by Lisa Steinkopf | Jan 8, 2020 | #TuesdayTidbits, BLOG, Cactus and Succulents, Ferns, Foliage Houseplants, Garden Center, gesneriads, Houseplant Flowers
Why visit a greenhouse in the winter? If you live in a climate with snow and freezing temperatures you need a nice warm place to be. A greenhouse or conservatory is a tropical oasis that is warm, humid, and smells like heaven. Earth and flowers. I was at Graye’s... 
by Lisa Steinkopf | Aug 14, 2019 | #TuesdayTidbits, BLOG, Foliage Houseplants, Houseplant Care, Houseplant Help, Houseplant Profile
The ubiquitous asparagus fern. I put it in many of my outdoor containers as I feel it adds a soft filler that goes well with every plant. Did you know that they make great houseplants? Let’s talk about how to care for your asparagus fern inside. A bit of history... 
by Lisa Steinkopf | Feb 10, 2019 | BLOG, Ferns, Foliage Houseplants, Garden Center, Houseplant Flowers
Are you looking for a special gift for your Valentine? I live in the Detroit area and am going to show you some items I’ve purchased and would love to receive as a gift. I’m sure anyone who loves plants would agree. Why give your significant other a... 
by Lisa Steinkopf | Sep 20, 2018 | BLOG, Foliage Houseplants, Garden Center
This has been the summer of sentimentality for me and so I am continuing with another heirloom plant. It doesn’t have to be from a family member to be special. This one I bought from a local greenhouse that I have been going to for years and it and the owners... 
by Lisa Steinkopf | Feb 9, 2017 | African violets, BLOG, gesneriads, Houseplant Care, Houseplant Flowers, Houseplant Profile, Public Gardens
Last night I went to my monthly African violet club meeting. At each meeting, we discuss different topics, not only African violets but other members of the family as well. I took pictures of many of the host’s beautiful plants and some that were brought by...
