11 Secrets to the Easiest Garden Ever
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Such Great Heights
Some of the most iconic outdoor plants are porch- and wall- climbing classics like grape, wisteria, clematis, and ivy. For some indoor gardeners, healthy vines like pothos can become a nuisance as they tumble off tabletops and reach across the floor, seeking new space to grow. I don’t find the trailing habit of these plants a problem; rather, I use their superpower to create indoor installations that defy gravity and add color and texture to dead corners and boring spaces. In your bedroom, have a philodendron frame the window and your view outside. Or subdivide your space with orderly rows of adjacent plants that climb up walls and across the ceiling. While you can use bendable wire if you want to create a topiary shape, natural fibers provide the plant with a bit more natural traction if you are working with straight lines. For beginning gardeners, this is also a very rewarding effort. Plants like pothos and ivy are fast growers, and you’ll see your project begin to take shape very quickly. Pothos also tolerate low light, making vertical vines an option even for hallways, dark corners, or offices. Materials
- 1 trailing plant, in a 12-inch or larger pot
- Brass or clear thumbtacks
- Jute, twine, or monofilament
- 1 wooden stake (optional)
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