our plant stylists have made a roundup of the best watering cans out there, and they’re just as stylish as the greenery itself. Ranging anywhere from $24 to upwards of $200, some of these are an absolute splurge but all will function beautifully as accent decor.

Anything specific to look for when purchasing an indoor watering can? Here are a few tips:

• Avoid extra large watering cans, even if you have a lot of plants. They can be uncomfortable to maneuver and lead to more spillage on the floor.

• Go for a cylindrical spout, which will help with precision particularly in hard to reach places! Avoid spouts that mimic rain, unless you’re only watering extra large plants. They will make a mess with smaller plants and are best suited for outdoor use.

• Material matters. Plastic for example is great as it’s very lightweight. Brass on the other hand will oxidize, giving it an antique or vintage look which can be nice but keep in mind that brass will not stay the same over time.

Now that you’re an expert, check out some of the best indoor watering cans out there!

Hay watering can

With an intake that doubles as a handle and an elongated spout for comofortable watering, this clean yet functional plastic watering can is a minimalist’s dream. $25

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House of Botanicals Watering Can

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication and that’s how it goes with this adorable, timeless watering can that also doubles as a mister. $24

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Nurture Watering Can

Skultana has produced fine metal objects for over 400 years. This brushed brass watering can is a piece of timeless decor that elevates the simplest of everyday routines. $180

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Hadron Watering Can

A gorgeous sand-colored watering can that can compete with your ceramics. $210

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Diva Watering can

Leave it to the Italians to name a watering can Diva. But what’s in a name? We love this sleek and curvaceous design by iconic Italian Alessi. $53

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Exotic vacations might not be on the calendar this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a bit of escapism from home. Indoor plants not only clean our air and boost our mood, they also can turn a dull corner into a beautiful oasis that looks and feels welcoming, calming, and refreshing. Kind of like vacation itself! So choose your destination, and bring a little piece it home with a tropical indoor plant.

Disconnect in Belize with the Parlor Palm

Palm trees come in all shapes and sizes, but what about one that fits neatly on a desk, shelf, or any other tabletop surface? The Parlor Palm is an adorable, pocket-size palm tree that requires minimal maintenance to keep the vacay vibes coming all year long.

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Relax in a Tulum paradise with the Bird of Paradise

There’s nothing that a few days in Tulum can’t cure. If you’ve got a case of the city blues, consider adding a lush Bird of Paradise to your home. These large-leaf statement plants instantly transform any space, and are incredibly easy to maintain and grow over time.

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Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s rainforest with the Bird’s Nest Fern

Craving the rainforest? Costa Rica is home to over 800 different varieties of the shade-loving fern. Bring the tropical rainforest vibes into your home with the Bird’s Nest Fern, a low-maintenance indoor plant that requires medium to bight indirect light and water once a week. With bright green tendrils that unfurl from the center, this plant will instantly satisfy your craving for nature.

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Stroll the hills of the Amalfi Coast with the Calathea Medallion

The Calathea Medallion may be a tropical plant, but its vibrant pink foliage will immediately transport you to the winding, narrow streets of Europe in summer: morning strolls, evening aperitifs, and bright bougainvillea every corner you turn.

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Soak up the lushness in Maui with the Monstera Deliciosa

No houseplant quite says “dreamy Hawaiian getaway” like the popular and easy-care Monstera Deliciosa. These split-leaf beauties become enormous in the wild, though they will remain relatively tame indoors.

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The gardening community has been producing practical indoor plant care books and manuals for decades. Today, so many of us look to the internet for information and inspiration on indoor plants, but there’s nothing like cracking open a beautiful book on the subject. Whether it’s for your own personal growth or as a gift for a plant-loving friend, here are our favorite books that not only cover some of the basics of practical plant care but also dive into the world of living with and styling beautiful indoor greenery.

The New Plant Parent by Darryl Cheng

Best for: New plant parents! And anyone looking to deepen their relationship and understanding of their leafy companions.

Darryl Cheng of House Plant Journal knows a thing or two about practical plant care. His book is a wonderfully holistic introduction to the world of indoor plants, and focuses primarily on developing the intuitive sense we know as “green thumb”.

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The House Gardener by Isabelle Palmer

Best for: DIYers and those looking to get their hands dirty.

From moss walls to greenhouse terrariums, this book by The Balcony Gardener’s Isabelle Palmer is a fun introduction to hands-on projects for small urban spaces.

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Wonder Plants by Irene Schampaert

Best for: architecture and interior lovers, plant styling inspiration, and unique coffee table decor.

From Antwerp to Tokyo and everywhere in between, Wonder Plants is a visual journey through beautiful green-inspired spaces. Best for gaining inspiration, this book also includes some practical plant care information.

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The Little Book of Cacti And Other Succulents by Emma Sibley

Best for: those looking to create a boho cacti collection.

The name says it all. This adorable little pocket book covers over 60 different varieties of cacti and succulents worth adding to your collection, including care tips, trivia, and more.

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Grow in the Dark by Lisa Eldred Steinkopf 

Best for: urbanites living in dimly-lit spaces.

You don’t need to have tons of light to enjoy the benefits of indoor greenery, and this book is proof. Discover and learn about the low-light beauties that bring just as much joy as their sun-loving counterparts.

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House of Plants: Living with Succulents, Air Plants and Cacti by Rose Ray & Caro Langton

Best for: practical coffee table decor.

The perfect balance of plant care and plant styling, this book makes not just a beautiful decor object but also a practical handbook for taking care of and styling some of the most popular indoor plants.

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