Pistils Blog

We made it through winter and are excited to welcome spring! This time of year we hear a lot of concern over "leggy" houseplants. Not to worry! We have all...

If you have ever visited our shops, you know how wild we are about plant craft. Kokedama string gardens hang suspended from the ceiling, greeting our customers as they walk...

Ficus (commonly called fig trees or rubber trees) are a colorful and diverse plant species that thrive in houseplant lovers’ homes all over the world. Ficus are popular, and for good...

Looking for a winter-blooming houseplant to brighten your space this winter? Our guide to winter-blooming plants will inspire you to adorn your space with flowering plants that delight your senses...

Cozy up with a cup of cheer and create along with us as we share these simple holiday plant crafts. We've selected simple and cost-effective projects that can easily be...

As we get into the spirit of fall, we are lighting candles, curling up in a cozy blanket, and sharing our top 10 creepy plants you will want to haunt your house...

Did you know that tucked away in your cabinets, drawers and closets, you likely have a large list of common household items that you can use to care for your houseplants?...

The Begonia is a classic houseplant and garden gem. With their diverse array of leaf sizes, shapes and colors, as well as a myriad of growth habits – not to...

Plants have the power to inspire, connect, and transform – they’re our reason for being, and a gift to be shared.  We founded Pistils Nursery in 2001, and for the...

Houseplant collectors everywhere have at least one large leafed tropical tucked in a corner of their home. However, another slightly more subtle group of tropical plants have made their way...

Aroid fever: you've either already got it, or soon will after discovering the diverse array of beautiful foliage (and flowers) in this precious plant family. Even if you haven’t heard...

One of our core values at Pistils is Community Consciousness. To us, that means an understanding that roles we play in our community, our environment and the world at large are...