The Language of Houseplants

Plants for Home and Healing
Author: Cheralyn Darcey

A beautifully illustrated guide to indoor plants and their role in everyday living.

Plants for Home and Healing introduces a curated collection of popular houseplants, combining practical care advice with insights into their traditional meanings and cultural associations. Designed for both beginners and plant enthusiasts, this guide helps you choose and care for plants that suit your home and lifestyle.

With vintage-style illustrations and accessible information, it encourages a deeper appreciation of indoor plants and their place in daily life.

Inside this book

• Profiles of 44 popular houseplants
• Indoor care guides with practical growing tips
• Vintage botanical-style illustrations
• Monthly plant lists and reference guides
• A plant-themed gift guide
• Insights into the cultural meanings and symbolism of plants

Why readers value this book

• Easy-to-follow advice for indoor plant care
• Visually appealing with classic botanical artwork
• Combines practical gardening with cultural context
• Suitable for all experience levels

Perfect for

• Indoor plant lovers and home gardeners
• Those looking to select and care for houseplants
• Anyone wanting to bring more greenery into their living space

Informative and visually engaging, Plants for Home and Healing offers a practical guide to creating a thriving indoor plant environment—supporting wellbeing, creativity, and connection to nature.

Product Details

• Format: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 192
• ISBN: 9781925924398
• Dimensions (cm): 1.5 x 18.6 x 14.5