Holiday “Cactus” (Schlumbergera varieties)
Have you noticed the odd-looking plants with neon bright flowers blooming since Halloween? You may know them as Thanksgiving cactus, Christmas cactus or Crab Cactus. Whatever you call them, they're certainly bright and cheerful, and bring a bold bloom of color indoors during the winter months.
Love in a Houseplant – Heart-Shaped Houseplants
While roses are red and violets are blue, consider gifting your Valentine something different this year. What better way to say “long-term relationship” than with a heart-inspired houseplant? Let love blossom as your love does with these gorgeous, eye-catching, heart-shaped plants. Ruhlig Farms & Gardens has so many options for you to choose from, but […]
Kokedama: Easy How-To Instructions
Are you a gardener with a minimalist vibe? Well then, kokedama will give you all the right feels! What is Kokedama?Kokedama, loosely translated as “ball of moss,” has become a popular trend in recent years, and for good reason. This Japanese art form eliminates planting pot use by wrapping moss around the root ball to […]
Successful Indoor Succulent Garden
Succulents make charming, easy-care additions to your houseplant collection. This popular plant group will add a unique assortment of fleshy, fantastically colored foliage to your home to be enjoyed year-round. What Are Succulents? If you are familiar with aloe, agave, jade, or snake plants, you already know some of the most popular succulents. What distinguishes […]
Bloom Phalaenopsis, Bloom!
Elegant Phalaenopsis, or moth orchid, is said to be the easiest orchid to coax into bloom. Although this is true, you must first be aware of the basic needs of this plant in order to be successful.