How NOT to kill your Boston Fern, and maybe even get it to thrive. De-mystifying over-wintering, and general care instructions for your fabulous green friend.

Orchids (phalaenopsis) are a great bedroom plant as they remove xylene from the air and release oxygen at night.

...you can purify your environment, and remove the chemical toxins from your air at the same time as making it a beautiful, zen space.

Monstera Adansonii is a great option to purify the air in your home and office - it's one of the 10 best air purifying indoor plants according to NASA's study.

...reduce the risk for respiratory issues by purifying air in your home with specific plants that help reduce indoor air pollution, but you can also create an atmosphere of beauty that supports mental health and reduces stress at the same time.

The NASA Clean Air Study found that certain plants can act as natural air filters to remove organic molecules such as benzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene.

The Tradescantia genus is a very popular plant because of it's low care requirements and large variety. It has beautiful colored leaves with a wide variety to choose from. They range from the very trendy Nanouk, to vibrant rare quadri-colors to the traditional Zebrina commonly known as "Wandering Jew". Tradescantias are mostly used as hanging plants. They are low maintenance plants that are great for beginners.

The Tradescantia is very easy to propagate from cuttings. Cuttings can be taken anywhere on the plant and root very easily, as long as they have a shoot or leaf bud on them. Make your cut just below a node (the place where a leaf or shoot attaches to the main stem). For the best results, when cutting use a sharp blade to avoid bruising the stems. It is commonly rooted in water or soil, though I prefer rooting in water because it makes measurements and labeling easier.

Coleus is a fantastic houseplant. Even the coleus with the most unusual of leaf shapes, colors, and patterns. Coleus is a super easy plant to grow and is great for beginners. The coleus plant is not difficult to care for- in fact, it thrives on neglect! Coleuses have been cultivated for centuries as ornamental plants because of their colorful leaves which come in many shapes, sizes and variegated patterns.