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 The Best Low-Light Indoor Plants to Brighten Up Your Home Beautify a dimly lit corner with these indoor plants for low light. If sunlight doesn’t stream through large windows, low-light indoor plants are the way to go when choosing greenery for your home. All plants need some light to grow, but a variety of vines, ferns, and leafy plants will do well in dim areas of a room. So, brighten up a not-so-sunny spot in your living room or office with these beautiful houseplants that thrive even in low-light settings. 1. Adanson’s Monstera Create a tropical getaway in your living room with Monstera adansonii. Also known as the Swiss cheese plant, this vining tropical plant produces bright green, attractively cut leaves. Its long, trailing stems make it a good choice for a hanging basket. If you want to keep the plant short, prune back the vining branches. If you want to make more to expand your collection, cuttings can easily be rooted in water. Water your monstera whenever t...

Here are some fast-growing species to consider Many trees can take a while to establish themselves, so if you’re impatient, need an area to look beautiful in a hurry, want some fast-growing privacy trees, or are creating a garden from scratch, you may want to choose one or two fast-growing trees. Remember that most fast-growing trees will reach a considerable size, so make sure you have plenty of room for them to grow, and don’t plant them too close to a border or house. Some of the larger trees may have more compact cultivars available if you have limited space. Others can be grown as a hedge, which is a good option if you need to create a border. 1. Rowan The fast-growing rowan or mountain ash (Sorbus aucuparia) is a British native that grows well in a variety of soils. It has beautiful, feathery leaves that turn yellow in autumn. The clusters of white flowers give way to berries, which are popular with birds, making it a great choice for a wildlife garden. 2. Silver Bir...

 Indoor Plants for Corners Large indoor plants are great for filling empty corners of your home and adding a touch of nature and elegance. Perfect for those looking to spruce up their living space, here is a collection of indoor plants that can elevate the aesthetic of any corner of your home. 1. Monstera deliciosa Often called the Swiss cheese plant, the Monstera deliciosa is famous for its large, dissected leaves that create a striking visual impact. This plant is not only a unique piece but also a low-maintenance choice, thriving in medium to bright indirect light. It can grow up to 10 feet tall, making it perfect for corners that need a touch of personality. 2. Fiddle Leaf Fig The fiddle leaf fig has taken the design world by storm with its dramatic leaves shaped like a violin. This tree can reach heights of 6 feet or more, making it a great choice for filling tall corners. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires regular watering to keep its leaves lookin...

Crisp White and Green Selections That Thrive in the Heat 1. The Rule of Three "Instead of a boxwood or other shrub, you can use containers to anchor a space or garden bed," says landscape designer Carmen Johnston of Bespoke Garden Plans in Thomaston, Georgia. What's the trick to making it work? When choosing your containers, choose three that are the same shape and material — one small, one medium, and one large. She chose 'Cora Cascade Polka Dot' vinca as the base for all the containers. In the second container, she brought in 'White Delight' caladiums and 'Lemon Twist' plectranthus for height. In the largest container, she filled the same plants with 'Kimberly Queen' ferns, 'Peppermint' strap-leaf caladiums, and creeping jennies for warm, summery color. These are low-maintenance choices because, as Johnston says, “they can handle intense heat and full sun.” 2. Garden Type “We don’t need to add flowers to create a beau...

 Companion Plants for Hostas  Companion plants for hostas typically grow from 6 to 24 inches tall and help in different ways. Some provide shade with their leaves, while others attract beneficial insects or repel pests, making the area better for hostas. They thrive in similar shady settings, and with the right care and planting, you can create a great environment for hostas in just one growing season. We’ve compiled a list of 7 of the best companion plants to grow with hostas in your garden that will help them thrive and stay healthy. These include common choices like ferns and astilbe, as well as floral options like bleeding hearts and coral bells. 1. Astilbe Astilbe are perfect for gardens with partial sun or shade, as they thrive in moist, well-drained soil. Their fluffy plumes gradually fill in garden beds as they grow slowly to a moderate pace. It is best to plant in spring or fall so that the roots have time to establish themselves before harsh summer or wi...