Design*Sponge posted a sneak peak of best indoor plants today.
I ogled each house, jealous of every speck of sunlight that shone in their windows.
Though my garden is in full sun, the interior of my house sits quietly in indirect light most of the day. A bonus in the summer, at least till the sun hits the kitchen about 4:00PM and glares there till sundown.
Not so my neighbor Nelda. She seems to live in Eden and her house is full of green goodness.
Well it was until December when she moved to Afghanistan for a year and I inherited some of her plants:-(
But she cleverly rented her shack to a perfect family. One tall redheaded man, one petite brunette, a Chihuahua with a fluffy pink tail and 2 indoor cats who hang attractively about the windows.
Why perfect? They can't seem to stay out of the garden. And we all love new gardeners, right? They had their front bed cleaned before I did mine.
And when they're not pruning or weeding outdoors, they're indoors tending to their many house plants.
I begged for my own sneak peek.
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They probably didn't expect me to bring my camera.
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Who among us would leave such a paradise undocumented. And I'm sure I mumbled something, something blogger after I invited myself in.
And before you ask, no I haven't been invited back.
But I'm sure I'll see them in the garden if spring ever returns.
Um, right?
name of cute dog, please.
ReplyDeleteArnold, after the Governator I believe, tho that could just be urban lore.
DeleteI haven't had a house plant for years. Maybe I need one, though I'm pretty sure the kitten would eat it. A big pot of catnip?
ReplyDeleteI think they're back. The house has such a 70's vibe what with the plants and an open kitchen with lots of wood and a pebble backsplash I felt like shooting them the peace sign:-)
DeleteMacrame plant hangers?
DeleteYes, yes, of course they will want you back!
ReplyDeleteWould love some hous plants, but my only light is north:-). Yuck. Love that final terrerium, tho. Got a little done this weekend, but not enough. Xoxo
ReplyDeleteWhat perfect tenants - how nice! love the visuals especially the four legged ones.. such a sweet dog and cat. Look on the bright side (no pun intended!) and think how gorgeous and cool your house is in those hot, hot temps of summer! X
ReplyDeleteMy mother had tons of houseplants and did very well with them so I try to emulate. I don't have anywhere as many as she did but I keep them alive, what else could they ask for? My neighbors get to baby sit when we go away, lucky them! (I don't think they feel that way)
ReplyDeleteOops I'm back, forgot to say...That's got to be the cutest Chihuahua I've ever seen...which is saying a lot since I find most of them "mousy" if you know what I mean.
ReplyDeleteI know. When I heard a Chihuahua was moving in next door, I was like oh no.
DeleteBut then I met Arnold and to know Arnold .....
What great neighbors- all around! And if no re-invite by spring- your house seems like a great place for a sip of wine!
ReplyDeleteThe little guys are adorable... The plants are lovely, but the glimpse of the ponytail plant makes me green with envy! Seems your neighbors will be a great addition to your little bit of paradise.
ReplyDeleteI love peeks into other people homes- think you might have to work you way down the street, the other neighbours might get jealous!- Kx
ReplyDeleteI need more houseplants! Today Design Sponge is all about favorite gardens...there are a few I need to check out around here.
ReplyDeleteThe neighbors may not have been expecting you to bring a camera, but it looks like Arnold certainly did! Kitty is lovely too. And what fun to see so many houseplants and such interesting ones. I have noticed that air plants and succulents are all over Etsy these days. I may have to get me some of those. Love the photos, thanks for sharing your peek.
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