Houseplants

How to Propagate Houseplants

What if you could make copies of your favorite houseplant? You can! Many common houseplants are easily multiplied, or propagated, asexually. Learn the basics of three simple methods for propagating many common houseplants.

By Sara Epstein

Q&A with Bonsai Gardener David Castro

By Sarah Gowanlock

Grow Aquatic Houseplants in a Mini-Aquascape (with Shrimp)

An aquascape is a small aquatic ecosystem in a glass container—like a terrarium but water-based instead of soil-based. These instructions are for a simple version with plants, algae, and small shrimp.

By Michelle Inciarrano

ZZ Plant: A Narrative Guide

Is this common office plant with a reputation for being "easy" interesting enough for a curious plant enthusiast?

By Lee Patrick

Learn to Create an Indoor Orangerie

You can grow citrus fruits indoors if you choose the right varieties and you learn how to care for them.

By Tom McClendon

Bonsai Styles

Bonsai styles can be grouped in many ways. Five basic forms derive their names from the tree’s angle of growth from a container and provide a common starting point for exploring styles.

By Pauline F. Muth

Fool-Proof Houseplants

As BBG’s Native Flora Garden curator, Uli Lorimer works hard to nurture plants in the great outdoors, yet he is also an expert at choosing plants that thrive in much less ideal conditions—a New York City apartment.

By BBG Staff

Preserve Your Cut Flowers with This Simple Recipe

Your Valentine's Day bouquet will last a little longer if you use a preservative. Try this easy-to-make recipe.

By BBG Staff

Water Gardening Indoors

Learn how to grow aquatic plants indoors in containers. Using the proper right techniques, mediums, and plant choices, you can create a lovely, soothing water garden in your home.

By Scott D. Appell

Growing Chile Peppers Indoors

It's a challenge to grow chile peppers indoors. Like tomatoes, they need an environment that's warmer and brighter than most homes. However, growing chiles indoors is a worthwhile project if you don't have a garden.

By Susan Belsinger