The Bare-Root

An informative blog from Leaf & Clay

Air Purifying House Plants

Houseplants are known to be pleasing to the eye and calming to the mind, but did you know they are also natural air purifiers?  If you’re looking to add a...

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5 Different Ways to Decorate with House Plants

1. Hang some Green from your Ceiling Hanging baskets are one of the most perfect ways to incorporate plants into your home. Most of us have plenty of ceiling space...

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Quick Guide to the Most Colorful Succulents

If you are looking to make your succulent garden more colorful, you have come to the right place. In this guide, we will take a look at the spectrum of...

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Top 10 Flowering Succulents to Grow in your Garden

If you're looking for some new plants to add to your garden, why not try some flowering succulents? These beautiful plants come in a variety of shapes and colors and...

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Summer Sun, Light Stress, & Color Expression

Summer sun is out and so are your succulents… But are they getting an unhealthy amount of summer rays? Succulents - the plants known to thrive in sunny southern California...

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Choosing the Right Succulent Soil

Choosing the right succulent soil can be a daunting process. With so many options to choose from and many plant health factors, it can be tricky to know what soil...

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7 Water Tips for Succulents

Water Less Frequently Succulents are native to dry arid climates where there is little moisture and rain, so they’re used to being thirsty for extended periods of time. Succulents are...

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Top 10 California Native Plants & Succulents for Your Garden

1. Dudleya brittonii ‘Giant Chalk Dudleya' The Giant Chalk Dudleya is a native of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties in California. It grows on sunny, dry slopes in...

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