showy displays of lush greenery

transform spaces, no matter how

dull or empty, into wonderful

splashes of color and vibrancy.

They are a decorator's delight, for

plants can enliven virtually any

place at all in a house.

Match the right plants with the

right spots and you'll find that it's

easy to keep them looking healthy

and beautiful. DESIGNING WITH

HOUSEPLANTS will help you make

good choices and then guide you in

giving the plants the simple care

they need in order to flourish.

This stunning book is a pleasure

to look at, with its striking color

photos filled with hundreds of

houseplant decorating ideas in all

kinds of settings. You will see how

specific plants create different

moods and complement interior

styles, be they classic or showy,

quiet or busy, sophisticated or down

to earth, formal or casual.

In addition, there is much valu-

able advice on the practical side of

living with houseplants. The indi-

vidual plant descriptions, tables,

boxes and clear color drawings help

you match the plants you want to

those places in your house that will

provide the correct temperature and

the right amount of light and humi-

dity to keep them healthy and

vibrant.

There is information here, too,

on potting, watering and fertilizing,

and on dealing with insect and

disease problems. You will also find

a chapter on both the very simple

and the more challenging propaga-

tion techniques, should you find

your plants so delightful that you

want to add to your collection by

multiplying those you already have.