Houseplants

Ficus benjamina mix / P17 Ficus benjamina mix / P17 Ficus benjamina are celebrated for their glossy foilage and are a very adaptable houseplant. Also as an added bonus it will purify and filters toxins within the surrounding air. Commonly referred to as the 'Weeping Fig' Can be toxic for pets. Bright light is what keeps the weeping fig happy, that is partially shaded. A spot that receives some sun and shade during the day is great. Allow the compost to dry to a certain extent (at the top) between each watering with tepid filtered or distilled water. Over-watering and under-watering can cause the leaves to drop.

Ficus micr. 'Ginseng' / P12

Spathiphyllum 'Lima' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial plant with dark, glossy green leaves. The flowers are produced in a spadix, surrounded by long, white, yellowish or greenish spathe that lasts for weeks.

Commonly known as 'Peace Lily', this plant contains calcium axalate crystals which may cause skin irritation. It is mildly toxic to humans and animals when ingested, caution is advised.

Characteristics:

• Type: Flowering Tropical Plant
• Colour: White or Yellow
• Height & Width: H 0.6m x W 0.2m
• Flowers: Spring
• Position: Moderate to bright indirect light.

'Green Lady' is a clump-forming, evergreen fern with erect to arching, lance-shaped, pinnate fronds on wiry stems. During the growing season, water moderately with soft water and apply a half-strength balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Water sparingly in winter.

Characteristics:

• Type: Evergreen Fern
• Colour: Green
• Height & Spread: H 1m x S 1m
• Hardiness: H1b - Grown outside in the summer
• Position: Partial Shade

Phalaenopsis are a great beginner orchid as they are easy maintenance. The long-lasting flowers bloom perfectly for up to three months. The flowering intervals vary with each plant, and you may be treated to a bloom as often as twice a year.

Characteristics:

• Colour: Pink/White
• Height & Spread: H 1m x S 1m
• Flowers: Spring to Summer
• Position: Bright light, shaded from direct sunlight

Jade Plant is one of the most popular and versatile succulents in cultivation.The Jade is grown indoors and borrows itself from the bonsai in the way it grows like a miniature tree, with a trunk and branches. It is also a succulent that will retain water well within the leaves, just like the cactus plant.

This succulent is a hardy fellow and has two main requirements for a healthy long life, which is water and plenty of light.The leaves of this cultivar take on beautiful "sunset" hues with the upper portion of the leaves having a golden yellow color and the edges ochre, especially during the cooler months of the year.

• Pot Size Supplied: P8.5
• Max Height: 3ft

Jade Plant is one of the most popular and versatile succulents in cultivation.The Jade is grown indoors and borrows itself from the bonsai in the way it grows like a miniature tree, with a trunk and branches. It is also a succulent that will retain water well within the leaves, just like the cactus plant.

This succulent is a hardy fellow and has two main requirements for a healthy long life, which is water and plenty of light. It's important to keep the plant watered during the growing season (spring, summer) and drier during the dormant season (fall, winter). However, even during the growing season, the soil should be allowed to dry out fully between waterings, as jade is very susceptible to rot.

• Pot Size Supplied: P10.5
• Max Height: 3ft

A small, compact variegated form of Sansevieria trifasciata, also known as the Bird's Nest sansevieria. Very drought tolerant and easy to grow. Will not get taller than 6 inches. Makes offsets and will fill a pot nicely.

• Cpmmon Names: Mpther in Laws tongue
• Pot Size Supplied: P7

With the graceful common name 'peace lily', Spathiphyllum is an easy care, low light houseplant. It also removes many toxins from indoor air including formaldehyde and ammonia.

Ideally, keep the soil evenly moist (not wet!) Otherwise water thoroughly when the soil just becomes dry but do not let the plant sit in water.

Regular house temperatures to slightly on the warm side are ideal for the Peace Lily. Avoid hot or cold drafts.

This set of 6 mixed (un-named and un-labelled) cacti make a great starter collection, and will look fab lined up on a bright windowsill, potted up together into one large bowl-shaped planter, or an open terrarium-style planter. They are incredibly easy to look after, so make a great option for the first-time house plant gardener. Please note however that as this is a mixed collection, the plants you receive may be different varieties to those in the photo.

Place it in a bright spot and in spring and summer, water when the compost gets dry, but make sure it never sits in excess water for any length of time. In autumn cut back on the water and keep it almost dry throughout the winter - watering only if it starts to look a bit shrivelled. Avoid a humid atmosphere (no bathrooms or steamy kitchens) and in the warmer months, open a window or door occasionally so it can enjoy the fresh air.

Aloe Vera is a hugely popular plant for a multitude of reasons; from health, to skin care to hair growth and even surface burn relief. Aloe Vera is proven to contain vitamins and enzymes that detoxify and support the immune system, lower cholesterol and blood sugar, help with digestion, provide a boost of vitamins, and also help with acne and dehydrated skin.

Aloe Vera is a really easy plant to care for. Aloe Vera thrive best in indirect sunlight, as although they soak up the sun willingly, too much can cause browning. Also, on the other end of the spectrum, frost can cause damage to Aloe Vera so make sure to protect your plant during the winter months.

Adianthum raddianum 'Fragans' is a very delicate fern from the West Indies. The stems are black in colour with beautiful lime green leaves. Very easy to grow but needs high humidity, do not place in direct sun!

Characteristics:

• Colour: Green
• Height & Spread: H 0.5m x S 0.4m
• Hardiness: Tender (indoors Only)
• Position: Area with low light, not ideal for windowsills