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.
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In the wintertime, many gardeners in colder regions seek to bring nature indoors by growing houseplants. Here are five low-maintenance, easy-growing plants that are just right for indoor conditions.
Nicole Sanchez |
Feb 2019 |
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