This wasn’t the typical makeover, as I had to outfit the entire studio apartment. Here’s how it turned out.
Read moreOne of the best balcony gardens in Singapore
If you’re lucky to have a balcony in your urban abode and you just happen to live in the tropics, then you may want to draw some inspiration from James Ipy’s balcony garden in Singapore.
Read moreMaking a woodland terrarium for the home.
Terrariums can be as simple or as elaborate as you would like, provided that you have some basic elements—namely stones and charcoal to help create a drainage medium—and of course a terrarium!
There is a sense of whimsy that comes with a terrarium full of plants. In a way, you—the planter—become a cross between god and a Lilliputian landscape architect, carefully creating and devising a miniature ecosystem, that when planned out well, can pretty much take care of itself.
Read moreTurn a vintage sled into a DIY plant shelf
An earlier shot of my kitchen when the heart leaf philodendrons were still bushy and far less curtain-like than they are today. Photo: JAG Studios.
If you're able to affix objects securely from your ceiling, then you may want to consider converting your old toboggan into a plant shelf and cup and pot holder.
Read moreMake a DIY mason jar succulent garden for a gift this holiday
Mason jar succulent gardens require very little care, which means that they are a perfect gift for those who claim to have a "black thumb".
A mason jar succulent garden proves to be a most delightful (and affordable) gift for a friend. Plus, you can use any extra branches that you find on the street from tossed out wreathes and Christmas trees to add some beautiful touches.
Read more15 plants that bloom indoors in winter
It can get pretty drab in winter, which may make you want to grab for some fresh cut flowers, but instead, why not consider these popular winter bloomers (with roots!) instead.
Read moreCreate an air plant "living art sculpture" for the home
Holding a Tillandsia xerographica, which can get quite large in its native habitat.
Tillandsia, or air plants, as they are commonly called, are popular to have in one's home and can look extraordinarily beautiful as a living art sculpture.
Read moreHow to organize a Plant Swap like a pro!
It's official—our inaugural Plant Swap in NYC went off without a hitch and it was so much fun! If you're looking to do one in your neighborhood or city, here are 10 steps to help you organize your own Plant Swap.
Read moreAirBNB x Homestead Brooklyn
Homestead Brooklyn is teaming up with AirBNB to offer Urban Oases Garden Tours in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Read moreBarcroft TV house tour
Barcroft TV took a spin by my home to spy on the latest plants.
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