HOUSEPLANT HELP

One of the best things about living in a mid- century home is the abundance of natural light. Indoor/ outdoor living has been a driving force behind the ideology of these homes from the very beginning, and that translates to plants just as much as to people.

With proper care, houseplants can thrive in mid- century homes, but this seamless flow between environments also has the potential to invite nasty pests that can jeopardize your plant’s health.

If you’ve ever struggled with invasive creatures such as thrips, aphids or mites, try using an organic, nontoxic biopesticide before chucking yet another plant into the trash. Look for products that have active ingredients of corn oil and soybean oil, because these create a protective coating to give your plants a stronger defense. Outdoors, use a garden pump sprayer for the best overall coverage and easy access to the underside of leaves.

Tip: Take this opportunity to apply an indoor/ outdoor insect killer around doors and windows to prevent pests from entering or re- entering your home.