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5 Sensational Succulent Arrangement Ideas For A Showstopping Container Anyone Can Try Combining the vast number of forms, colors, and textures is one way to capitalize on your succulent arrangement ideas. There are over 10,000 varieties of succulents, although some are not as commonly available for the home gardener. Some of the best ways to showcase your succulents involve inventive container garden themes, mixing up heights, locations and container types. Succulent plant arrangement ideas are limited only by available plants and your imagination. Visit any nursery or garden center, and you’ll be inspired by all the choices. Pick a unique container, make sure it has drainage holes, and get ready to have some fun!   Succulent Terrarium Mason Jar Garden Kit Thi...

Snake plants are common houseplants, grown for their exotic spear-like leaves and their nifty air purification qualities, but are snake plants toxic to dogs? While you seem to have found the perfect low maintenance, ultra-cool houseplant, did you perhaps neglect to consider if a snake plant is dog safe? Don’t fret but let’s dive right into it. Keep reading to see if a snake plant is poisonous to dogs.Are Snake Plants Toxic to Dogs?If you’re a houseplant fan as well as a dog owner, you probably know that some plants are poisonous to dogs, but are snake plants safe for them? Are snake plants toxic to dogs?Unfortunately, the answer is yes, the snake plant is toxic to dogs.Also called golden bird’s nest and mother-in-law's tongue, the snake plant contains compounds called saponins. Saponins ar...

You might expect a houseplant named the variegated spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum 'Vittatum') to be somewhat rare and harder to find than other spider plants, but that is not the case at all. In fact, the variegated variety – also called the “variegated airplane plant” - is the most common spider plant around. It's a stunner, with arching, strappy green leaves that have ivory stripes down the center.Variegated Spider Plant CareLike all spider plants, 'Vittatum' has a mounding habit and grows miniature baby spider plants on long, pale, arching stems. It's as easy to care for as a houseplant can be and really dresses up a hanging basket.LightVariegated spider plant care is not difficult since these tolerant plants accept varying degrees of light exposure. For tip-top results, locate your...