Tropical Plants
We are absolutely obsessed with this brand!! They design and create some of the most spectacular planters we have seen. We love their sophistication and the way they can really transform the space.
Can't you just imagine your office space or lobby getting a 2017 upgrade??
After the holidays one of the most frequently asked questions is ....
"Can I get my poinsettia to bloom again?!"
In short ... Yes! (but it takes time!)
Here's how...
1. During the winter months give it as much light as possible (without direct sunlight)
2. Keep it well watered, but DO NOT fertilize
3. In the early spring (April) cut it back to about 8" high
4. Be sure to remove any colored bracts (leaves) that are left
5. Start to fertilize with houseplant food every other week.
6. In late September you need to give the plant 9-10 hours of good light per day and 14-15 hours of complete darkness for the rest of the day.
7. By the first of December begin treating it like a regular houseplant
Best of luck!! It can be a fun challenge with a colorful reward in a year!
This is the time of year that your local nurseries (and grocery stores and Home Depot and the list goes on) have stocked up the ever popular holiday favorite plant: the Poinsettia!
These plants come in all sorts of colors now and can be just so beautiful! But the real question is: How do you keep them ALIVE?!
Well, we are here to help! Here are some get tips for keeping that poinsettia of yours thriving through the holiday season.
Lighting Preference: High (so if you can, place your poinsettia in a really sunny and happy spot)
Water Needs: Moist at all times (but be sure that it's not wet, you can quickly kill a plant with over watering) If you keep your poinsettia in a plastic saucer, we actually suggest that you water through the saucer. The soil in the pot will soak up the water from the base of the saucer.
Water Stress Symptoms: Sheds yellow leaves then the poinsettia is too dry. Sheds green lease and colored bracts (what looks like the flower) then the poinsettia has much to much water.
Other tips: A. Add 1/2" of water to the saucer B. In low light, keep the soil on the dryer side C. Use room temp water D. Remove yellow leaves E. Keep poinsettia in a warm location, they don't like being cold.
Good Luck! We'd love to hear how your poinsettia is doing!
Introducing plants into your office or lobby really enhances and improves the space. Plants and containers are chosen to fit the aesthetic and can bring in a different element to the space. What I love most though is that, with the right design, it can totally transform an area!
By adding the right elements in the right spots a modern lobby can look even more modern; or it can make a homey office space feel that much more homey! Take a look at a few of the interior plant trends that I really like and let me know what you think!! Do you like them? Too much? Not enough? Do you think they transform the space?
Harding Botanicals is hiring!!
1) We are looking for a lover of plants & people to take care of many accounts in the Boston and Cambridge areas. We are seeking a self-motivated, independent, high‐energy Horticultural Technician!
Knowledge of tropical plants and insect identification a plus, but will train the right person. Must have the ability to develop and manage relationships with clients. A creative background with an eye for detail and maintaining a high standard on our accounts is always important.
2) Holiday season is (for us) fast approaching and we are looking for seasonal installers who are organized, love to work hard, make buildings sparkle with holiday cheer!!
We look forward to hearing from you!! Please send all inquiries and resumes to bh@hardingbotanicals.com