You may know them as painted nettles or poor man’s croton, depending on where you are, but for many of us we know them simply as coleus plants (Coleus blumei). I, for one, love them, as do many others. They have some of the most amazingly colored foliage—in combinations …

African violets are native to East Africa and originate from the tropical rainforests of Tanzania and Kenya. In 1892, German colonial officer Walter von Saint Paul-Illaire identified these plants and sent seeds back to Germany. The genus came to be known as Saintpaulia, although the plants have recently been recategorized …

Make the outside of your home as festive as the inside with these exterior Christmas decoration ideas. Be inspired by beautiful greenery, twinkling light displays and other outdoor Christmas decorations that bring seasonal cheer to your door. You don’t have to limit your outdoor Christmas decorations to traditional red and …

Candles were once used only for illumination and religious festivals. Nowadays, they have become the norm in our home decor. Adding a candle to your space can not only provide a peaceful and charming glow, but it can also enhance its overall design. There are so many different ways to …

  A ubiquitous feature of the fall season, the humble cone is often found scattered beneath conifer branches. The well-known woody cone with overlapping scales spiraling in the Fibonacci sequence is actually the female. Beneath these scales are seeds that are wind-pollinated by the smaller, herbaceous male cones. While still …

Glowing strings of lights, lush greenery, sparkling ornaments and colorful Christmas bows are just some of the essentials needed to transform your home into a winter wonderland. For most of us, the Christmas cheer starts long before December 25 – we think it starts as early as you start decorating. …

Here are the steps for setting a stylish centerpiece for Christmas table Keep it simple Most holiday gatherings are casual, according to Internet foodies. While there’s nothing wrong with a fancy, sit-down dinner, it usually results in more work for the hostess. I prefer to spend more time with my …

Light greens add color to a predominantly white palette. Accents of wood brown, terracotta and gold add warmth to the design. The resulting fresh, natural aesthetic contrasts wonderfully with the season. Or for an even more natural vibe, ease up on the lighter tones and embrace a variety of shades …

Christmas decoration does not necessarily mean maximalism. In this quiet, moody vignette, artist and designer John Derian simply hung an evergreen wreath above a door frame, packed a basket full of oversized metal baubles, and hung a delicate sprig of paper mistletoe from the cabinet. Subtle, simple – and timeless. …

If you want to use ribbon to hang your wreath but your door is made of metal or fiberglass and you can’t add staples to the top of the door, you can still hang your wreath with a ribbon. Determine where you want the wreath to sit on the door …