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Indoor elegance Indoor plants are natural, living decor, bringing a room to life, changing the mood, and adding colour and texture. Here’s how to use it to create a beautiful, tranquil space. 26 Get It Joburg West March 2020 Trending trees Indoor trees are the hottest trend in interior scaping. Weeping Fig (Ficus benjamina) is a popular indoor tree, growing up to 2m, with arching stems and glossy green leaves. Good for a light corner, on either side of a window, well-lit passage or patio. Plants need moderate watering, and liquid fertiliser once a month in summer. Spritz the leaves to keep them dust-free. Light-green leaves indicate a lack of nutrition. Leaf drop may be caused by under or over-watering, or a change in temperature.
The dark side ZZ plant (Zamioculcas) grows just about anywhere, including in areas of low light, although it does better in brighter light. It is also valued for its air-purifying qualities. Plants can survive an amazing amount of neglect, because they need very little water, especially if grown in low light. Let the soil dry out between watering. A spritz of water on the leaves helps with humidity and removes dust. Give them a liquid feed once in spring and again in summer. Peace in the home The peace lily (Spathiphyllum) not only removes certain household toxins but also filters unpleasant odours and produces clean oxygen. This compact, well-shaped plant fits any decor style. Needing only low light to grow, it’s ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchens. Water once a week, and don’t over-water. It is sensitive to cold. Indoor elegance There is nothing more graceful or elegant than Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid). Grow plants in glass containers to display the roots. Plants flower for up to three months and are easy to care for. They need strong, bright indirect light, and high humidity for the best growth and flowers. Drop two ice-cubes on the top of the plant once a week; this will supply enough water. Alternatively, run water through the potting mix for one minute every three to 10 days, depending on the season. Good for beginners Sansevieria ‘Golden Futura’ always looks elegant, doesn’t wilt, and doesn’t take up much space, which is why it has become such a popular indoor plant with interior designers. It is happy in a well-lit room or home office, and only needs watering when the potting mix feels dry. Indestructible anthuriums You don’t need green fingers to keep anthuriums alive. They last indoors for many years, needing bright indirect light in a warm room. Let the soil dry out slightly between watering and don’t let the plant stand in water. There are large as well as dwarf varieties in a great colour range – from dark red/ black, to salmon, pink, yellow, shades of red, white, as well as bicolours. #SpekboomChallenge! This challenge is set to make big waves on the local eco-conservation scene. Growing your own Spekboom is as easy as breaking off a shoot of the plant and potting it in some well-drained soil. Ensure that your plant gets enough sunshine and it should maintain its bright green appearance for years to come. HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED Start in your garden (or on your balcony) by planting and propagating Spekboom. Challenge friends – Take a picture of your Spekboom plants and post it on social media. Add the hashtag #Spekboomchallenge and tag friends and family to challenge them to plant Spekboom plants too. Make it a team project – Do you have access to a communal garden where you live or work? Find out if you can implement a #Spekboomchallenge and invite colleagues or neighbours to help beautify the space with Spekboom. It’s a great way to get to know your colleagues and neighbours better. Plant Spekboom at schools – Find out if your children’s school is taking part in the #Spekboomchallenge and how you can help. Are you in? Fun fact: The Spekboom plant only requires 250 – 350ml of water per year to survive! March 2020 Get It Joburg West 27
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