"Choosing a houseplant is like choosing a wonderful room partner. Find your own way to decorate and enjoy it!"
This is what Inoue , a professional ornamental plant specialist at Takenaka Garden Greening, which runs hanna , said with a smile.
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This site offers fun, guided, and careful suggestions based on the experience and sense of professionals about the "sentimental nourishment" and "small changes to your life" that flowers and greenery bring.
We aim to provide an opportunity for people to feel closer to flowers and greenery, even if only a little .
This column is about those who want to grow houseplants at home.
"I don't know what to choose."
"I don't know what to put where"
This is a must-see for solving such problems!
To enjoy houseplants even more.
We interviewed Mr. Inoue, who is in charge of leasing (renting) ornamental plants at Takenaka Garden Greening.
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What is Takenaka Garden Greening?
The operating company of this website (hanna, an online shop for flowers and greenery).
As a professional in flowers and greenery, we are a long-established company founded 130 years ago that handles ornamental plant leasing (rental), landscaping and planting management, and spatial decoration using flowers and greenery.
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Familiar with the characteristics of plants
From Inoue's perspective, we asked him to tell us about recommended houseplants and how to enjoy them for those who are growing houseplants for the first time .
If you're thinking about growing houseplants at home, be sure to check this out!
Finally, we will also learn about "recommended houseplants to display in the entrance."
Houseplant Professionals
Inoue-san / 8th year with the company
She also has experience as a flower shop manager.
He is currently in charge of leasing (renting) ornamental plants for commercial facilities and office buildings in Osaka City.
"Bringing a breath of relaxation to offices and commercial facilities!"
With this motto in mind, we select the right ornamental plants for the right place.
When replacing the batteries, we give the tired plants in our greenhouse a rest and never forget to thank them by saying, "Thank you for your hard work!"
"Plants are my business partners"
He has a fascinating way of interacting with plants.
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table of contents
What Mr. Inoue thinks is important when choosing houseplants
Inoue's selection of "3 recommended ornamental plants to decorate your entrance"
1) Zamio
2) Sansevieria
3) Xerographica
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What Mr. Inoue thinks is important when choosing houseplants
Mizo: Are there any houseplants that anyone can easily enjoy at home?
I: Anyone can easily grow houseplants once they get the hang of it.
It's not that difficult to choose.
I think most people are probably overthinking things like, "What if it dies?" or "Can I take care of watering it every day?"
Mizo: It would certainly be a shame to let it die...
I: There are three main reasons why people want to enjoy houseplants at home.
1. I want to decorate this part of the room with a potted plant.
2. I like this houseplant so I want to display it somewhere in my room.
3. I don't know much about plants or what types they are, but I want a houseplant.
Mizo: My number one choice! I would love to have some potted plants in the entrance.
Also, when I look around a green shop, number 2 sometimes applies.
But I don't know what kind of plants to put there...and I don't want them to die.
I: I think the amount of sunlight, temperature, and ventilation varies depending on the room.
The first thing to consider when it comes to houseplants is sunlight and temperature.
Houseplants do not like the cold in winter, so it is best to keep them in a sunny location.
Before you go to the store, find out how much sunlight and temperature there is in the area where you plan to display your first plant.
Mizo: Why not take a photo of the place you want to decorate and then go to the shop?
I: That's right! When you ask a store clerk for advice, it's very helpful to show them a photo taken during the day with the sun shining on it, which will make it easier for them to give you advice.
It will be easier to choose a pot if you know the size of the space and the color scheme of the furniture.
Mizo: Even if you explain it in words, each person's sense is different.
I: If you come across a houseplant you like in a shop , like in number 2, then go ahead and buy it!
Groove: Is it okay if it's not suitable for the space in my home?
I: It was love at first sight, and a wonderful encounter.
Don't hesitate to bring it home.
Ask the store staff how to grow it and the best place to display it, and if it still doesn't suit you, give up or try your best to grow it.
Mizo: Is it something that can be managed even if you try hard?
I: Houseplants try to get used to their environment, so if you take good care of them, they will adapt and grow even in unsuitable places.
It takes a little knowledge and skill, but once you get used to it, it will grow very strong.
Mizo: Come to think of it, there was a plant at my parents' house that hadn't been replanted for decades and it looked healthy and vibrant.
I: I understand the desire to take good care of cute houseplants, but sometimes it's important to place them in harsh environments to make the plants stronger.
Mizo: It's not good to spoil them too much.
I: And for those of you who want to enjoy a green lifestyle like number 3, head to the store right away and buy some lovely houseplants.
Mizo: Isn't it getting a bit sloppy?
I: Once you have learned how to grow them and the environment they are best suited for from the internet or magazines, you will be reluctant to buy them.
There are only so many plants you can grow in your lifetime, so I encourage you to keep trying and discover many different houseplants in your life.
The shop has knowledgeable staff, so tell them what you want to grow and ask for advice!
They will always be there for you and help you choose your houseplants.
Mizo: I see. The good thing about a shop is that you can consult with a professional directly!
I: When choosing a houseplant, you choose a wonderful room partner. Find your own way to decorate and enjoy it.
Now that you're excited, head to the shop to choose your houseplant!
Mizo: Yes, it does make me want to actually try picking up a houseplant.
First of all, I would like to decorate my entrance because it feels a bit lonely!
Mizoi: Let's enjoy a green life!
Inoue's picks: "3 recommended houseplants to decorate your entrance"
1) Zamio
Trade name: Zamioculcas
Family name: Araceae, Zamioculcas
Scientific name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Origin: American rainforest region
Cold resistance: 5-10 degrees
Zamio is characterized by its thick, glossy, modern green leaves.
It grows well even in low light environments such as the entrance.
The leaves rising from the powerful stems give the plant a very energetic and powerful appearance.
If you place it in your entrance, you'll feel energized and ready to head out the door every morning!
The thick leaves and stems store a lot of moisture, and watering is easy as you only need to wait until the soil is completely dry.
Wiping the leaves helps them absorb moisture from the air, making the glossy leaves shine even more brightly.
2) Sansevieria
Market name: Sansevieria
Family name: Agavaceae, Dracaena
Scientific name:Dracaena trifasciata
Origin: Tropical and subtropical regions, dry areas of Africa
Cold resistance: 10 degrees to 15 degrees
Sansevieria was once said to be an air-purifying houseplant (producing negative ions), and was available in many homes.
Water the plant on the dry side.
This is a highly recommended houseplant for beginners as it can be easily grown even in low light conditions and in a small space.
The most commonly seen variety is Sansevieria laurensis (brown's loosestrife), but there are over 70 species of Sansevieria.
Can be placed on the floor in the living room
There is a wide variety, ranging from ones about 1m tall to small varieties that can be placed on a table.
The classic Sansevieria "Laurenci"
It is also known as Toranoo.
As the name suggests, it comes from its shape, which resembles a tiger-striped tail.
It is a variety that can be seen in many different places.
●Sansevieria "Stucky"
It is the second most common after the low wrench and can even be found in green shops.
Stucky looks like a pen stuck in a pen holder.
The plants multiply underground, and it's adorable to see the little seedlings popping up from the soil.
●Sansevieria "Mikado"
Sansevieria is even thinner than Stuckey and is characterized by its dark green color.
This also looks like a skewer of yakitori that has been skewered into a skewer holder after it has been eaten.
However, if the light level is low, it will spread out and grow a little.
Its appearance is just like a hedgehog.
If you expose it to light occasionally, it won't be a big problem.
There are countless other fascinating varieties of sansevieria.
When you visit the shop, be sure to look for a variety of sansevieria.
And one thing all sansevierias have in common is that they are easy to grow.
Sansevieria is a houseplant that will grow well if you refrain from watering it and wipe off the dust from its leaves .
This is a recommended variety for those who want to grow houseplants even in an entranceway with little light.
3) Xerographica
Trade name: Tillandsia xerographica
Family name: Bromeliaceae, Tillandsia genus
Scientific name: Tillandsia xerographica
Origin: Mexico, subtropical dry region
Cold resistance: 10 degrees
When asked what kind of houseplant would be recommended for the entrance, I would recommend a slightly different option, but it is the Xerographica.
When we think of houseplants, we imagine them as having trunks and leaves growing out of the soil, and growing vigorously when the soil is watered, but Xerographica has no soil or roots.
It lives solely on its hard, round, silvery leaves.
Since this plant originally grows on trees, if you take good care of it, its roots will grow.
Even if you take good care of it, it still lives by absorbing moisture from the air, so you only need to water it with a spray bottle and occasionally water it to your waist so that the entire plant is thoroughly wet.
It doesn't grow much in shape, but it sometimes produces purple flowers.
I can hear you asking, how can I display something that doesn't change shape very often?
The fact that it does not change shape means that it can be transformed into any shape depending on the accessories you display it with.
Driftwood is a particularly good match!
It goes without saying that Xerographica, which originally grew on trees, is a perfect match for driftwood.
It will look different whether you entwine it with driftwood or place driftwood in the background.
There are also endless ways to enjoy it, such as placing it on a cork coaster or in a glass container.
If you see it in a shop, why not pick it up and indulge in the search for your perfect Xerographica companion?
Interview, author and illustration: Mizobe Editing: Yui and Sekido
