NEVER PUT A CACTUS IN THE BATHROOM

Blending the popularity of wellness design and our cultural obsession with houseplants, this accessible room-by room guide provides a fresh angle in a crowded space.

Millions of plant lovers and newbie gardeners are discovering the joys of bringing plants into their homes. Not only do they add a fresh, natural touch to any room, they also have serious mood-boosting power, and help to reduce stress, improve air quality, and even provide fresh herbs for that next meal! It's a no-brainer that houseplants can improve our quality of life - but how do you maximize their benefits without sacrificing style.

Full of home design and practical plant care tips as well as more than 70 plant recommendations, Never Put a Cactus in the Bathroom is an illustrated guide to help you choose the right plants for your space, from succulents and spider plants to pothos and ZZ plants.

A Houseplant 101 section will set you off on the right foot, covering essentials of plant care and maintenance, as well as basic troubleshooting, and a primer on the health benefits of indoor plants.

Then, going room by room, you will find space-specific recommendations, such as:
-Purifying the air in your bedroom with low light beauties
-Decorating your bathroom with air plants and ferns - your shower powers the climate is they need to thrive!
-Creating a living centerpiece for your dining room or breakfast nook
-Adding a low-maintenance bamboo or jade plant to your home office for motivation and focus
-Growing a windowsill herb box or hydroponic tomato to level up your next meal

Emily L. Hay Hinsdale is a freelance writer, an enthusiastic cook, a dedicated traveler, a determined pedestrian, and a life-long gardener.
Loni Harris specializes in hand lettering and florals and has hard artwork with major US retailers such as Walmart, Target, Home Depot, and Staples. She loves hiking, working on her farm, and binge watching while sketching.