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Inspiration: Decorating with Air Plants By Jane Blanchard

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Bring a little of the outdoors inside your home with air plants. Air plants, also known as tillandsias, absorb nutrients through their leaves, so there is no soil involved. Their striking sculptural forms and easy care make these plants a great addition to any home.plants3 plants2

In nature, the majority of air plants survive by using their roots to attach to other objects (mostly plants, rocks, or buildings). This means they can be put in a variety of containers, making them ideal for any style of decor. They can be grown both indoors or out and do an excellent job cleaning the air. Air plants need bright, but indirect light and good air circulation to thrive. Mist these plants with water every few days or soak every 7-10 days.plants6plants4

With over 500 species to choose from, and shapes ranging from the organic to the geometric, choosing your favorites is bound to be hard. Here are some ideas for incorporating air plants into your home.plants7plants5

Create a living wall. Hang air plants directly on the wall or get creative with a hanging structure to create a fantastic and gorgeous focal point in any room.

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A Way To Freshen The Air In Your Home

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fan dryer shIn the winter, beyond dealing with the inevitable winter blues we all face, the stagnant air always seems to be hard on the sinus and the smells can become pungent. There are three ways to tackle these problems all using dryer sheets.

1- use a dryer sheet right from the box and place on the back of a fan that is running to freshen air.

2- use a used dryer sheet and spray with a cologne, perfume or scented oil and place on the back of a fan that is running to freshen air.

3- use a used dryer sheet and soak in color safe bleach and dry – then place on the back of a fan that is running to freshen and clean air. Use this method to help sterilize the air for winter or when someone is sick in the house – it actually with help kill air born germs and viruses.

6 Air Purifying House Plants

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1. Bamboo Palm It removes formaldehyde and is also said to act as a natural humidifier.

2. Snake Plant It absorb nitrogen oxides and formaldehyde.

3. Areca Palm One of the best air purifying plants for general air cleanliness.

4. Spider Plant Great indoor plant for removing carbon monoxide and other toxins or impurities. Spider plants are one of three plants NASA deems best at removing formaldehyde from the air.

5. Peace Lily Peace lilies could be called the “clean-all.” They’re often placed in bathrooms or laundry rooms because they’re known for removing mold spores. Also know to remove formaldehyde and trichloroethylene.

6. Gerbera Daisy Not only do these gorgeous flowers remove benzene from the air, they’re known to improve sleep by absorbing carbon dioxide and giving off more oxygen over night.