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Terrain: The Houseplant Book
An Insider's Guide to Cultivating and Collecting the Most Sought-After Specimens
Melissa Lowrie3.3
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About
Secrets of the Houseplant Hunters
Terrain's plant experts travel the world in search of the most unusual and interesting houseplants. In this inspiring and practical guide, they share their favorite specimens: exotic and eclectic ferns, like the skeleton fork, a primitive (and unfussy) predecessor to the family; new aroids to feed that monstera obsession; and adventurous trailing plants like dischidia, which is found cascading from tree branches in its native Thailand; plus succulents and cacti, indoor trees, the best low-care plants, and "rule breakers" like bamboo muhly grass that can make an unexpected move indoors.
Along the way, Terrain introduces their favorite independent growers-passionate plant lovers who are creating new hybrids and bringing back old-school specimens to the market. And readers learn Terrain's way of styling and overarching philosophy on care: the most important thing we can give our plants is our presence. A fresh approach to the houseplant category, featuring fabulous, unusual specimens and tours of growers, botanical gardens, and private collections around the world-from beloved gardening brand Terrain.
Contents
Introduction
Caring for Houseplants
One
A Curious Conservatory: The Evocative & Eclectic World of Ferns
Two
Trendsetters: Aroid Mania
Three
Ramblers: Vining & Trailing Plants
Four
Pop Art: Colorful & Highly Patterned Plants
Five
Small Wonders: Petite & Delicate Plants
Six
Drama Class: Trees, Tropicals & Other Statement Specimens
Seven
Living Sculptures: Sun-Loving Succulents & Cacti
Eight
Unfussy Friends: Low-Light & Low-Maintenance Problem Solvers
Nine
Rule Breakers: Unexpected Indoor Plants
Glossary
Resources
Acknowledgments
Index
Terrain's plant experts travel the world in search of the most unusual and interesting houseplants. In this inspiring and practical guide, they share their favorite specimens: exotic and eclectic ferns, like the skeleton fork, a primitive (and unfussy) predecessor to the family; new aroids to feed that monstera obsession; and adventurous trailing plants like dischidia, which is found cascading from tree branches in its native Thailand; plus succulents and cacti, indoor trees, the best low-care plants, and "rule breakers" like bamboo muhly grass that can make an unexpected move indoors.
Along the way, Terrain introduces their favorite independent growers-passionate plant lovers who are creating new hybrids and bringing back old-school specimens to the market. And readers learn Terrain's way of styling and overarching philosophy on care: the most important thing we can give our plants is our presence. A fresh approach to the houseplant category, featuring fabulous, unusual specimens and tours of growers, botanical gardens, and private collections around the world-from beloved gardening brand Terrain.
Contents
Introduction
Caring for Houseplants
One
A Curious Conservatory: The Evocative & Eclectic World of Ferns
Two
Trendsetters: Aroid Mania
Three
Ramblers: Vining & Trailing Plants
Four
Pop Art: Colorful & Highly Patterned Plants
Five
Small Wonders: Petite & Delicate Plants
Six
Drama Class: Trees, Tropicals & Other Statement Specimens
Seven
Living Sculptures: Sun-Loving Succulents & Cacti
Eight
Unfussy Friends: Low-Light & Low-Maintenance Problem Solvers
Nine
Rule Breakers: Unexpected Indoor Plants
Glossary
Resources
Acknowledgments
Index