As winter months drag on, some people with the gardening gene find themselves seeking to bring nature indoors. Houseplants are one way to address that desire. Here are five easy ones that will bring the greenery inside.
Nicole Sanchez |
Feb 2019 |
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Photo: Oregon State University (Cropped from original)
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