Come along for my annual houseplant tour. I have lots of favorite houseplants to show you! We begin by exploring some of the plants in my dining room where I tape my videos. Then we make our way to my office where I love to be surrounded by plants when I write. I get inspired by lots of color and life surrounding me, and I get this by growing tons of houseplants. I also enjoy decorating with houseplants, like matching indoor plants to décor, including artwork. Take a look and get inspired!
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Having houseplants in your home brings life and luck—especially when placed in odd numbers. According to tradition, odd numbers like one, three, five, seven, or nine bring good fortune when growing plants indoors.
To the right of the Tillandsia, you’ll spot an antique handmade saucer and cup. I enjoy incorporating quirky items and things I truly love into my plant displays. You’ll also notice a ceramic Cinderella slipper—she must’ve left it here during a visit! These personal touches help create unique little vignettes.
Above that vignette is a painting that inspired the color palette in my office. I call the dominant hue “mango red,” and I had it custom-mixed until I got it just right. The surrounding colors, including the blue and yellow, complement the plants and decor. The painting reflects a Mediterranean feel, showing a scene similar to what you’d see in Southern California: cactus, vines, and geraniums.
To the right, you’ll see a vibrant pothos with yellow variegation, hanging in a wooden orchid box mounted on the wall. Tucked among the foliage is a playful touch—a gorilla, part of the jungle theme running through the space.
Moving left and up, there’s a stunning Ficus umbellata, known for its big, round leaves and easy-care nature. It makes a dramatic statement. I’ll be doing a separate video on this plant soon.
Next to it, there’s a colorful painting by my daughter, sharing a similar mango red tone, and beneath it is a multi-colored tree croton. Its yellow, green, and reddish hues complement both the Ficus and the painting.
Down below are two more potted plants. On the left, a lime-green pothos, and on the right, a passion vine that I started from seed in my AeroGarden. Though usually grown outdoors, it’s thriving indoors, climbing up toward the painting. It’s happily wrapping around nearby plants like the croton and Ficus.
Speaking of the AeroGarden, I use it to germinate seeds—currently for a book I’m writing on Southern California herb gardening. You’ll see Zinger hibiscus, which can be made into tea, and a hot chili pepper, now red and ready for tasting. This room stays warm year-round, perfect for plant growth.
Above the AeroGarden are wall decorations like a frog, butterflies, and a mola from the San Blas Islands in Panama—part of my jungle theme. There’s also a feng shui crystal ball hanging to encourage growth and good vibes.
A fun detail: my LifeCycle exercise bike isn’t for clothes—it’s for hanging a beautiful Hawaiian spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum). Its cascading babies add charm when the bike’s not in use. I take the plant down when riding, of course.
On the wall to the left of my desk is a stunning blue wall with another original painting by my daughter, which has a whimsical, fairy-tale vibe. In front of it sits a pink orchid, perfectly matching the painting, and to the left is a ceramic piece my daughter made as a child.
Below that is a pink African violet in full bloom, next to a cherished doll from Vietnam. A young girl named Vaughn gave it to me years ago during journalism school. Her family had recently arrived as refugees, and she gifted me the doll—something very dear to her. I’ve kept it ever since, and it brings warmth and sentiment to my plant collection.
2023 Houseplant Tour – HealthyHouseplants.com
Why should houseplants be grouped in odd numbers?
Odd-numbered groupings of plants (like 1, 3, or 5) are said to bring good luck and better visual balance to indoor plant arrangements.
What is the Ficus umbellata known for?
The Ficus umbellata is loved for its large, round leaves and easy care. It makes a bold, attractive statement indoors.
Can you grow passion vine indoors?
Yes! Passion vine can grow indoors with sufficient warmth and light. The creator successfully grew one from seed using an AeroGarden.
What is unique about the AeroGarden setup in this room?
The AeroGarden is used for germinating herb seeds and even growing houseplants like hibiscus and chili peppers, making it a multifunctional indoor gardening tool.
What is a Hawaiian spider plant?
The Hawaiian spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) features variegated leaves and produces many plantlets. It looks beautiful when hanging and adapts well indoors.
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