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ATastyBellPepper
2023年11月14日
Introduction
Living in a small apartment or house doesn't mean sacrificing style or functionality. With some creative ideas and smart design choices, you can maximize your small space to create a comfortable and functional living area. In this article, we will explore some creative ideas for small apartment or house design to help you make the most of your limited space.
Space-Saving Furniture
1. Multifunctional furniture: Invest in furniture pieces that serve multiple purposes. For example, choose a sofa bed or a daybed that can be used as seating during the day and transformed into a bed at night. Consider coffee tables with hidden storage or ottomans that double as storage compartments.
2. Wall-mounted furniture: Opt for wall-mounted furniture to free up floor space. Install wall-mounted shelves, floating desks, or foldable tables that can be easily folded away when not in use.
3. Built-in storage: Maximize storage by incorporating built-in solutions. Utilize under-stair storage, built-in closets, or floor-to-ceiling shelving to make the most of vertical space and keep your belongings organized.
4. Nesting furniture: Choose nesting tables, stackable chairs, or nesting stools that can be easily stacked or tucked away when not needed. These furniture pieces save space and can be pulled out when extra seating or surface area is required.
Optical Illusions
1. Mirrors: Hang mirrors strategically to create an illusion of more space. Mirrors reflect light and make a room appear larger and brighter. Consider placing mirrors opposite windows or near natural light sources to maximize the effect.
2. Light colors: Use light and neutral colors for walls, ceilings, and furniture to create an open and airy feel. Light colors reflect light and give the illusion of a larger space. Consider using shades of white, beige, or pastels.
3. Vertical stripes: Incorporate vertical stripes in your design elements, such as wallpapers or curtains. Vertical stripes create an illusion of height and make the room appear taller and more spacious.
4. Clear furniture: Opt for transparent or glass furniture pieces, such as acrylic chairs or glass coffee tables. These pieces create a visual illusion of space as they don't obstruct the line of sight.
Smart Storage Solutions
1. Utilize vertical space: Install floor-to-ceiling shelves or bookcases to maximize vertical storage. Use wall-mounted hooks or pegboards for hanging items such as coats, bags, or kitchen utensils.
2. Under-bed storage: Utilize the space under your bed for storage. Invest in bed frames with built-in drawers or use storage containers specifically designed to fit under the bed.
3. Over-door organizers: Hang over-door organizers on the back of doors to store shoes, accessories, or cleaning supplies. This utilizes unused space and keeps items easily accessible.
4. Modular and stackable storage: Choose modular storage solutions that can be customized and rearranged as needed. Stackable bins or boxes allow for efficient use of space and easy organization.
Conclusion
With these creative ideas for small apartment or house design, you can make the most of your limited space and create a comfortable and functional living area. From space-saving furniture and optical illusions to smart storage solutions, these tips will help you maximize your small space without compromising style or functionality. Embrace these ideas and transform your small space into a stylish and efficient living area.
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atastybellpepper
2022年06月29日
Low-maintenance houseplants with fascinating forms and sizes include cacti. Your house may get some flavor, flare, and style by using a large cactus as a statement piece.
If you want to add a giant cactus to your collection of houseplants, you probably won't be able to grow one from seed since cacti are often slow-growing. Some cacti take 150 years or more to achieve maturity. A juvenile cactus may so easily outlast you before growing to the size you want.
Bring a little touch of the desert into your house with these 10 huge cactus plants for an eye-catching and dramatic impression.
Basic Care
Unexpectedly, keeping cactus happy indoors may be challenging, particularly for people who have a tendency to 'love' their houseplants too much (we're looking at you, over-waterers!).
Cacti are desert plants, so keep in mind that they can go for months (yes, months!) without water if necessary. A cactus should never be overwatered; the opposite is always true.
Large cacti need a south-facing site and at least six hours of direct sunshine each day to grow inside.
Cactus of the blue myrtle (Myrtillocactus geometrizans)
The blue myrtle cactus (Myrtillocactus geometrizans) is a columnar, quickly-growing cactus that eventually takes on the appearance of a tree. While fully grown, it may reach heights of more than 16 feet, although when young, it is still a shrub. Make sure the blue myrtle cactus is placed in stony, well-draining soil and gets at least six hours of direct sunlight each day if it is being cultivated inside.
direct sunlight
When the soil is dry, use sparingly and cautiously of water.
Saguaro 2. (Carnegiea gigantea)
One of the species that characterizes the Sonoran desert is the columnar, tree-like saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea). Despite their incredibly sluggish growth, they may reach heights of 40–60 feet in the wild. They make excellent houseplants, but if you want to grow a large cactus, you probably need to get a mature plant that hasn't been poached.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
3. Cactus on Mexican Fence Posts (Pachycereus marginatus)
The gorgeous blue-green columnar cactus known as the Mexican fence post cactus (Pachycereus marginatus) may mature to a height of 20 feet. Fortunately, this cactus species grows rather quickly, so if you want, you might start with a smaller plant and wait for it to reach a respectable size.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
Fourth: Golden Barrel Cactus (Echinocactus grusonii)
The golden barrel cactus (Echinocactus grusonii), also known as the mother-in-cushion, law's matures to a height and breadth of nearly three feet. Although they won't go as tall as some of the bigger cactus growers, they will grow to astonishing proportions for barrel cacti. Finding a mature plant for sale is usually your best option since these plants grow very slowly.
direct sunlight
When the land is dry, little or no water should be used.
Cinderella Cactus (Euphorbia ingens)
Although the candelabra cactus (Euphorbia ingens), which is technically a succulent rather than a cactus, is one of the most well-known kinds of indoor cactus and should still be included. This cactus-like succulent could be the greatest option for those whose homes don't have a lot of bright, sunny windows since it thrives in brilliant indirect light.
Bright reflected light to direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
Prickly Pear Cactus, No. 6 (Opuntia)
Some of the most common indoor cactus species are prickly pear cactus plants (Opuntia), which are often offered as little three to six-inch plants and may extend out to a width of 12 to 18 inches. To keep your prickly pear happy, like with other cactus kinds, make sure it is positioned in an area that gets at least six hours of direct sunshine daily.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
Seven. Organ Pipe Cactus (Stenocereus thurberi)
The multi-limbed growth habit of the Stenocereus thurberi, often known as the organ pipe cactus, gave rise to its popular name. The green skin of organ pipe cactus has numerous ribs, and the whole stem is covered with tiny spines. They have a maximum height and width of 16 feet, although they develop extremely slowly.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
8. Giant Cardon Cactus in Mexico (Pachycereus pringlei)
The tallest cactus in the world is the Mexican gigantic cardon (Pachycereus pringlei), which can reach heights of 63 feet and a diameter of 39 inches. However, because of its distinctive look, low maintenance requirements, and often much more manageable size, this cactus is also well-liked as a houseplant. Slow-growing and needing desert-like conditions to survive, this cactus. For this cactus, choose the room with the most natural light and water it sparingly.
direct sunlight
Water is scarce, and is only applied when the land is dry.
Mexican Lime Cactus 9. (Ferocactus pilosus)
The Mexican lime cactus is another barrel cactus that may grow to astonishing sizes (Ferocactus pilosus). This cactus is distinguished by protruding ribs embellished with areoles that erupt brilliant crimson spines. The Mexican lime cactus grows very slowly, like the majority of other cacti types. Therefore, you must opt for a well-established plant if you want to add a large specimen to your house.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
A blue columnar cactus (Pilosocereus pachycladus)
Most nurseries and garden stores carry this blue-skinned cactus, which is a very popular houseplant. It may reach a height of 33 feet and has delicate blue skin accented by vivid yellow spines. As it ages, it develops treelike and branching characteristics. To flourish to its best potential indoors, this fast-growing cactus type needs plenty of strong light, consistent fertilizing, and infrequent watering.
Bright reflected light to direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
If you want to add a giant cactus to your collection of houseplants, you probably won't be able to grow one from seed since cacti are often slow-growing. Some cacti take 150 years or more to achieve maturity. A juvenile cactus may so easily outlast you before growing to the size you want.
Bring a little touch of the desert into your house with these 10 huge cactus plants for an eye-catching and dramatic impression.
Basic Care
Unexpectedly, keeping cactus happy indoors may be challenging, particularly for people who have a tendency to 'love' their houseplants too much (we're looking at you, over-waterers!).
Cacti are desert plants, so keep in mind that they can go for months (yes, months!) without water if necessary. A cactus should never be overwatered; the opposite is always true.
Large cacti need a south-facing site and at least six hours of direct sunshine each day to grow inside.
Cactus of the blue myrtle (Myrtillocactus geometrizans)
The blue myrtle cactus (Myrtillocactus geometrizans) is a columnar, quickly-growing cactus that eventually takes on the appearance of a tree. While fully grown, it may reach heights of more than 16 feet, although when young, it is still a shrub. Make sure the blue myrtle cactus is placed in stony, well-draining soil and gets at least six hours of direct sunlight each day if it is being cultivated inside.
direct sunlight
When the soil is dry, use sparingly and cautiously of water.
Saguaro 2. (Carnegiea gigantea)
One of the species that characterizes the Sonoran desert is the columnar, tree-like saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea). Despite their incredibly sluggish growth, they may reach heights of 40–60 feet in the wild. They make excellent houseplants, but if you want to grow a large cactus, you probably need to get a mature plant that hasn't been poached.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
3. Cactus on Mexican Fence Posts (Pachycereus marginatus)
The gorgeous blue-green columnar cactus known as the Mexican fence post cactus (Pachycereus marginatus) may mature to a height of 20 feet. Fortunately, this cactus species grows rather quickly, so if you want, you might start with a smaller plant and wait for it to reach a respectable size.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
Fourth: Golden Barrel Cactus (Echinocactus grusonii)
The golden barrel cactus (Echinocactus grusonii), also known as the mother-in-cushion, law's matures to a height and breadth of nearly three feet. Although they won't go as tall as some of the bigger cactus growers, they will grow to astonishing proportions for barrel cacti. Finding a mature plant for sale is usually your best option since these plants grow very slowly.
direct sunlight
When the land is dry, little or no water should be used.
Cinderella Cactus (Euphorbia ingens)
Although the candelabra cactus (Euphorbia ingens), which is technically a succulent rather than a cactus, is one of the most well-known kinds of indoor cactus and should still be included. This cactus-like succulent could be the greatest option for those whose homes don't have a lot of bright, sunny windows since it thrives in brilliant indirect light.
Bright reflected light to direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
Prickly Pear Cactus, No. 6 (Opuntia)
Some of the most common indoor cactus species are prickly pear cactus plants (Opuntia), which are often offered as little three to six-inch plants and may extend out to a width of 12 to 18 inches. To keep your prickly pear happy, like with other cactus kinds, make sure it is positioned in an area that gets at least six hours of direct sunshine daily.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
Seven. Organ Pipe Cactus (Stenocereus thurberi)
The multi-limbed growth habit of the Stenocereus thurberi, often known as the organ pipe cactus, gave rise to its popular name. The green skin of organ pipe cactus has numerous ribs, and the whole stem is covered with tiny spines. They have a maximum height and width of 16 feet, although they develop extremely slowly.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
8. Giant Cardon Cactus in Mexico (Pachycereus pringlei)
The tallest cactus in the world is the Mexican gigantic cardon (Pachycereus pringlei), which can reach heights of 63 feet and a diameter of 39 inches. However, because of its distinctive look, low maintenance requirements, and often much more manageable size, this cactus is also well-liked as a houseplant. Slow-growing and needing desert-like conditions to survive, this cactus. For this cactus, choose the room with the most natural light and water it sparingly.
direct sunlight
Water is scarce, and is only applied when the land is dry.
Mexican Lime Cactus 9. (Ferocactus pilosus)
The Mexican lime cactus is another barrel cactus that may grow to astonishing sizes (Ferocactus pilosus). This cactus is distinguished by protruding ribs embellished with areoles that erupt brilliant crimson spines. The Mexican lime cactus grows very slowly, like the majority of other cacti types. Therefore, you must opt for a well-established plant if you want to add a large specimen to your house.
direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
A blue columnar cactus (Pilosocereus pachycladus)
Most nurseries and garden stores carry this blue-skinned cactus, which is a very popular houseplant. It may reach a height of 33 feet and has delicate blue skin accented by vivid yellow spines. As it ages, it develops treelike and branching characteristics. To flourish to its best potential indoors, this fast-growing cactus type needs plenty of strong light, consistent fertilizing, and infrequent watering.
Bright reflected light to direct sunlight
Water: Very little water; water after the soil dries up
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成长记
Natalie Coudré
2018年07月29日
I now added "Castanospermum australe house plant. Jack's beanstalk tree. Moreton Bay Chestnut." in my "garden"
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求助
Khim_ali
2018年07月16日
Im new to propagating succulents and its day 5 but the plant didnt go well. I wait till a pedal falls off or I take the bottom ones and twist it to get them off. I tried drying it in my house for 2-3 days on top of soil with some sunlight by the window but the plant began to rot and get all soft/mushy so I tried doing it outside drying them for 2-3 days then misting them with water but my plant has turned black can someone gove me tips on propagating ive been trying but its not going well. Also when propagating is it norml for the plant to get soft and mushy?
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Khim_ali：@Liz Lynch okay I’ll give t a few more days , thank you!!
Liz Lynch：Give it a few more days.... but when you say soft - how soft? Softness usually means to much water 😊
Liz Lynch：I reckon this still may have potential to go
Pommy Mommy
2018年07月10日
I planted my HUNDREDTH potted plant today! It's a good thing I'm moving because I don't think I could fit many more pott33s. The new house sits on nearly an acre! I have to move all 100 pots AND the trampoline frame (that's what all those hanging basket are hanging from)
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Pommy Mommy
2018年07月02日
I found this growing wild at my new house what is this?
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Pommy Mommy：I think you are absolutely right, I was able to dig some of the stem out from under some black raspberry bushes and the roots must be ancient because they the stem/vine is HUGE! I've never seen sweet peas this large I always start them from seed every year so I don't even have flowers on mine yet. I'm renovating my dream home, which is 114 years old so there's at least a century of flowers planted around the yard that's been overgrown! thank you for your input. Have a blessed day
WHdeckgardener：maybe a sweet pea? smell sweet?
亚瑟塞尔：maybe it is kidney bean.
cclecombe
2018年02月08日
Hello! I’ve been really absent due to our house getting very little light with winter and my plant babies were suffering! I’ve had a massive clear out of anything that’s passed the point of saving and rearranged some of my plants so they’re in the best position for their needs. Now Spring is around the corner, I’m ready to update my app and buy some new plants for the emptier areas of the house. What are your favourite low light plants?
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