Taming the Potted Beast: History of the Houseplant considering factors like light

considering factors like light

This compact plant adds a lively pop of color to any indoor space

• Temperature: Ideal in temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

The Bird’s Nest Fern thrives in low to medium indirect light and is relatively low-maintenance

making it a safe choice for animal-friendly homes

Taming the Potted Beast: History of the Houseplant considering factors like lightPeople have had plant companions since the hanging gardens of Babylonbut how did we start keeping plants in our living spaces, and why? From ancient Rome to Victorian England, this botanical adventure takes you through the colorful and curious history of the not so humble houseplant. Taming the Potted Beast presents the history of plant human relations in an entertaining narrative, detailing surprisingly dramatic stories of houseplant cultivation and