Archive for December 2009

December 3, 2009

 

Succulent Red Cactus

Neglectable Houseplants

Succulents are commonly known as "neglectable plants" for their ability to thrive in otherwise inhospitable conditions of little water and sunshine.

December 10, 2009

 

a bunch of bright orange clivia flowers.

Houseplants As Gifts: Anthuriums And Clivias

Anthuriums and Clivias manage to thrive indoors despite the inhospitable winter climate. This makes these houseplants great holiday gifts that keep on giving.

December 17, 2009

 

a flower arrangement of red and white flowers in a Christmas vase surrounded with ornaments and holiday beads.

Buds and Blooms: Easy And Economical Holiday Flower Arrangements

In the days leading up to the holidays, flower lovers start thinking about how flowers can be used as part of their seasonal decorations.

December 24, 2009

 

a Christmas wreath adorned with fruit, flowers and pinecones on a red door.

Louise B. Fisher: Flower Arranger For Colonial Williamsburg

Louise B. Fisher's traditional yet creative approach was a major force in defining an American style of flower arranging.

December 31, 2009

 

a small bouquet of purple hyacinth in a glass jar filled with water.

Growing Flowers Indoors: Hyacinth Glass

If we grow a hyacinth indoors in winter, the perfume will fill the house. Try finding a hyacinth glass for this purpose in an antique store or garden center.

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