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Indoor gardeners can use this survival adaptation to grow their favoritehouseplants without soilin glass jars or vases. Several flowering plants can thrive when grown hydroponically, like orchids, lotus, and paperwhites. They can live this way for their entire natural life. The Spruce / Adelyn Duchala Use awater-soluble fertilizerto keep your plants lush and healthy. Turn Carrot Scraps Into A Beautiful Houseplant In Three Steps! However, some multicolor violets will yield plants with solid color flowers....

Salvias, also called sage, are part of the mint (Lamiaceae) plant family. Salvias are most oftenperennialsbut can be annuals as well. Salvia plants are easy to grow and propagate. The Spruce / Krystal Slagle Keep scrolling for popular types of salvia plants to consider for your garden. These hard workers bloom from June to frost. The former has genuinelyblue flowers, which is somewhat unusual and thus highly desirable. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida...

Check out these small-scalekitchen islandideas in a range of formats and materials for inspiration. A row of rustic baskets on the lower shelf hides clutter. A pair of vintage metal stools enhances the chic country inspired vibes. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Built-in storage and waterfall edge countertops that give it a polished and elegant feel despite its modest proportions. Square It Off Design byErin Williamson Design Who says your kitchen island has to be rectangular?...

Vertical Tile Layout Design byCathie Hong Interiors/Christy Q. A ledge on the backsplash provides storage space for essentials without taking up additional visual space. A fixed glass partition in lieu of a door keeps the shower feeling open and airy. The Spruce / Francesca Maiolino A frameless glass door pane protects against splashes while making the space feel open. Both small and larger rectangular wall tiles laid in a horizontal format make the narrow space appear wider....

Fortunately, these smart toy storage ideas will get toys off the floor and into their special spot. Here are 33 smart toy storage ideas to help keep your home tidy. The Spruce / Jacob Fox Tips for Toy Organizing There are various strategies for keeping toys organized. The Spruce / Jacob Fox Only hold on to toys that your kids actually use and donate anything they no longer play with....

But stairs comprise enough interior space that theydeserve to be decorated, too. Read on to gain inspiration from these 33 stair riser ideas. Depending on the effect, you’re free to darken or lighten the hue as the stairs ascend. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto Find one that catches your eye and use it to clad just the risers. If the pattern is too busy, use it on every other riser....

Affordable, Stylish Alternatives to Above-Ground and In-Ground Pools Stock tank pools are a great alternative toin-ground swimming pools. Traditionally, stock tanks are used as giant water bowls for livestock on farms and ranches. Stock tank pools are easy to build and make for a great DIY project. The Spruce / Alyssa Vela Read on to get inspired by creative stock tank pool designs, tips, and how-tos. The Spruce / Alyssa Vela...

Peperomia make idealhouseplantssince they do well in a range of lighting conditions and can tolerate infrequent watering. Their unique and varied foliage make these plants popular choices for houseplant lovers and novices alike. Pet owners will be happy to know that Peperomia plants are greatpet-friendly houseplantsthat are considered non-toxic if ingested. Camelia Ciocirlan / 500px / Getty Images Here are 33 types of Peperomia that you’re free to grow at home....

Popular types of wall paneling include shiplap, beadboard, picture frame molding, and more. It can be installed both vertically and horizontally, although the latter is more traditional. Pair it with clean-lined furniture and color accents for a more modern feel. Design byAndrea May Interiors/ Photo byKaryn Millet The pale wood tones give the space a Scandi-style feel. This leaves room for details like the light fixtures and furniture to become the main focal points....

Mix Materials Desiree Burns Interiors Mix materials and finishes to add interest to asmall single vanity. Opt for an Industrial Look The Home Consultant Give your bathroom an industrial feelwith a concrete vanity. A freestanding wooden vanity gives thismodern farmhouse bathroomfrom Rockport Building Partners a custom look. The Spruce / Ashley Poskin Custom lighting lifts the dark tones of this bathroom from Tiffany Home Design. Try a Minimalist Vanity Complement a contemporary powder room with a minimalist vanity....

What about a chair? Curate a reading corner, oruse a chairas a spot to put on your shoes in the morning. Use as a desk chair or pull out into another room for extra seating. Design byEmily Henderson/ Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp After all, in New York, space is a premium. Small Two-Seater Sofa Next to Bed Arbor & Co. While not technically a chair, this small two-seater sofa is a way to enjoy plenty of seating....

JRS ID chose two separate tile patterns in shades of blue for this showstopper of a bathroom. The patterns are balanced with white walls, marble countertops, and wood accents. Blue Bathroom Accents Shades of blue tile accents will complement a vintage bathroom. The Spruce / Michelle Becker Modern Blue Bathroom Design byCathie Hong Interiors/Christy Q. Electric Blue Bathroom Energize a small bathroom with electric blue wall tiles. Erin Williamson Design balanced the bold color with plenty of white and black plumbing fixtures....

Below is a variety of kitchen designs that will leave you inspired. This is a particularly fitting backsplash choice if the exterior of your home features stone. Classic Marble Designthusiasm Asubway tile backsplashwith a marble design adds a touch of luxury to this kitchen. Design by Molly Littlejohn/ Photo bySpin Geometric Pattern This geometric tile pattern is full of pep and charm. Shiplap @haymounthomes/ Instagram Shiplapcontinues to shine in many kitchens and looks great with granite....