For homeowners whose houseplants need rejuvenating, Ziggy Shumate, nursery manager for Horticare Companies in Little Rock, has some advice. Take them outside, and replant them in your outdoor containers with a mix of blooming annuals for a fresh look that will fare well throughout the growing season.
“Houseplants that have been living in a small container too long stop thriving because they become root bound,” says Shumate. “Moving them to a larger container gives them room to spread out.” The plants’ textural leaves and variety of colors make them an interesting option for spicing up containers, she notes, and adding in a few colorful annuals results in a blooming, budget-friendly combo. “Don’t be afraid to mix things up,” she adds. “You’ll get a look that’s more personal and often more interesting.”
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