$16.50
So you want to own a plant but haven't had much luck with houseplants or just want something new? Try an air plant! These tropical plants are epiphytes, which means they don't need potting soil and require only minimal care. Tiny scales on their leaves, called trichomes, absorb water and nutrients directly from the air, also help shade the plant from scorching sun. The plants' "roots" are used only for anchoring or clinging and do not absorb water and nutrients like typical terrestrial plants.
Assortment of colours and varieties available in a clear gift package with care instructions. The perfect Chris cringle gift.
Somefun projects to try:
Air plants, aka tillandsias, are perfect for craft projects, small-space living, and finally giving brown-thumb gardeners some bragging rights. Tuck them into shells and driftwood crevices, glass baubles and wire baskets, or superglue their roots to stones or wood. Place them amongst your larger houseplants, between the leaves or around the base. They make ideal companions for orchids, cactus and bromeliads. Or, just set them unadorned on a windowsill or sunny shelf.
