We've talked a lot about outdoor landscaping and gardening, but what about the inside of your home? Houseplants can be a great decoration to liven up your living space, especially in the colder months. They're also mood boosters, bringing a touch of nature indoors and adding a pop of color.
Ferns
Ferns make a great plant to keep in your bathroom due to their love for humidity. You can make sure your fern is kept happy by misting it a couple of times a day. The lemon button fern makes a great plant for the bathroom due to its minimal upkeep. They don't need a lot of light and are generally hard to kill. Another bonus is that it leaves a fresh lemony scent!
Succulents
If you often worry about over or under-watering your plants, succulents are perfect for you. In the summer, succulents usually only need to be fed about once every two weeks, and in the winter months only about once. Succulents are the perfect plant for almost any climate and can add an element of harmony and freshness to your home. They are also easy to find in a variety of sizes, so you can place them anywhere you see fit.
Orchids
People love orchids for their color variety and daintiness. These flowers can make a great centerpiece for a dining room table or to add color to your bedroom.
We recommend putting two to three ice cubes a week in your orchid plant, not touching the leaves. The slow melt of the ice ensures your orchid doesn't drown. If your orchid seems like it needs more watering, simply add one more ice cube per week and observe.
Why Have Houseplants?
By adding an element of nature into your home, houseplants add pops of color and calmness. Not only do houseplants look good, but they make us feel good too!
Aesthetics aside, house plants have health benefits too! They can help improve the air quality of your home since they are natural air purifiers. This not only enhances your well-being but also creates a healthier environment for your decor.
About Pacific Vista Landscape Services
Established in 1988, Pacific Vista Landscape Services manages every aspect of landscaping maintenance and design.
For more information contact us at:
661-222-7525
22777 Lyons Avenue, Suite 212 Santa Clarita, CA., 91321, USA
As Fall is quickly approaching and the weather begins to cool off, there are many things you can do to ensure the health of your garden and landscape in Southern California this Fall.
Fall Mulching
Not only does mulching add a protective layer to help the quality of soil, it also protects your plants against weather conditions. As the weather begins to cool down, it is important that your plants are prepared for the cooler temperatures.
Check Irrigation Systems
With temperatures going down, and the weather not being scorching hot any longer, you may want to check your irrigation system. Not only will this prevent overwatering, but it will also help you save money in the coming, cooler months. Pacific Vista Landscape Services is happy to help you with your irrigation needs. Contact us today!
Harvesting
For those who plant vegetables, fall means harvest season! Harvest season runs from late September to December, but it is never too early in the Fall to prepare. Now is the time to start researching when the best time to harvest your vegetables is, as each is different from the next. It is also the time to buy the tools you need to harvest. This includes pruning shears, scissors, and gloves.
Yard Clean up
Fall is a great time to start pulling your annuals and collecting fallen leaves. You can use your annuals and leaves to create compost for the next season and add it as a layer of supplemental food to next year's plants. They will love it! It's also important to clean up those piles of debris in your yard, especially ones with fruits and vegetables. Leaving these piles out can attract harmful pests to your precious garden.
About Pacific Vista Landscape Services
Established in 1988, Pacific Vista Landscape Services manages every aspect of landscaping maintenance and design.
For more information contact us at:
661-222-7525
22777 Lyons Avenue, Suite 212 Santa Clarita, CA., 91321, USA
Spring is linked to all sorts of wonderful things like new beginnings, cleaning, and blooming! It’s here and we want to make sure you know what you need to do to have a fresh and original look for your horticulture needs.
Yard Cleanup
Part of a healthy yard is keeping it clean. Raking away dead leaves and inspecting your yard for dead plants and overgrowth can revitalize its look. A lack of pruning, cutting off dead branches or overgrowth, can lead to less growth in the future for your plants. You can remove dead leaves and stems, carefully, with your hands by pulling at them. For tougher stems or branches, you can use pruning shears or scissors.
Adding Fresh Mulch to Flowerbeds
Mulch is a must have for your garden for not only its aesthetic benefits, but also health benefits for your garden. A new layer of mulch helps retain water in the soil for your plants and can lead to less need of watering your plants. Mulch also helps keep down unwanted weeds from infiltrating around your precious plants. Using mulch in for your plants is an easy trick to saving money on water and giving your garden a fresh look. There are a variety of choices when it comes to mulch these days!
Efficient Water Irrigation
Plants are a lot like humans in that they need a good balance of water and oxygen. Overwatering can lead to your landscape drowning in water and lacking oxygen. Making sure your water irrigation is working efficiently and ethically also helps the earth! As California is suffering from a drought, it is important to conserve as much water as possible and it can also help you save money. Smart irrigation can help! Contact Us for help on your water irrigation needs or any landscape project! Our professionals are ready to help!
