tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4152310644269487512024-02-19T18:16:03.768-08:00Kayla Lynn | Lifestyle + PlantsLife + StyleKaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-45962425014957787592023-12-25T21:48:00.000-08:002023-12-26T00:52:49.247-08:00Botanical Taxonomy and Nomenclature<p>Spend any amount of time in the plant hobby, and you'll very quickly discover that there are formal scientific naming conventions for everything.</p><!--wp:paragraph-->
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<p>While many of the plants we all grow and collect have common names we refer to them by ("elephant ear," "prayer plant," "Swiss cheese plant," and "air plant," just to name a few), they also have Latin-based scientific names.</p>
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<p>Without getting too far into the history weeds (there are a lot of online articles about the history of botanical Latin if you'd like to dive in at greater detail than what I lay out here), the current naming convention has been around since the mid-1700s when Swedish biologist and physician Carl Linnaeus developed his system for naming all living things. </p>
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<p>This system is called binomial nomenclature because it is made up of two parts: genus and species. Plants can also have a third part, which is variety or cultivar, as we'll see in the example below.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxVUSxg9oUjCPoTP5UljSK_iNRPBHjukJgd4PAMmrggFhlJdbH6q5qyFKL-taDujCO3vTt7dOJ1DBx-av6J45E9U8TkORX9K_BOdLq7EzC0dLgiGZ9T897PV_2u_tgZAqD2Xov8aA1za8HgTFUo2UMo1zpGC2M-k1Ja_JTN6xnkTcG8qg7VWB5mWmA-VE/s2050/binomial-nomenclature-2000px.webp" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="963" data-original-width="2050" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxVUSxg9oUjCPoTP5UljSK_iNRPBHjukJgd4PAMmrggFhlJdbH6q5qyFKL-taDujCO3vTt7dOJ1DBx-av6J45E9U8TkORX9K_BOdLq7EzC0dLgiGZ9T897PV_2u_tgZAqD2Xov8aA1za8HgTFUo2UMo1zpGC2M-k1Ja_JTN6xnkTcG8qg7VWB5mWmA-VE/s16000/binomial-nomenclature-2000px.webp" /></a></div><p>If we're being honest with ourselves, most of us hobbyists don't really use the proper scientific syntax for writing plant names, but I won't have anyone here say that I didn't teach you how to do it properly. The official convention is:</p><ul><!--wp:list-item-->
<li><i>Genus</i> - First word capitalized and in italics</li>
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<li><i>species</i> - Second word lowercase, also in italics</li>
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<li>'Variety' or 'Cultivar' - If applicable, variety (variation occurring in nature) or cultivar (man-made variation) can generally be represented with a capital first letter inside single quotation marks, no italics.</li>
<!--/wp:list-item--></ul><p>Now that's all fine and dandy, but what happens when you start to see little shorthand words like "aff," "cf," or "sp."? </p><p>Below, I've highlighted some of the most common botanical terms you'll see in plant names and their meanings. This is by no means a comprehensive list, but it's a good place to get started.</p><div aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer" style="height: 70px;"></div><h2 class="wp-block-heading">General Latin Taxonomy</h2><p><b>Note:</b> I use anthuriums in most of the examples below because this information was originally included as part of my <a href="https://www.kayla-lynn.com/2023/12/anthurium-nomenclature-cheat-sheet.html">Anthurium Terminology Cheat Sheet</a> before I decided to separate it out into its own post. While I present a lot of the information below in the context of anthuriums, these terms are applicable to all plants, not just anthuriums.</p><p>Thanks!</p><div aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer" style="height: 30px;"></div><h3 class="wp-block-heading"><b>aff</b>.</h3><p>Short for "affinis"<br /><br />This taxon is given to a plant that closely resembles the named species but isn’t identical to that species. This can also be written as sp. aff.</p><p><b>Ex: Anthurium besseae aff</b>. | Besseae aff. is a commonly-found plant on the market that looks similar to – but is not – a true besseae.</p><p>Random aside: If you’ve never seen a true besseae I highly recommend you look one up because it’s SO pretty. Its ruffled edges are to die for.</p><h3 class="wp-block-heading"><b>cf</b>.</h3><p>Short for “confer”</p><p>This taxon is given to a plant that isn’t identical to the named species, but is still determined to probably belong to that species. </p><p><b>Ex: <i>Anthurium</i> cf. <i>metallicum</i></b> | A plant commonly sold by South American sellers that has a more rounded leaf shape than what I've typically seen in metallicum, but does have similar venation.</p><p>Notes: </p><ul><!--wp:list-item-->
<li>I've seen Ecuagenera refer to cf as “cultivar form,” but I have not seen this used by anyone else and as far as I know, that is not what “cf” actually means.</li>
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<li>I found a good explanation of the difference between “aff.” and “cf.” on a forum: “cf. is used when you have a specimen that is very close to something you know, but you are not sure if it is different. Whereas aff. is used when you have a specimen that is similar to something you know, but you are sure it is different.” (<b><a href="https://www.aquaticquotient.com/forum/showthread.php/37208-What-do-the-abbreviations-quot-cf-quot-quot-aff-quot-quot-spp-quot-mean">Source</a></b>)</li>
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<li>I’ve seen some new, undescribed plants simply labeled “sp.” and not “sp. nov.” I haven’t been able to find an explanation for why this might be. If anyone can explain why a new undescribed plant might be labeled simply “sp.” and not “sp. nov” please let me know!</li>
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<!--/wp:paragraph--></p><p>From an article in the <i><a href="https://academic.oup.com/biolinnean/article/134/1/246/6284353">Biological Journal of the Linnean Society</a></i>:</p><blockquote><p aria-label="Block: Paragraph" aria-multiline="true" class="block-editor-rich-text__editable block-editor-block-list__block wp-block wp-block-paragraph rich-text" data-block="78a5c422-2469-4a4e-81e4-ebeae1f95387" data-empty="false" data-title="Paragraph" data-type="core/paragraph" id="block-78a5c422-2469-4a4e-81e4-ebeae1f95387" role="document" style="color: #111111; font-family: Cardo; font-size: 26.8727px; font-style: italic; line-height: revert; margin-block-end: calc(var(--wp--preset--spacing--10) + 0.5rem); margin-block-start: 0px; margin: revert; min-width: 1px; overflow-wrap: break-word; pointer-events: auto; position: relative; user-select: text; white-space-collapse: preserve;">By ‘biologically meaningful groups’, we mean groups of interest from the perspective of evolutionary theory as groups in which evolutionary novelties (often, adaptations) have established themselves or are in the process of establishing themselves. A biologically meaningful group thus represents a step in the evolutionary process and has its own evolutionary trajectory separate from other groups.</p><div class="block-list-appender wp-block" contenteditable="false" data-block="true" style="bottom: 0px; color: #111111; font-family: Cardo; font-size: 26.8727px; font-style: italic; line-height: 0; list-style: none; margin-block: 1.2rem 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; position: absolute; right: 0px; z-index: 2;" tabindex="-1"><div class="block-editor-default-block-appender" data-root-client-id="4bf1258a-61fd-410e-aff4-0a7e95eb02c0" style="clear: both; height: 24px; margin-block-end: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; outline: 0px; position: relative;"><div class="components-dropdown block-editor-inserter" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: 0px 0px; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: medium; display: inline-block; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 0; margin-block-end: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; position: absolute; right: 0px; top: 0px; user-select: text;" tabindex="-1"><button aria-expanded="false" aria-haspopup="true" aria-label="Add block" class="components-button block-editor-inserter__toggle has-icon" style="align-items: center; animation: 0.1s ease 0s 1 normal forwards running block-editor-inserter__toggle__fade-in-animation; appearance: none; background: rgb(30, 30, 30); border-color: initial; border-radius: 2px; border-style: none; border-width: initial; box-shadow: none; color: white; cursor: pointer; display: flex; flex-direction: row; font-family: inherit; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 400; height: 24px; justify-content: center; margin-block-end: 0px; margin: 0px; min-width: 24px; outline: none; padding: 0px; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s; user-select: text; width: 24px;" type="button"><svg aria-hidden="true" focusable="false" height="24" viewbox="0 0 24 24" width="24" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M18 11.2h-5.2V6h-1.6v5.2H6v1.6h5.2V18h1.6v-5.2H18z"></path></svg></button></div></div></div><p><cite aria-label="Quote citation" aria-multiline="true" class="block-editor-rich-text__editable wp-block-quote__citation rich-text" role="textbox" style="color: #111111; display: block; font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--body); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--small); font-style: normal; margin-block: 1.2rem 0px; min-width: 1px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Thomas A C Reydon & Werner Kunz, "Classification below the species level: when are infraspecific groups biologically meaningful?"</cite></p></blockquote><p><br /></p><!--wp:paragraph-->
<p>This is a gross oversimplification of the process of classifying organism into species and subgroups, and if you'd like to learn more about the current state of affairs in the scientific community I highly recommend you read Reydon & Kunz's article above. </p>
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<p>This, however, is all you really need to understand right now. </p>
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<p>Let's get into some common sub-groupings.</p>
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<p>Short for “cultivar” or "cultivated variety"</p>
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<p>Cultivar names are given when a genetic mutation occurs due to human influence, such as selective breeding or growing in a greenhouse. The abbreviation cv. is used to signify that the mutation is a cultivar. (<b><a href="https://www.cactus-art.biz/note-book/Dictionary/Dictionary_S/dictionary_scientific_name.htm">Source</a></b>)</p><p>Alternatively, many people choose to drop the "cv." and write the cultivar name in single quotation marks instead. Both are acceptable. I think. <br /></p>
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<p><b>Ex: <i>Anthurium dressleri</i> cv. Eastern Panama</b> (can also be written as <b><i>Anthurium dressleri</i> 'Eastern Panama'</b>) | Refers to a specific cultivar of dressleri that was developed under man-made conditions.</p>
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<p>Short for "forma"</p>
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<p>Form is used to describe a group of plants that have minor but noticeable morphological differences from the main species. This is different from a variety in that varieties often have predictable & inheritable traits, whereas a form can crop up randomly and sporadically in a plant population. (<b><a href="https://commelinaceae-plants.blogspot.com/p/commelinaceae-terminology-glossary.html">Source</a></b>)</p>
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<p>A form can also be used to group plants across different species based on similar traits. </p>
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<p><b>Ex:</b> Let's say you have 10 species of wild flower in a valley. They are all usually colored, but occasionally (& seemingly at random), some flowers crop up that are white. Let's name this form of white flowers "f. alba." Now, whenever white flowers appear, we can give them the form designation "f. alba" even if they are different flower species. We would write their names in the format <i>[Genus] [species]</i> f. <i>alba</i>.</p>
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<p>Short for “varietas"</p>
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<p>Variety (rather than cultivar) names are given when a genetic mutation occurs in nature, often from natural cross-pollination. Unlike plant forms that occur in the wild (see f. above), varieties have more stable traits that can be passed on to offspring. </p>
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<p>The abbreviation var. is used to signify that the mutation is a variety. (<b><a href="https://www.cactus-art.biz/note-book/Dictionary/Dictionary_S/dictionary_scientific_name.htm">Source</a></b>)</p>
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<p><b>Ex: <i>Anthurium insigne</i> var. <i>panguiensii</i></b> | Refers to a specific variation in the the insigne species that was collected from the wild.</p>
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<p>subsp. (subspecies), subvar. (subvariety), and subf. (subform) are also valid rankings below the level of species, but I have never encountered these in my own plant collecting. </p>
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<p>If you are at the level where you need to know these terms, I salute you. Feel free to drop any information on these in a comment below so that <b><i>you</i></b> can teach <b><i>me</i></b>!</p>
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<p>If you really want to go down a rabbit hole, I've included a couple of additional blog posts and webpages below to help you dive into the subject a little bit more. Have fun!</p>
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<li><a href="https://www.botanicalartandartists.com/plant-names-and-botanical-latin.html">Plants: Names, Terms, & Botanical Latin</a></li>
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<li><a href="https://www.botanicalartandartists.com/plant-evolution-and-taxonomy.html">Plant Evolution and Taxonomy</a></li>
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<li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glossary_of_botanical_terms">Wikipedia: Glossary of Botanical Terms</a></li>
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<!--/wp:paragraph-->Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-68147756061774008622023-12-11T17:14:00.000-08:002023-12-25T22:59:02.247-08:00Clarification: Unnumbered Papillilaminum Clones<p>Hey folks!</p><p>This post is for anyone interested in the conversation around "unnumbered clones" in the plant community, and how to use this term properly when trading & collecting plants (namely, aroids). </p><p>The entry I'm about to post below <b>IS NOT MY OWN</b>. </p><p>I am copy/pasting a post by Grant Abadal in the Anthurium Addicts Facebook group for anyone who is not a member and who, for reasons of their own, don't want to join the group in order to read the original post. </p><p>I think there is a lot of confusion in the plant community about numbered clones, especially with popular species of plant such as papillilaminum, carlablackiae, and kunayalense, and sharing this information only serves to better educate us all and improve the hobby for everyone.</p><p>You can read the original post here: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/anthuriumaddicts/permalink/1023359142300387"><b>https://www.facebook.com/groups/anthuriumaddicts/permalink/1023359142300387</b></a></p><p><b> </b></p><p>[QUOTE]</p><p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvpfvytbzCOEkugl9YNtO7y9M8ODhgCWLNJKe75tbIk0W36iDwNrlTjbbawLkn6Y_50XqRG5vvJ0NF-oYxF01Bx14XEv3iL65Ld88Vn5VtH8j5Oux7qhC61DdCHgaswJCF1jYoNJBNCnhniLJeimtLl0NpMTjDrFTpWFbe9vaJVUalxGI7pHag4sH-kVc/s2048/grant_abadal_1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvpfvytbzCOEkugl9YNtO7y9M8ODhgCWLNJKe75tbIk0W36iDwNrlTjbbawLkn6Y_50XqRG5vvJ0NF-oYxF01Bx14XEv3iL65Ld88Vn5VtH8j5Oux7qhC61DdCHgaswJCF1jYoNJBNCnhniLJeimtLl0NpMTjDrFTpWFbe9vaJVUalxGI7pHag4sH-kVc/w300-h400/grant_abadal_1.jpg" width="300" /> <img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVlwdc67FucGnzDgDifVqcocvIyPZZFXCVgjxL4OMftKV0S7BEofmco9yyExz-hz9oQzSLtIV-8-wZMmtI8rNJlxNLkL3dFlZ1xJHBPDMhgCeGvB64haTddfXjEPHeGhcZqo2RA_r6zVJRGXLk5IFdbnquEiRxivjYmQdZ9A4bu57GAwuPOAeDAFzLO8E/w300-h400/grant_abadal_2.jpg" width="300" /></a></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span class="x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u" dir="auto">Unnumbered pap clone “RA A”. </span>Photos belong to Grant Abadal.<br /><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></span></b></div><b><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br /> Some clarification on what an “unnumbered clone” is and when it’s appropriate to use this designation. This has been a big topic of discussion lately and it’s clear that a lot of people have no idea what this terminology actually means or implies and it’s causing a lot of confusion in the community and I think setting people up to be taken advantage of.</span></b><p></p><p><b><span style="font-weight: normal;">The whole “unnumbered” designation stems from the RA clones (Rory). As most people know he has numbered wild clones of most of the desirable species (RA1, RA2,…etc). Before the numbering system became a huge part of the focus of the anthurium craze he sold a number of clones to individuals and they were not numbered into his RA numbering system. Whether or not that was because he hadn’t made the numbering system or because these were plants that didn’t make his cut I don’t know. The first time I became aware of this was with several pap clones for example the one now referred to as “RA A” (this name was given by the community for organization purposes not RA himself). There also appear to be some finite number of other species unnumbered clones such as Carla and kuna etc in private collections from collectors that were around pretty early on (3 years plus). Scott’s OG clones fall into this category as well.</span></b></p><p><b><span style="font-weight: normal;">I think some of the confusion we’ve been having lately is that in the beginning a lot of Carlas and other plants were sold as seedlings and the tag would just say “Carla” or “BVEP” with the parent cross names/numbers (ie carla 5 x 10) not being provided. It wasn’t until later that precise cross information started being provided as it became clear that it was important to collectors. It seems like a lot of people are going back and looking at their plants and seeing that there’s no cross numbers on the tags and they’re taking a huge leap and saying “oh this must be unnumbered” which is inaccurate in most cases as they’re can’t be anywhere near the number of unnumbered clones that have seemingly popped up out of nowhere over the past few months. If you didn’t buy your plant as a wild clone or don’t know the convention should be to assume it’s not, not that it is, as there are FAR MORE random seedlings in circulation than unnumbered wild clones. </span></b></p><p><b><span style="font-weight: normal;">I’m not bashing seed grown plants at all but we all know that implying something is a wild plant attaches a certain value to said plant in this community. Additionally for many people in the community including myself precise record keeping and lineages are important so it’s not good practice to make assumptions or leaps with the lineage of plants because that will carry forward with that plant into other collections </span></b></p><p><b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Anyway I’ll stop here and leave a little tldr and of course welcome discussion.</span></b></p><p><b><span style="font-weight: normal;">TLDR:</span></b></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><span style="font-weight: normal;">“Unnumbered clone” means you bought an entire plant or offset of a wild clone from Scott/rory that had no number. If you didn’t buy the plant as a clone or don’t know then it’s probably not and it’s best not to call it that.</span></b></li><li><b><span style="font-weight: normal;">If you bought a seedling from Scott/rory that didn’t have a cross designation don’t call it “unnumbered Carla”. Just say seed grown RA carla unknown cross or something similar. Saying “unnumbered” implies to most people that your plant is a wild clone. Random seedlings were never given number designations so there’s no reason to say unnumbered.</span></b></li><li><b><span style="font-weight: normal;">If you have a wild clone from another source (not Rory) don’t call it an unnumbered clone either. “Unnumbered clone” is a direct reference to Rory’s numbering system so there’s no reason a wild clone from another source would have an Ra number. Call it a wild clone and name the source (if you can 😅)</span></b><b></b></li></ul><p><b></b></p><p> </p><p>[END QUOTE]<b><br /></b></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-49291353683373117602023-12-11T14:26:00.000-08:002024-01-06T18:31:36.947-08:00Anthurium Terminology Cheat Sheet<p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNRKqIzH8gynP1-qpLSKh6Rnf9S1BbyrWkMANZ6EyiLVzeYqY6euynRQyb2omNPNonh4l44uJvsd5wnoCHQdWuVwfR3qgXm_2myoHGhjGWNfgiV7UVm65o0AJKpDk8qDp94f_4Pu4oJ6w3xGgC7MOb3coqKUBUHYeiBDHhPuK-rDaKjoG4phF7kq6vit4/s4032/IMG_5938.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Anthuriums in grow tent" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNRKqIzH8gynP1-qpLSKh6Rnf9S1BbyrWkMANZ6EyiLVzeYqY6euynRQyb2omNPNonh4l44uJvsd5wnoCHQdWuVwfR3qgXm_2myoHGhjGWNfgiV7UVm65o0AJKpDk8qDp94f_4Pu4oJ6w3xGgC7MOb3coqKUBUHYeiBDHhPuK-rDaKjoG4phF7kq6vit4/s16000/IMG_5938.JPG" title="Anthuriums" /></a></b></div><p> <i>Hello! The contents of this page are based on information I've gleaned from a variety of different sources (Facebook groups, forums, YouTube videos, online articles, discussions with other plant friends, etc.). It is correct to the best of my knowledge but I am in no way an expert or a horticultural professional. This blog post is meant only to share what I've learned over the past 3 years as a hobbyist. If any of the information I've posted here is incorrect, please let me know and I will correct it. <br /><br />Thank you all!</i><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Let's be real. Anthuriums are confusing.<br /><br />When I first started getting into more ✨ f a n c y ✨ anthuriums, it felt like learning a whole new language. The community as a whole has developed a lot of shorthand names for popular hybrids and species, and unless you have been around for a while and know exactly which plant people are referring to, you might feel a little bit lost.<br /></p><p><br />When I started out, not only did I have no idea what a "RLFS" was, but I was equally at a loss for what shorthand terms like "aff." and "sp. nov." meant. <br /><br />I've decided to break up the information into two posts. For a rundown on all those Latin-based shorthand terms and botanical naming conventions, check out my article titled <b><a href="https://www.kayla-lynn.com/2023/12/botanical-taxonomy-nomenclature.html">Botanical Taxonomy & Nomenclature</a></b>.<br /><br />For your "cheat sheet" on common terms and plant names floating around the anthurium hobbyist community, stick around and keep on scrolling.</p>
<p>Here we go!<br /></p><p><br /> </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Anthurium Terminology </h2><div align="left" dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-096070d0-7fff-8185-a5d5-047a2ec7237c" style="margin-left: 0pt;">
<table style="border-collapse: collapse; border: medium; table-layout: fixed; width: 100%;"><colgroup><col></col><col></col></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Clone</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">A "clone" refers to any plant produced via vegetative cutting, thus making it genetically identical to the original plant. <br /><br />A selfed plant is NOT a clone. Any type of sexual reproduction, even with itself, introduces genetic variation. </td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Offset</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">An offset is a specific type of clone. <br /><br />Anthuriums often "pup," producing offsets that can be separated from the parent plant, potted up and grown separately. <br /><br />If you hear someone use the term "division" when talking about anthuriums, they're probably talking about an offset. <br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>x self or just "selfed"<br /></b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to any plant that has been bred with itself.<br /><br /><b>Ex: Anthurium (crystalinum x magnificum) x self</b><br /><br />Selfed
plants do not always resemble the parent plant, and it's important to
keep track of & note when hybridizing anthuriums as it makes a
difference in genetics as well as market value.</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Blister variegation</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to a rare form of variegation on anthuriums (as well as some
other aroids) that looks like the silver veining on the leaf has bled or
"popped" like a blister (sorry for the visual). <br /><br />I currently own a blister variegated red crystal x pap that looks rather funky and cool.</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>F1</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "fili 1"<br /><br />F1 refers to the first generation of seedlings produced between <b><u>two genetically different</u></b> parents.<br /><br /><b>Ex: <i>Anthurium dorayaki </i>F1</b><br /><br />A receptive <i>A. dorayaki </i>fertilized with pollen from another <i>A. dorayaki </i>will produce hybrid seedlings that are <i>A. dorayaki</i> F1 (first generation). <br /><br />In anthurium breeding, the parent plants would be selected based on genetic traits you find most desirable and want to bring out in the seedlings. (<a href="https://anthuriumsbydocblock.com/common-questions/"><b>Source</b></a>)</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>F2</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "fili 2"<br /><br />Refers to the second generation of hybrid seedlings produced by parents selected from the <b><u>previous (F1) generation</u></b> of seedlings. <br /><br />It is common for novice plant hybridizers to refer to selfed seedlings as "F2." This is incorrect.<br /><br /><b>Ex: <i>Anthurium dorayaki</i> F2 vs. </b><b><i>Anthurium dorayaki </i>x self</b><br /><br />After
your initial cross with two different <i>A. dorayaki</i> parent plants, you
notice a couple of the seedlings in your F1 batch have brighter &
thicker silver venation than others. Once they reach flowering maturity,
you choose the two plants with the brightest silver and breed them. The
seedlings produced from this cross are now <i>A. dorayaki </i>F2 (second generation).<br /><br />A receptive <i>A. dorayaki</i> flower pollinated with it's own pollen will produce seedlings that are <i>A. dorayaki </i>x self, not <i>A. dorayaki </i>F2. In hybridizing, you need to start with 2 different parent plants to create your first F1 generation. <br /><br />Note: My example here is overly simplified. In your typical breeding program, you'll have much more than 2 parent plants at any given time, but I wanted to keep things easy.</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>F3, F4, etc.</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "fili 3," "fili 4," etc.<br /><br />Just like last time, the third
generation of seedlings will be produced from parents selected out of
the <b><u>previous (F2) generation</u></b> of plants. If you select your two favorite plants from the F2 batch and breed them, the resulting seedlings will be <i>A. dorayaki</i> F3 (third generation). <br /><br />This can continue for as long as
you keep selecting & breeding generations of plants (I currently
have a plant crossed with an <i>A. dorayaki </i>F8). <br /><br />Anthurium breeding is a repetitive process of selecting parents from the
previous generation and breeding them, continually choosing parents for
the genetic traits you want in an effort to produce plants that look
and grow the way you want. After several generations and careful
selection, it's possible to produce a hybrid plant that looks completely
different from the parent plants you originally started out with.</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Open pollinated</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">In anthuriums, this refers to flower pollination via an uncontrolled method, such as wind, insects, birds, animals, etc.<br /><br />Generally,
if a seedling is "x open," the pollen parent is unknown for certain and
thus produces an unknown hybrid. In a hobby where collectors love to
know the provenance & breeding of their plants, this can be
undesirable (though I think it's a good way to get cool-looking hybrids
for cheap 😉).<br /><br />This is slightly different from how the term is
used in agriculture. While pollen still floats around by natural means
(wind, insects, etc.), the pollen is of the same "type" & not a
hybrid (picture a field of corn), thus producing seeds that grow
similarly to the parent crops. </td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Bench hybrid</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Colloquially used to describe an open pollinated anthurium, often in a
greenhouse setting where there are numerous plants shelved on/under
greenhouse benches.</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium NOID</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for Anthurium "No ID"<br /><br />Used by the plant community to refer to a specimen whose true identity is unknown by the grower or seller. <br /><br />There
are endless ways this could happen. Perhaps the grower lost the tag and
doesn't remember what it is. Maybe the plant was bought under one name
but over time, the grower determined that the original ID was incorrect.</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Ecotype</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to a population of plants found in a particular region or local environment. These plants will often be specially adapted to that environment's unique conditions, and are thus genetically distinct from other plants in the same species.<br /><br />In essence, an "ecotype" is a subspecies.<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Germination</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Germination refers to the sprouting of a seed.<br /><br />Anthurium breeders commonly sell both fresh (non-germinated) and germinated seeds. Generally, it is better to buy germinated seeds because non-germinated seeds are not guaranteed to sprout; not every seed harvested will be viable.<br /><br />I would caution against buying fresh seeds unless you are buying a multi-pack, and to be prepared for the possibility that not all of them will germinate.<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Community pot<br /></b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">When planting freshly harvested anthurium seeds, some growers will place them all into one large pot or container with their media of choice (moss, tree fern fiber, etc.) to germinate. This pot is called a "community pot."<br /><br />After the seeds have germinated and pushed out their first leaves, many growers will then separate the seedlings out into their own pots to continue growing. <br /><br />Beware that if you leave seedlings in a communal container for too long, it can be difficult to separate them once it comes time to be potted up. Just trust me.<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Cataphyll growth or "in cataphyll"</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">When your plant is a young, new leaves emerge from the petiole of the previous leaf. When your plant reaches flowering maturity, new leaves begin to emerge from this spiky protrusion at the center of the plant called a cataphyll. <br /><br />This makes room for an inflorescence to grow at the base of the leaf petiole. <br /><br />Grant Abadal has a great <b><a href="https://granthuriums.com/blogs/anthurium-information-education/anthurium-anatomy-basics">anthurium anatomy basics post</a></b> complete with pics.<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Inflorescence or "inflo"</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to the reproductive structure of an anthurium. While most of us hobbysits call it a "flower," the actual flowers are teeny tiny and are located all along the spadix. <br /><br />For visual learners like me, <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lostintheforrestco/p/CxdJu4ELvtV/?img_index=1">@lostintheforrestco</a></b> has a cute anthurium flower anatomy post on Instagram. Grant also has a much more in depth <b><a href="https://granthuriums.com/blogs/anthurium-information-education/all-about-inflos-and-pollination">post on inflos & pollination</a></b>.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div><br /><br /><p> </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Anthurium Names </h2><p> </p><table style="border-collapse: collapse; border: medium; table-layout: fixed; width: 100%;"><colgroup><col></col><col></col></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium BVEP</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for Anthurium "Black Velvet Eastern Panama," a deliciously dark and velvety anthurium species.<br /><br />It has recently been renamed to Anthurium "antolakii" but still often goes by "BVEP" (<b><a href="https://www.exoticaexportare.com/arthurs-plant-notes/anthurium-antolakii">Source</a></b>).</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium sp. nov “DF”</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for “species nova Dewey Fisk”<br /><br />This is a placeholder name
for a highly sought after (& really cool looking) dark velvety
anthurium with flared lobes. It was found in the private collection of
aroid hobbyist Dewey Fisk who in turn received it from Jay Vannini. <br /><br />For more information: <a href="https://www.monsterax.com/introducing-anthurium-sp-nov-df"><b>https://www.monsterax.com/introducing-anthurium-sp-nov-df</b></a></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium papillilaminum FS</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Sometimes referred to as just Anthurium FS or pap FS. <br /><br />Short for papillilaminum "Fort Sherman." <br /><br />Ft.
Sherman is an OG form of wild-collected papi that has been in plant
collections for decades (Jay Vannini references collecting this
plant in the 1980s). It's a dark, velvety pap originating from a region
adjacent to the Panama Canal (<b><a href="https://www.exoticaesoterica.com/magazine/the-ultimate-guide-to-velvet-leaf-anthuriums">Source</a></b>).<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium papillilaminum RL</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Sometimes referred to as just Anthurium RL or pap RL. <br /><br />Short for papillilaminum "Ralph Lynam." <br /><br />Like the Ft. Sherman, Ralph Lynam is an OG form of wild-collected papi that has been in plant
collections for decades. It's a dark, velvety pap originating from a region adjacent to the Panama Canal.</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium RLFS, FSRL, RL x FS, FS x RL</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">However you arrange it, these letters refer to a popular cross between pap "Fort Sherman" and "Ralph Lynam."<br /><br />Jay
Vannini (& probably others) have been hybridizing these 2 forms of
papi for many decades. According to Vannini's notes, these plants
produce fairly uniform offspring with dark upper leaf surfaces &
pink to reddish violet undersides (<b><a href="https://www.exoticaesoterica.com/magazine/the-ultimate-guide-to-velvet-leaf-anthuriums">Source</a></b>).</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium RC</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "red crystallinum" or simply "red crystal"<br /><br />There appear to be multiple
cultivars of red crystallinum around these days, and I've been unable to
determine it's origin as I've seen different assertions on where this plant originally came from. <br /><br />No matter what, it's a really beautiful plant typically
featuring dark leaves, bright red/pink emergent leaves and bold red
venation.</td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium AOS</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "Ace of Spades"<br /><br />This is a really cool spade-shaped hybrid of unknown origin. It's common to find both a green & dark form.<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium DP</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "Dark Phoenix"<br /><br />This is a really popular and beautiful hybrid mostly sold out of Indonesia. If you can't find one locally, exporters like Kartel Daun often have it. <br /><br />DP is generally accepted as being a A. papillilaminum x A. dressleri hybrid.<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium CP</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "Circus Peanuts"<br /><br />I don't see this shorthand too often, but I do see it on social media from time to time.<br /><br />Similar to Delta Force, Circus Peanuts is a genetically distinct plant derived from A. dressleri x A. leucostachyum. It was produced by Mike Bush in the early 1980s, and Selby Gardens named it "Mike's Goliath" to honor him (<a href="https://www.aroid.org/aroidl-archive/showthread.php?id=1823"><b>Source</b></a>).<br /> <br />However, Tom Croat coined the unofficial name "Circus Peanuts" because of the sickly sweet candy smell the flower produces. According to Donna Atwood of Selby Gardens, the name was a joke, but the hobbyist community has latched onto it and generally refers to it as CP and not Mike's Goliath.<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium FTG</b> or <b>FTG crystallinum</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to to beautiful & unique crystallinum hybrid by Fairchild Tropical Gardens (FTG)<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>NSE</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to plants grown by NSE Tropicals, a well-known plant nursery in Florida owned & operated by Enid Offolter.<br /><br />Ex: NSE crystallinum, A. sp. NSE portillae (also known as "Dorito" portillae for it's triangular shape), NSE dressleri<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>SKG</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to plants grown by Silver Krome Gardens in Florida. <br /><br />Ex: SKG grey, SKG silver, SKG red crystallinum<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Tezula</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to plants grown by Tezula Plants in Florida.<br /><br />Ex: Tezula Ace of Spaces, Tezula red crystallinum<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>DF </b>or<b> df<br /></b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "dark form"<br /><br />Ex: Anthurium Tezula AOS DF, A. forgetii df </td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthuriun KOS or HU</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "King of Spades" or "Haji Uli"<br /><br />KOS is a really cool hybrid of unknown parentage bred by well-known Indonesian breeder Haji Uli. The plant is sometimes referred to on the market by his initials (HU). <br /><br />Prior to being called "King of Spades," Indonesian sellers sold this plant under all sorts of names, including "red magnificum." <br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium TALL</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "Tim Anderson Long Leaf"<br /><br />Often comes in two different forms, TALL 'A' and TALL 'B'.<br /><br />I have been able to find ZERO information online about the origin of this plant or even any info on Tim Anderson himself other than he's a long-time anthurium hybridizer and grower. If anyone has any info they'd like to provide, drop a comment below!<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium papillilaminum L x LB</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "long x long bullet"<br /><br />This is a pretty form of papillilaminum featuring a more sharp & elongated leaf shape. After searching the internet, I wasn't able to find any information about it's origin. <br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium Novelty Ace or Noveltyg AOS</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to a popular plant sold under the name "Ace of Spades" by @noveltyg on eBay.<br /><br />Based on online discussions, this plant is NOT a true AOS, but it's still dark, velvety, and pretty. We love her. I've even seen some collectors call it Hawaiian-form AOS.<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>RA1, RA2, RA3, etc.</b></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to select types of wild papillilaminum clones sold by Rory
Antolak ("RA"). <br /><br />I don't know when exactly this numbering system
began, but probably somewhere around 2021. There's a really great
explanation by Grant Abadal on papi numbering in the Anthurium Addicts
Facebook group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/anthuriumaddicts/permalink/1023359142300387"><b>https://www.facebook.com/groups/anthuriumaddicts/permalink/1023359142300387</b></a>.<br /><br />For anyone not in the group, I've copy/pasted Grant's Facebook post in a separate blog post: <a href="https://www.kayla-lynn.com/2023/12/clarification-unnumbered-papillilaminum.html"><b>https://www.kayla-lynn.com/2023/12/clarification-unnumbered-papillilaminum.html</b></a></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>RA</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to plants grown & sold by Rory Antolak.<br /><br />Collectors often use the shorthand "RA" to indicate that a plant was obtained from Rory. <br /><br />Ex: Anth. portillae RA, Anth. dressleri RA, Anth. carlablackiae RA<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium dressleri RG</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Short for "Río Guanche"<br /><br />This refers to a species of Anth. dressleri belonging to the Río Guanche ecotype (Colón Province, Panama). <br /><br />These plants were bred and released into the aroid collector market by Jay Vannini. The most desirable & sought after form of RG dress sports incredibly dark, near-black leaves. However, since this is a recessive genetic trait, this characteristic is rare. (<b><a href="https://www.exoticaesoterica.com/magazine/the-ultimate-guide-to-velvet-leaf-anthuriums">Source</a></b>)<br /><br />Note: When talking about papis, RG might mean Ree Gardens, as in the famous A. papillilaminum 'Ree Gardens'. If you've never seen one, it's worth a looksy because I think this form of papi is ICONIC. <br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium Indo dressleri</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">This plant is NOT a true dressleri. I repeat: NOT a dressleri. Don't pay dressleri prices for it. <br /><br />Plants sold as "Indo dressleri" or "dressleri Indo form" are typically NOID anthuriums from Indonesia. They can still be cool plants, just be aware of what you're buying. <br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Anthurium "Windy" dressleri</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to a popular form of A. dressleri grown & sold by Windy Aubrey.<br /><br />I've seen one reference to the fact that Windy's dressleri was derived from Jay Vannini's Río Guanche clone, so I'm not sure if Windy dressleri's are genetically distinct or if people are just noting that they obtained their dressleri from Windy the way people do with Scott & Rory papis. (<b><a href="https://evilutiontropicals.com/blogs/news/anthurium-dressleri">Source</a></b>)<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>OG1, OG2, OG3, etc.</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to select types of wild carlablackiae clones sold by Scott Cohen and originally obtained from Rory
Antolak.<br /><br />These plants are numbered separately from the RA line of papillilaminums. (<b><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Anthurium/comments/169ervk/heard_of_ra_before_but_who_is_og/">Source</a></b>)<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>SC1, SC2, SC3, etc.</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Similar to Rory's paps, this refers to select papillillaminum clones sold by Scott Cohen ("SC").<br /></td></tr><tr style="height: 0pt;"><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;"><b>Wu1, Wu2, Wu3, etc.</b><br /></td><td style="border-bottom: solid #000000 1pt; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left: solid #000000 1pt; border-right: solid #000000 1pt; border-style: solid; border-top: solid #000000 1pt; border-width: 1pt; overflow-wrap: break-word; overflow: hidden; padding: 5pt; vertical-align: top;">Refers to lines of select plants produced by Wuhoo Tropicals in Texas. <br /><br />Species of plants currently going by this naming scheme include A. 'Red Crystalinum,' A. papillilaminum, and A. carlablackiae. (<b><a href="https://wuhootropicals.com/blogs/news">Source</a></b>)<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><p><br /> </p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-43958619444273663312023-12-11T11:56:00.000-08:002023-12-25T22:59:17.606-08:00My Favorite Online Plant Sellers (2023 Version)<p><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUJUVbYcaY1kJGF4R1h_lygBQ_ZlaSBVN9D1mckkMI0zHGu-rQ5Hmngj82jtBA-UqEKHvQ2wHSEtZBrq1nZTDpSf94MsB7HKUBx68Jvhd4gLVltVqAoI7Y0HINLkPpDhlBqng_0RInzLwlo3EJjTTWt7IVT-kkq-wrdQTsfFY_cJ2h7pUehrHhyVktw6Q/s4032/IMG_5490.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Philodendron Spiritus Sancti from NoveltyG on eBay" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUJUVbYcaY1kJGF4R1h_lygBQ_ZlaSBVN9D1mckkMI0zHGu-rQ5Hmngj82jtBA-UqEKHvQ2wHSEtZBrq1nZTDpSf94MsB7HKUBx68Jvhd4gLVltVqAoI7Y0HINLkPpDhlBqng_0RInzLwlo3EJjTTWt7IVT-kkq-wrdQTsfFY_cJ2h7pUehrHhyVktw6Q/s16000/IMG_5490.JPG" title="Philodendron Spiritus Sancti" /></a></b></div><b><br /> </b><p></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Welcome, plant friends!</b></p><p>It's been a while since I did an updated (& more comprehensive) list of all the really great plant sellers out there on the Internet. </p><p>While shopping for plants in-person is always the most ideal scenario, the reality is that the availability of certain plants (& plant shops in general) is lacking in my area. Which means I have become somewhat of an expert on having plants shipped from around the country and even imported from outside the United States.</p><p>Before I get into the list, it's worth noting that if you are new to buying plants online, it's important to read the policies and tips from the plant shop you're purchasing from. They'll often set expectations around what to expect for your shipment provide you with information on caring for your plant after it arrives as well as requirements for any exchanges or returns for heavily damaged or dead-on-arrival plants. </p><p>I've seen sellers require an unboxing video in order to process any replacements. You may also be required to reach out within a certain time frame to report any issues with your shipment (sometimes within 24 hours). I've even seen sellers stipulate that replacements won't be issued if you repotted your plant soon after receiving it (say, within a week of arrival). <br /></p><p>Know these types of things before you order so that there are no nasty surprises. </p><p><br /></p><p>That's all from me!</p><p>The list below is a working list, so I may add or delete entries as needed. I have personally purchased from every shop and seller on this list except those marked with an asterisk (*). Feel free to leave any shops you think I should check out in the comments below! I love finding new plant sources.</p><p>Happy growing 🪴<br /></p><p> </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">The Great Big List of Online Plant Sellers <br /></h2><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Websites<br /></h3><p><b><a href="https://www.hoyahole.com/">Hoyahole</a></b> - Mainly uncommon anthurium seeds & seedlings<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://www.creakyshed.com/">Creaky Shed</a></b> - Mainly uncommon anthurium seeds & seedlings, sometimes other plants available</p><p><b><a href="https://tanasianwithplants.com/">Tan Asian With Plants</a>*</b> - Mainly uncommon anthuriums seeds & seedlings<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://www.rareplantfairy.com/">Rare Plant Fairy</a></b> - "Unicorn" plants, uncommon plants, variegated plants. Having their own tissue culture lab means they often offer cool plants for a good price.<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://weloveplantsfl.com/">We Love Plants</a> </b>- Large & uncommon plants (at <i>great</i> prices, wow)<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://greenhues.us/">Green Hues</a></b> - Mainly anthurium seeds & seedlings</p><p><b><a href="https://bayareafrogs.com/">Bay Area Frogs</a> </b>- Mainly anthurium seeds & seedlings, terrarium plants<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://understoryoasis.com/">Understory Oasis</a>*</b> - Unique anthurium hybrids & uncommon plants</p><p><b><a href="https://www.nsetropicals.com/">NSE Tropicals</a> </b>- Uncommon plants</p><p><a href="https://canopyplantco.com/"><b>Canopy Plant Co</b></a> - Common & uncommon plants</p><p><a href="https://leafysoulmates.com/"><b>Leafy Soulmates</b></a> - Cuttings & nodes, uncommon plants</p><p><a href="https://www.thebloomkeeper.com/"><b>The Bloomkeeper </b></a>- Uncommon plants, variegated plants<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.gabriellaplants.com/"><b>Gabriella Plants</b></a> - Common & uncommon plants; known for their Philodendron hederaceum cultivars ("Rio" & "Gabby")</p><p><a href="Mainly uncommon anthurium seeds & seedlings"><b>Plants and Pamperin</b></a> - Mainly uncommon anthurium seedlings, common & uncommon plants</p><p><a href="https://ecuageneraus.com/"><b>Ecuagenera (Florida)</b></a> - Common & uncommon plants, acclimated plants from their Ecuador grow facility<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://ecuagenera-ca.com/">Ecuagenera (California)</a></b> - Common & uncommon plants, acclimated plants from their Ecuador grow facility; CA typically has less of an online selection than FL<br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Etsy Shops</h3><p><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/alltheplantbabies">alltheplantbabies</a></b> - Unique anthurium hybrids, uncommon plants</p><p><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGreenEscape"><b>TheGreenEscape</b></a> - Starter plants, common & uncommon plants</p><p><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/NicePlantsGoodPots">NicePlantsGoodPots</a></b> - Uncommon plants, lots of Anth. Hoffmannii X (if you're in the market)<br /></p><div class="wt-text-heading wt-text-truncate" style="text-align: left;"><p style="text-align: left;"><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/iDrinkNiPlantThings">iDrinkNiPlantThings</a>*</b> - Uncommon plants</p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PaperCraneNursery"><b>PaperCraneNursery</b></a> - Uncommon plants</p><p style="text-align: left;"><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AroidzOasis">AroidzOasis</a></b> - Uncommon plants</p><p style="text-align: left;"><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Christina08Garden">Christina08Garden</a>*</b> - Uncommon plants</p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PLANTAMANI"><b>PLANTAMANI</b></a> - Uncommon plants</p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/RootedRaritiesLLC"><b>RootedRaritiesLLC</b></a> - Mostly uncommon anthuriums, other uncommon plants<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Botanicaz">Botanicaz</a></b> - Cuttings, *fancy* begonias, uncommon plants</p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MoreShadesOfGreen"><b>MoreShadesOfGreen</b></a> - Tissue culture plantlets </p><p style="text-align: left;"><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/CanopyGems">CanopyGems</a></b> - Uncommon plants</p></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">eBay Sellers</h3><p><a href="https://www.ebay.com/usr/noveltyg"><b>noveltyg</b></a> - Uncommon plants; known for the "NoveltyG" ace of spades anthurium<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.ebay.com/usr/fairchild.nursery"><b>fairchild.nursery</b></a> - Uncommon plants (mainly anthurium)<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://www.ebay.com/usr/koolcollectibles2014">koolcollectibles2014</a></b> - Mainly uncommon anthurium seedlings<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.ebay.com/usr/rareplantfairy"><b>rareplantfairy</b></a> - "Unicorn" plants, uncommon plants, variegated plants (weekly auctions in addition to weekly website restock)<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.ebay.com/usr/thebloomkeeper"><b>thebloomkeeper</b> </a>- Uncommon plants, variegated plants<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://www.ebay.com/str/wildeartha">Wild Eartha</a></b> - Common & uncommon plants<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://www.ebay.com/usr/cactus2753">cactus2753</a> </b>- Common & uncommon plants (typically "buy it now" rather than auctions)<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.ebay.com/usr/aroids-hawaii"><b>aroids-hawaii</b> </a>- Common & uncommon plants</p><p><b><a href="https://www.ebay.com/usr/optiflora">optiflora</a>*</b> - Albos, albos, and more albos<br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Instagram</h3><p style="text-align: left;"><b>Note: </b>Many sellers who sell via Instagram are also beginning to sell via the app <b><a href="https://plantstory.app/">Plant Story</a></b>. Be sure to download the app and check it out if you're a frequent live shopper!</p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p><b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/2plantdaddy/">@2plantdaddy</a></b> - Mainly uncommon anthurium seeds & seedlings via stories <br /></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/35nthrive/"><b>@35nthrive</b></a> - Mainly uncommon anthurium seeds & seedlings, other uncommon plants via scheduled story sales<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/plantsandpamperin/"><b>@plantsandpamperin</b> </a>- Often does weekly purges on Thursdays & Sundays via stories & <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/anthuriumx">Anthuriums FB group</a></b> (Note: Abe is currently in the middle of moving to Hawaii so story sales are mostly on pause but I believe you can still shop via <a href="https://plantsandpamperin.com/"><b>his website</b></a>).<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dadeplantco/">@dadeplantco</a>*</b> - Common & uncommon plants via stories</p><p><b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ecuagenerausa/">@ecuagenerausa</a></b> - Common & uncommon plants via live sales </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ecuagenera_ca/"><b>@ecuagenera_ca</b></a> - Common & uncommon plants via live sales</p><p> </p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">International</h3><p><b><a href="https://www.therareplantshop.co.uk/">The Rare Plant Shop (U.K.)</a></b> - Uncommon plants. Plant YouTuber Kaylee Ellen's shop.<br /></p><p><b><a href="https://nstropicals.com/">North Shore Tropicals (Canada)</a></b> - Uncommon plants (shipping to U.S. is a bit pricier than elsewhere). Also available via live sales on <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/northshoretropicals/">@northshoretropicals</a></b>.<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.ecuagenera.com/"><b>Ecuagenera (Ecuador)</b></a> - Common & uncommon plants. Fresh imports also available via pop-up events.</p><p><b><a href="https://tropicalsplants.com/">Tropicals Plants (Ecuador)</a>*</b> - Common & uncommon plants. Fresh imports also available via pop-up events & live sales on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tropicalsplantssales/"><b>@tropicalsplantssales</b></a>.<br /></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/karteldaun/"><b>Kartel Daun (Indonesia)</b></a> - Uncommon anthuriums via plant drops & DMs on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/karteldaun/"><b>@karteldaun</b></a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/karteldaun.us/"><b>@karteldaun.us</b></a>)<br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-67984809476022106422021-07-25T14:27:00.008-07:002023-12-25T22:59:24.750-08:00What's The Difference? Philodendron White Knight vs. White Princess vs. White Wizard<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="My Philodendron white knight, white princess, and white wizard side by side on the ground" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnQHYFrzRE5sEXzyR4oTj4HgXWIaJFToGmxbcEskJ4OxZ1cUM7cZechYOOLUGl5IxSYMa-LQaW6JrSh_NXAsjCMScP0J1Rl2bqzu-sOx81LgYLMmEVAvXdS5o9JPCF9XKRA3uJxR339nY/s16000/IMG_9949.JPG" /></div> <p></p><p>If you love collecting rare philodendrons, then you've no doubt come across the likes of the Philodendron White Knight, P. White Princess, and P. White Wizard, each of which sports beautiful white variegation on their emerald-colored leaves. But what's the difference between them?</p><p>The confusion stems in large part from the rate at which sellers and collectors alike misidentify these similar-looking plants. The foliage itself can look nearly identical in color and shape from one species to another, especially when the plant is in a very juvenile stage. </p><p>Luckily for us, there is actually a very easy way to tell the difference between each plant in this "royal court" of philodendrons, no matter the plant's age or variegation. It's all in the stem!</p><p>Let's take a look at each plant below.</p><p> </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Philodendron White Knight</h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Top view showing the white variegation on my Philodendron White Knight" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB_Gm35x3fEQCxx44FRtf8YYqHsE-z1s3RWFLvv-x4FfYHKgJGXEdur5Nz1pV02TEcSAFKPFDMH2Vn1-xw3O6ODKXeYtFu_kgMEsEY7AvkXag18v0nhHixPKrsctsAstIP3cZza6ylV8g/s16000/IMG_9942.JPG" /></div><p></p><p>Out of these three plants, the Philodendron White Knight is probably the easiest to identify. This plant is characterized by a striking brownish-burgundy stem & petioles edged with white on the cataphyll. In short, if the stem is not green, it is not a white princess or white wizard.<br /></p><p>The leaves of the white knight can vary in terms of variegation. Sometimes it has huge patches of white, sometimes it is splashy and constellation-like, and sometimes the plant alternates between putting out all green and all white leaves. The type of variegation you get may just come down to the genetics of your individual plant as well as your growing conditions and care routine.<br /></p><p>In general, though, the white knight has a more rounded leaf shape than the white princess but smaller leaves than the white wizard. It is also a climber, meaning that it will vine and grow upwards if you give it proper support.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Me holding up my Philodendron White Knight that's growing up a thin wooden stake" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGKwe9cKXZfw0ID9n5ZZRZfW9hXdrNfup36jmHfk69MI46JVDFriptoYT2Cbtw6EbHpimEpbOl4zrqPdBAwwlvh4VuKI3LQMN50GzJI-Z2ttlqwP4UimaBe-V8T_WzmF1NxZEr7iRoyio/s16000/IMG_9930.JPG" /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_Ryf1-pcc6ZVoxoMf_nFsHiAwVPJ5gtAZpqOG4JyJ03ME7Hb5h8RAQ146sFXrICxZDT-_nvVfjgBJP9jv3LgULlbVNh07XBkCjFpQ3UtPa-Opqe8LK7kPPE3smES2X2cFA1f08Nwn9m4/s800/white_knight_stem.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Closeup of the purple-burgundy stem of a Philodendron White Knight" border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_Ryf1-pcc6ZVoxoMf_nFsHiAwVPJ5gtAZpqOG4JyJ03ME7Hb5h8RAQ146sFXrICxZDT-_nvVfjgBJP9jv3LgULlbVNh07XBkCjFpQ3UtPa-Opqe8LK7kPPE3smES2X2cFA1f08Nwn9m4/s16000/white_knight_stem.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Better picture of a P. White Knight stem courtesy of Ken's Philodendrons<br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Philodendron White Princess</h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Me holding up my Philodendron White Princess to show the splashy white variegation" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY2UryH0vzm1SlOvDAYYiYnxwtqRLZ1X_69uDQyoV6UHxU1eFgL8YjSUR2HPw-PmvC8sOTgiGVf3QJ8qgXLgC4BxR67MqOfFRMcCFkCUpHi6BT0qRK2speUnlt1NO9LM2a1izdH9E6sWw/s16000/IMG_9941.JPG" /></div><p></p><p>The white princess possesses a bright green stem edged with pink and sometimes also white on the cataphyll and throughout the stem itself. Like all three plants on this list, it is a climber.<br /></p><p>This plant is special in that its variegation is mostly white, but every now and then it might surprise you with a patch of pink just like a Philodendron Pink Princess! I've managed to get my white princess to produce all pink stems and petioles by exposing it to high lighting. I find the white princess to be the most "splashy" and constellation-like in its patterning, although that doesn't mean that the coloring can't still come in "patchy" (a.k.a. sectoral). </p><p>White princesses typically have longer and more narrow leaves than both the white knight and white wizard. While they may become more rounded and paddle-like in maturity, I still find that the leaves remain a bit more pointy at the end than the other two.</p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Closeup of the green, pink, and white stems on my Philodendron white princess" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggKw7JfZ3V67GTWRD8n4ljsBbUN7EzHD6s0iY27vhvgCCl8JxAzACp1Z-FEOqRkQAhpzDcT8ZniftMmrjCoPvqyIELNkM5g2kIxCWAmHKAkuKiYuIwbe9cajOcqozHCho3-_SkMPfkxpM/s16000/IMG_9937.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Closeup of the stems on my Philodendron White Princess. Note the pink and white accent coloring.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p> <br /></p><p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Philodendron White Wizard</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Me holding up my baby-sized Philodendron White Wizard with only two small leaves" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcSFD9wOQ12NuiTyXCxOwlDIN_bjMlU_mBjUz1jhoAi1z9jMmOMICp6NN9EppiWzbYp_r-5RnfTr137d39wJOFBlCWwhSADOqr18jn2nuccMaBuDUNNUvS99h9PiUeHobQg1JY2QUeiYM/s16000/IMG_9946.JPG" /></div><br /><p>Compared to the white knight and white princess, the Philodendron White Wizard has definitely been the toughest plant for me to find as a collector (EDIT: Ha! I originally wrote this blog post in 2021. At the time, white wizard was a difficult plant to find, but thanks to an influx of tissue culture plants, white wizard is now pretty easy to find & very affordable. Same with white knight and white princess.). The white wizard has a completely green stem oftentimes edged in white or containing stripes of white variegation on the stem itself. In fact, you will never find any other colors on this plant, so if you see any pink or dark burgundy anywhere, you know you're looking at a different plant. </p><p>White wizard leaves are the largest and roundest, with splashy variegation occurring only rarely. Generally, the variegation in white wizards presents as sectoral, or as large patches. I personally love this type of variegation. The contrast it creates is just beautiful. </p><p>I also find that the white wizard has the least amount of white variegation of the three plants, but when you do get variegation it's just... <i>mwah</i>! Chef's kiss. <br /></p><p>Like the others, the white wizard is also a climbing plant that would greatly appreciate a wooden stake or moss pole in order to grow and produce its characteristic large leaves. </p><p>Since I only have a baby specimen, here's a photo from the Internet of a more mature plant:</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Arm holding up a more mature Philodendron White Wizard plant with four large leaves" border="0" data-original-height="1478" data-original-width="1108" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjewEZ97vUTLbcJK5J8knzG8WFpgL-bN8pFmpYMeEZ5Qgdkv-Y2ACmlaKVNCryVhEQOVcNttV-5E_vzOfoWaNOTTQwkUFJ2uBD0XDnM5FwlwMCQHsrfxHK8ayTzzK13_6wJjsBAFeVBbDA/s16000/white_wizard.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo of a more mature P. White Wizard courtesy of Etsy<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img alt="A mature Philodedron white wizard climbing up a moss pole and sitting on a table" border="0" data-original-height="1008" data-original-width="756" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjuCNX96BluzYYcgQV9PXSJHiCazubpHO3EwcqhSx2uSPN5MMXStHjWVuUSBR2n9LCNx9mgaSXH8JjopgyU4giFE5Ayy-iXAep7qDPKeedxBaGU9h7hons_3W5bb_DibFuAvrYfODN_I/s16000/philodendron_white_wizard_reve_1601541035_e1d32c8f_progressive.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Another photo of a mature P. White Wizard. Note the green stem; it can be completely green or green and white. Photo courtesy of <a href="https://www.carousell.sg/p/philodendron-white-wizard-reverted-1038731357/">Carousell</a>.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <p></p><p>And there you have it! Everything you need to know in order to correctly identify each of these plants (and not fall victim to a misidentification). </p><p>Don't get me wrong, owning any of these plants is a delight, so discovering the white princess you bought is actually a white knight is hardly the end of the world. But once you know the difference, you may find yourself truly surprised by how often these plants are still being mixed up online and on social media. <br /></p><p>They truly are stunning philodendrons, and collecting them, while expensive, can be well worth the investment. Prices are also slowly beginning to fall on them as more and more people propagate and grow them, so if these plants are still out of your budget you may have your chance soon!</p><p><b>Was this post helpful? Consider sharing it with your friends and fellow plant lovers on social media! </b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Pinterest pin for this blog post" border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSO0JpEtXFM9XJqCrwZBfSFLLCE8Ex1vSpUP3HwiYGiZ_IVzdIhKNN0qoo6EmHStTQ6IueyMCTqEQHNELGQMyThS8bY4u82z5BSpPf5M5jhHgAEDI3I9q17kPFQJTx2LGF-Mk6pZ2_s9s/s16000/Which+Plant+Is+This%25281%2529.png" /></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-17195637649050243592021-03-08T06:00:00.078-08:002023-12-25T22:59:31.793-08:00Grow Lights 101: Raising Houseplants in a Low-Light Home<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjprHKHGTKw-KJqI-h04WwDtswxf22YxzAXSRd8yZ3I2z0qsbgzqi9TX6JLBKrk9N3qqNyu8QIjUXJUc6bQ77wm42TGf_ZJ7BYaJzJBCBiRtB0YAAIOn6jsywSM2XwCrpxz1-HrpQWo8Ew/s2048/Indoor_grow_light.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="White plug-in wall sconce with indoor grow bulb" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjprHKHGTKw-KJqI-h04WwDtswxf22YxzAXSRd8yZ3I2z0qsbgzqi9TX6JLBKrk9N3qqNyu8QIjUXJUc6bQ77wm42TGf_ZJ7BYaJzJBCBiRtB0YAAIOn6jsywSM2XwCrpxz1-HrpQWo8Ew/s16000/Indoor_grow_light.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>As luck (and life) would have it, not all of us are fortunate enough to live in a home blessed with multiple large windows that allow bright natural light to cascade indoors. </p><p>If you're anything like me, you may also have the added challenge of living in a region like Seattle where consistent sunshine is sorely lacking and dark gray clouds reign supreme. As a born-and-raised Washington native, the drab grayness and cold drizzle don't bother me too much. </p><p>Do I wish I could have just a little bit more sunshine in my life? Absolutely. But I can handle the dim lighting a bit better than some of my other light-dependent roommates. I'm talking about my houseplants. </p><p>Living in a low-light region, combined with the fact that my apartment really only has one window that casts any sort of halfway decent light, means that my houseplants aren't always the happiest of campers. This was okay when I had maybe one or two low-light tolerant houseplants (a golden pothos and a simple arrowhead plant). The lighting wasn't ideal, but my plants found a way to endure the dark winters just fine. <br /></p><p>Since then, my apartment jungle has grown a great deal. I currently own 15 houseplants – and I'm proud to report that I have only killed one (RIP to my spider plant). While many of my plants continue to be low-maintenance species with moderate light requirements, I have picked up one or two fussier plants that hail from more tropical locales such as a pink pinstripe calathea, or <i>Calathea ornata</i>. </p><p>As I have learned more about houseplants and further added to my "houseplant wishlist," I have also picked up a few plants that prefer bright, indirect light such as a <i>Ficus tineke</i>, with its beautiful green and yellow variegation, plus a <i>Monstera adansonii</i> and <i>Monstera deliciosa</i>. </p><p>All this to say – the dim lighting in my apartment doesn't really cut it anymore in terms of care and light requirements for some of my newer houseplant additions. </p><p>Fortunately, there is a solution to this problem: <i><b>Grow lights! </b></i></p><p><i><b> </b></i></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq1t-GpPXSOZL8Xj8xjmdk-opYjKmMh9vv0HbN5fqqxUQSVD2Dyt3I78jR12DiegTOwY8ofarADMDP7bB9a1DnT7tV8qMN6a9g7iucDjRKq8GYIp0GWUFNfxpahWzfk6D3DzGHiRIdBVg/s1102/Pinterest_Grow_Lights_101.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pinterest image Grow Lights 101" border="0" data-original-height="1102" data-original-width="735" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq1t-GpPXSOZL8Xj8xjmdk-opYjKmMh9vv0HbN5fqqxUQSVD2Dyt3I78jR12DiegTOwY8ofarADMDP7bB9a1DnT7tV8qMN6a9g7iucDjRKq8GYIp0GWUFNfxpahWzfk6D3DzGHiRIdBVg/s16000/Pinterest_Grow_Lights_101.png" /></a></b></i></div><i><b><br /></b></i><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Why Light Is Important <br /></h2><p style="text-align: left;">Alright, here's the ultimate Plants 101 rundown (if you're rolling your eyes at me right now, feel free to skip to the next section).<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">Your houseplants (or any plant, really) need light in order to grow and survive. Through a process called <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photosynthesis" target="_blank">photosynthesis</a>, a plant turns light energy (plus carbon dioxide and water) into chemical energy that can be stored in the form of carbohydrates and released to fuel the plant's metabolic activities. In short, your plants synthesize their own "food" needed to grow and do plant things. </p><p style="text-align: left;">A lack of sunlight can make your plants look very lackluster and unhealthy. Signs of light deficiency in houseplants include:</p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Loss of leaf coloring, especially in variegated plants</li><li>Slow leaf growth (or no growth at all)<br /></li><li>Sparse or "leggy" foliage</li><li>Yellowing and dropping leaves</li><li>Small or stunted leaf growth</li><li>Leaf browning (in certain species)</li></ul><p>Sufficient light is a vital component to having lush, vibrant-looking houseplants! <br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Should You Use a Grow Light for Your Houseplants?<br /></h2><p>In a perfect world, we would all have homes with tons of windows and doors to move our light-loving plants closer to, including a few South-facing ones. Unfortunately, we do not live in a perfect world. </p><p>For example, I would love to have <a href="https://www.kayla-lynn.com/2017/06/and-next-big-design-fad-is-shower-plants.html" target="_blank">a plant or two in my bathroom</a>. The humidity from showers is perfect for certain plants (like ferns). However, I am currently living in my second apartment with no window in the bathroom, so there goes that idea. </p><p>As it turns out, homes with sparse or small windows are common, especially in apartment rentals. In some cases, you may have ample window real estate only to find that a large portion of natural outdoor light is blocked by nearby buildings or trees. <br /></p><p>This is where a plant grow light comes in. </p><p>A grow light can be incredibly beneficial for your indoor plants if your home (or a particular room in your home) does not receive a lot of bright natural light. As mentioned in the previous section, insufficient light can lead to a loss of coloring in your beautiful variegated plants, as well as sparse or small leaf growth as your plants try to stretch and reach for more light.<br /></p><p>If any of your houseplants are displaying signs of light deficiency but you don't have any significant light sources to move your plants closer to, then a grow light may be the way to go. </p><p>In my case, I get an okay amount of natural light in the early morning during the spring and summer. On these brighter days, I don't need to rely on a grow light quite so much. </p><p>In the winter, however, not even the late mornings cast any sort of rejuvenating glow over my plants that need it. During these months, when the days are shorter and darker, my grow light is 100% necessary for my plants' health.</p><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3ipHbeaHhu1jmCo5NKDCcP-hICvilGxj5TsGaG2s83K4pherVSYUNHQesYUApUnkkSkMe5xUffD8juoTMrEsAg9XRHlIXjyAaRTIYb4NNObJsyveBwuGOhq0stKqw8RIYYzZahIZyMN4/s2048/Indoor_houseplants_3.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Ficus tineke under an indoor grow light" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3ipHbeaHhu1jmCo5NKDCcP-hICvilGxj5TsGaG2s83K4pherVSYUNHQesYUApUnkkSkMe5xUffD8juoTMrEsAg9XRHlIXjyAaRTIYb4NNObJsyveBwuGOhq0stKqw8RIYYzZahIZyMN4/s16000/Indoor_houseplants_3.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Types of Indoor Grow Lights</h2><p>A simple Google (or Amazon) search for grow lights will return an overwhelming number of options. As you browse, you'll start seeing terminology such as "kelvins" and "fluorescent" and "full-spectrum." Additionally, you'll see countless different lamps, pendants, panels, and bulbs. It's a lot. </p><p>Let's break down some of the technical details.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Grow Light Fixtures<br /></h3><p>Starting at the most superficial level, the kind of grow light fixture you choose is completely up to you and will depend on your home and the actual location of your plants. If you are able to hang lights from the ceiling, for example, then a nice pendant light might be a good (and stylish) option. </p><p>Sadly, I have popcorn ceilings in my apartment so sticking anything into it isn't allowed. If this wasn't the case, though, I would 100% get this <a href="https://www.soltechsolutions.com/product/aspect-plant-light/" target="_blank">beautiful pendant from Soltech Solutions</a>. <br /></p><p>If your plants live on a shelf then a lamp that can clamp onto the edge or a light bar that can stick to the underside of your shelves would be a great option. Certain task lamps and floor lamps affixed with a grow bulb might also work for your plants so long as they can sufficiently mimic the placement of the sun (more on this in a bit).<br /></p><p>With so many different fixture options, your bound to find a light that works for your situation. For me personally, I have found that a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HC6JF55/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1" target="_blank">simple plug-in wall sconce</a> affixed with a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085ZVM2R7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1" target="_blank">full-spectrum LED grow bulb</a> does the trick!</p><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzYhDsmPrQmEF8V-lx6MGLLEAJW-7skkuX1EAMAy_V5YMSoRBiCVozMbzhJoO7NN09ME1H3Oq7okA9X1a575WdbEyGo_BCteospCHozcNqpnjWfXpPpwibXIJeW9XZTvr52c9V0_yETcg/s2048/Indoor_grow_light_3.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Close up of a white wall sconce" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzYhDsmPrQmEF8V-lx6MGLLEAJW-7skkuX1EAMAy_V5YMSoRBiCVozMbzhJoO7NN09ME1H3Oq7okA9X1a575WdbEyGo_BCteospCHozcNqpnjWfXpPpwibXIJeW9XZTvr52c9V0_yETcg/s16000/Indoor_grow_light_3.JPG" /></a></div> <p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Grow Light Colors<br /></h3><p>Plants use different wave lengths of light for different purposes. </p><p>When searching for grow lights, you'll most commonly see blue, red, and full-spectrum bulbs. Red light is particularly important for flowering and fruiting plants, while blue light is important for general vegetative growth. These colors are most useful as supplemental light for growing seedlings, herbs and veggies indoors. </p><p>For most leafy green houseplants, however, a full-spectrum white bulb is the best choice. A full-spectrum grow light will better support your plants because it includes all wavelengths of light needed for your them to grow and thrive. A full-spectrum grow light also most closely mimics actual sunlight. </p><p>As an added benefit, you won't have a garish red or purple light hanging in your home either. It's a win-win.<br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Fluorescent vs. LED Grow Lights</h3><p>There are two main categories of lights you'll come across: fluorescent and LED lights. You may also come across incandescent grow lights, however, I don't recommend them for your houseplants (check out this <a href="https://homeguides.sfgate.com/disadvantage-using-incandescent-bulbs-grow-plants-73828.html" target="_blank">home guide from SFGATE</a> to see why). </p><p>This <a href="https://smartgardenguide.com/led-vs-fluorescent-grow-lights/" target="_blank">blog post from Smart Garden Guide</a> breaks down the differences between the two types of light in more depth than I will go into here, but for me LED lights stand out as the clear winner.</p><p>For starters, LED lights are the safest and gentlest option for your houseplants because they give off the least amount of heat. The last thing you want is to bake your poor plants with your grow light. LED lights are also much more energy efficient than fluorescent lights, an important consideration given that you'll likely be running your lights for long periods of time. </p><p>Additionally, LED lights are the least breakable and have the longest lifespan compared to other types of grow bulbs.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Can I Buy Any LED Light Bulb? <br /></h4><p>It is worth noting here that an LED <i><b>grow light</b></i> and a general LED light bulb that you would buy for your home are not the same thing. </p><p>In general, your regular old LED light bulb is not powerful enough and does not have the right color output necessary to nourish your houseplants. It is possible to find a regular LED that will work, but the results will likely not be optimal.</p><p>While you and I may just see a bunch of bulbs emitting white light, there are actually subtle differences in the mixture of red, blue, green, and other colors that your houseplants will definitely notice. </p><p>A grow light is more specialized thanks to the customizable nature of LED technology. They contain an ideal ratio of color wavelengths preferred by plants. LED grow lights also emit a brighter, more powerful beam of light than your average household light bulb.</p><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx2UzAlNMLCTQ0WwzqjInFgY_lgc50KbeTUEy5p1onvLeCynMJsi68yAOkPq_qgee9xxdWn0xOyrJgrwOfeKrCeXjkxDDVZs2SAgiXk3Otm8DTIEkebvHEAeS2HEX42HHhjKi3RzNwUdw/s2048/Indoor_houseplants_2.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Assorted houseplants on a table under an indoor grow light" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx2UzAlNMLCTQ0WwzqjInFgY_lgc50KbeTUEy5p1onvLeCynMJsi68yAOkPq_qgee9xxdWn0xOyrJgrwOfeKrCeXjkxDDVZs2SAgiXk3Otm8DTIEkebvHEAeS2HEX42HHhjKi3RzNwUdw/s16000/Indoor_houseplants_2.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">How To Use a Grow Light</h2><p>Once you've selected the type of grow light you want (I recommend some sort of full-spectrum LED white light for houseplants), its time to put it to good use. </p><p>Your grow light should mimic the sun as much as possible. As such, your grow light should by placed somewhere above your plants, shining downward. If you purchase a grow light that clamps onto the edge of a table or shelf, be sure to avoid positioning your light so that it sines upward from the base of your plant. The sun does not shine from below in nature and it shouldn't in your home either. </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Grow Light Distance <br /></h3><p>Each grow light or bulb will likely come with a set of instructions specific to that product. As a general rule of thumb, you'll want to position the grow light fairly close to your plants (within 2-3 feet but no closer than 6 inches). This will render the light beam sufficiently bright and powerful as to be effective in stimulating growth. </p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B085ZVM2R7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1" target="_blank">The bulb I use</a> has a recommended hanging height of 20"-39" and covers an area of approximately 2 square feet. </p><p>If you want to cover a larger area and light multiple plants, you can place the lamp slightly further away. Just remember that the light intensity decreases the further away you move it. If you have many plants to cover, you may need multiple grow lights. </p><p>My wall sconce (affixed with an LED grow bulb) sits about 24" above the surface of the dining room sideboard I sit most of my plants on. The bulb itself is angled towards a handful of my less low-light tolerant plants I have clustered at one end. The grow bulb sits anywhere from 12"-20" away from the top of any given plant in the coverage area.</p><p>Grow light distance may also depend on the type plants you have. Low-light plants can be placed further away from your grow light while your more light-loving plants can be placed slightly closer. </p><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsncevCWXBjPWCy1JP_Awk0mQdSRfGpVxbXA0bUp3sOxeVJtw_GlGTiPx6mLaNnpHlJoKWZXG8Bp2v56ZySR2P8AiLj_JjJe-I7mMiMCmrsKLJwI5nKUCFYNfCZeY54z2q2g146dx8his/s2048/Indoor_houseplants_4.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Assorted indoor houseplants on a table seen from above" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsncevCWXBjPWCy1JP_Awk0mQdSRfGpVxbXA0bUp3sOxeVJtw_GlGTiPx6mLaNnpHlJoKWZXG8Bp2v56ZySR2P8AiLj_JjJe-I7mMiMCmrsKLJwI5nKUCFYNfCZeY54z2q2g146dx8his/s16000/Indoor_houseplants_4.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Grow Light Hours</h3><p>Artificial light is not quite as strong as the bright rays of the sun. So while your houseplants could do with only a few hours of bright natural sunlight, an artificial light will need to be run for a bit longer to convey the most benefit. Actual ranges vary, but most houseplants grow best with 10-14 hours of artificial light. <br /></p><p>In practice, if you turn on your grow light when you wake up in the morning and turn it off when you go to bed, your plants will get ample "sunlight" and be perfectly fine. <br /></p><p>No matter how many hours you run your grow light for, you do have to remember to turn it off at some point. Your plants need some shuteye too! </p><p>A dark period is just as good for your houseplants as light. At night, when your houseplants stop synthesizing food because the light has gone away, important metabolic processes happen that keep your plants healthy and further encourage growth. <br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Can I Use a Lamp I Have at Home? <br /></h3><p>While it is possible to use floor lamps and desk lamps that you already have in your home, there are several important considerations. </p><p>The light emitted from your lamp should be unobstructed, meaning that a regular household lamp with a shade is not a good option. Additionally, lamps of this fashion will direct most of the light upwards towards the ceiling rather than down at your plants. </p><p>Some sort of task or reading lighting capable of shining a beam of light downward should work well so long as you are able to position the lamp sufficiently close to your plants.</p><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYTzmp_dUQBN1p2_U4aXuvcBPWmU6gvKDKRL1AYWx8_uooh13VN8hJ47gMv4a7rBEtdCCNBv6a2PTb2DUE1KGSUDUMxCy5Pn2wunnVoYdmmDCkdqK5Fcl6DbvUeFlP2QrQYVYMSxCy20U/s2048/Indoor_grow_light_2.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Houseplants on a table and a white indoor grow light" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYTzmp_dUQBN1p2_U4aXuvcBPWmU6gvKDKRL1AYWx8_uooh13VN8hJ47gMv4a7rBEtdCCNBv6a2PTb2DUE1KGSUDUMxCy5Pn2wunnVoYdmmDCkdqK5Fcl6DbvUeFlP2QrQYVYMSxCy20U/s16000/Indoor_grow_light_2.JPG" /></a></div><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">Best Indoor Grow Lights<br /></h2><p>No matter which grow light you choose, your indoor houseplants are sure to thank you for the extra boost! </p><p>As an interior design enthusiast, I knew that I wanted something functional yet also stylish. There are plenty of cute plug-in pendants and sconces out there perfect for maintaining your home's interior design aesthetic. All you need is a good grow bulb and you're off to the races!</p><p>Check out some of my picks for the best grow light ideas below. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcwIKW7_8YHTyYecw6CXg4QEihzNhJ6yi42iLZns_VmmmmrCVBZ3Mvc5m4fvqL4zE4WhvNDlIlkyWkGjjJN8uqv_4uVlgMlg7cYY2wB8cQr8fC1dKUTZG3tXUNS2VhQwZ96Ikx22egQEM/s1920/Best_Indoor_Grow_Lights_Roundup.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Roundup of the best indoor grow lights for houseplants" border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcwIKW7_8YHTyYecw6CXg4QEihzNhJ6yi42iLZns_VmmmmrCVBZ3Mvc5m4fvqL4zE4WhvNDlIlkyWkGjjJN8uqv_4uVlgMlg7cYY2wB8cQr8fC1dKUTZG3tXUNS2VhQwZ96Ikx22egQEM/s16000/Best_Indoor_Grow_Lights_Roundup.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Farmhouse-Pendant-Light-Switch-Hanging/dp/B07MPWVHGM/ref=sr_1_2?crid=122UQMP4K7MLH&dchild=1&keywords=plugin+pendant+lamp&qid=1614964405&sprefix=plugin+pendant%2Clawngarden%2C235&sr=8-2 " target="_blank">Farmhouse Caged Hanging Pendant Light</a> // <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HC6JF55/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1" target="_blank">Contemporary White Wall Sconce</a> // <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Replace-Flowers-Greenhouse-Hydroponic/dp/B085ZVM2R7/ref=pd_rhf_ee_s_rp_c_2_1_6/137-1564943-0009847?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B085ZVM2R7&pd_rd_r=6c3cd664-8306-4de1-939a-b780cf2b1648&pd_rd_w=id0dD&pd_rd_wg=5Xekl&pf_rd_p=45ea3989-28e2-45c9-97ac-7e99f613a91b&pf_rd_r=SW0RNH37217N7RXHN58M&psc=1&refRID=SW0RNH37217N7RXHN58M" target="_blank">3 Pack Full Spectrum LED Grow Bulb</a> // <a href="https://www.amazon.com/HMVPL-Industrial-Pendant-Hanging-Ceiling/dp/B07G28G1FS/ref=sr_1_11?crid=122UQMP4K7MLH&dchild=1&keywords=plugin+pendant+lamp&qid=1614964405&sprefix=plugin+pendant%2Clawngarden%2C235&sr=8-11" target="_blank">Industrial Barn Pendant Light</a> // <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Woods-0169-169-Clamp-Light/dp/B009ONXWC2/ref=sr_1_52?dchild=1&keywords=clamp+on+lamp&qid=1614964834&sr=8-52" target="_blank">Aluminum Reflective Lamp with Clamp</a> // <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6?tag=aboutcom02thespruce-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1&ascsubtag=4158720%7Cn77eb8b3668d54819925421c9ba684f1e16" target="_blank">GE LED Grow Bulb</a> // <a href="https://www.amazon.com/VOGEK-Adjustable-Gooseneck-Brightness-Settings/dp/B08JQ1W7N3/ref=sr_1_13?dchild=1&keywords=LED%2BGrow%2BLight%2BStrips&qid=1614962734&sr=8-13&th=1" target="_blank">VOGEK LED Grow Lamp</a> // </span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="a-size-large product-title-word-break" id="productTitle"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mosthink-Spectrum-Dimmable-Hydroponics-Succulent/dp/B082PJJC8S/ref=sxin_11_ac_d_pm?ac_md=1-0-VW5kZXIgJDUw-ac_d_pm&cv_ct_cx=LED+Grow+Light+Strips&dchild=1&keywords=LED+Grow+Light+Strips&pd_rd_i=B082PJJC8S&pd_rd_r=b7e645f2-9773-43de-8cf8-afb9e7eb4f5e&pd_rd_w=YNSkH&pd_rd_wg=e7TTm&pf_rd_p=36deca3f-0240-4c64-a598-47f52c2ef1fb&pf_rd_r=QTKAB93GZRGN008EAKMJ&psc=1&qid=1614962734&sr=1-1-22d05c05-1231-4126-b7c4-3e7a9c0027d0#customerReviews" target="_blank">Mosthink LED Plant Grow Light Strips</a> // <a href="https://www.soltechsolutions.com/product/vita-grow-light/" target="_blank">Soltech Solutions VITA Grow Light</a> // <a href="https://www.thesill.com/products/grow-lighting-kit-large?variant=29228364955753" target="_blank">Soltech Solutions Grow Light Pendant </a><br /></span></span></span></div><p><br /></p><p>Thanks for stopping by! If you liked this post or found it useful, please take a few seconds to share this post with your friends and family on social media. Until next time, friends. <br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-49308655899970952972020-09-17T06:00:00.007-07:002022-07-06T12:47:54.474-07:00My 6 Favorite Washington Hikes<p>This blog post is one that I have been wanting to write for a while, especially for all my out-of-state friends and acquaintances who want to get into hiking (because #PNWonderland) but don't know the area. There is no shortage of beautiful trails to explore, and whether you want a waterfall, a lake, or a bird's eye view, there is a destination for everyone.</p><p>It was so hard to narrow this post down to only five or (ultimately) six hikes. When I began drafting this post and adding in photos, I realized that the length and scale of this post was just too much. I could easily write several posts about hikes, which is probably what I will end up doing. For now, the following 6 hikes are the ones I have chosen to share.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="6 of the best hikes in Washington State" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVillswprloofMVl07sOTaDObK634qRd0wPHC8v231bDnWiPtoX51b3NS2C-8SQOEaP3EGyq0_KR15Fg0DEvD1ULgcnsi3Kq6ekTznC6PMKELJOzTU-0YaLuRFT2GQRKMt22VUG44o7Jg/s16000/Sheep_Lake_hike_2.jpg" /></div><p><br /></p><p><b> I do feel like I have to begin this post by making a few brief disclaimers.</b></p><p>First: There are SO many amazing Washington hikes that I have <u>not</u> done, among them <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/lake-22-lake-twenty-two" target="_blank">Lake 22</a>, <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/snow-lake-1" target="_blank">Snow Lake</a>, <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mailbox-peak" target="_blank">Mailbox</a>, and <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mount-fremont-lookout" target="_blank">Fremont Lookout</a>. I have no doubt that I would actually really love these hikes–and some of them would no doubt make this list–however, these hikes are also so massively popular that the thought of dealing with crowds kind of dampens my enthusiasm. I'll make my way around to these hikes one day, so don't fret over the fact that none of these hikes are on this list! I only wanted to include hikes that I personally have done and can speak to.<br /></p><p>Second: For anyone new to the outdoors, or even as a reminder to those of you who have a few hikes under your belts, it is incredibly important to respect the outdoors and conduct yourself in a responsible manner while enjoying it. The amount of trash that has been left behind on local trails in the past 6 months and the amount of forest damage that has occurred has been incredibly disheartening and infuriating to see. You should always take your trash–including toilet paper and food scraps–with you. You should also enter outdoors spaces with the mindset that you will leave little to no trace that you were ever there, a set of principles called Leave No Trace. You can review these principles below and also refer to the LNT website for further information.<br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Leave No Trace <br /></h2><p><a href="https://lnt.org/" target="_blank">Leave no trace</a> principles are vital to the preservation and integrity of our natural outdoor spaces. In order to create a healthy and sustainable future for wildlife and nature, it is important to practice minimizing your impact when recreating outdoors. </p><p>Before you embark on your next hiking adventure, keep the following Leave No Trace principles in mind:</p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Plan ahead & prepare</b>. Hiking with a pet? Don't forget a leash and doggie bags.<br /></li><li><b>Travel & camp on durable surfaces</b>. Try to stay on marked trails and campsites.<br /></li><li><b>Dispose of waste properly</b>. Pack out <i>everything</i> you pack in. Orange peels do not degrade as quickly as you think they do.<br /></li><li><b>Leave what you find</b>. Additionally, do not alter trails and campsites and quit carving your initials into trees. There are less harmful ways to recognize your relationships.<br /></li><li><b>Minimize campfire impacts</b>. Use fire rings, know whether or not burn bans are in effect, and do not use a live tree for firewood.<br /></li><li><b>Respect wildlife</b>. Don't feed the animals, folks.<br /></li><li><b>Be considerate of other visitors</b>. Please don't blast music from a portable speaker and be sure to yield to uphill traffic.</li></ol><p>Basically, clean up after yourself, be nice to others, and don't destroy the forest. That way, we can all continue to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest for generations to come! Woo! </p><p>Now that we've covered that, it's time to find out what some of my favorite hikes are. Enjoy, and feel free to let me know in the comments what your personal favorite Washington hikes are.</p><h1 style="text-align: left;">My 6 Favorite Washington Hikes<br /></h1><div><h2 style="text-align: left;">1. <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/colchuck-lake" target="_blank">Colchuck Lake </a></h2><p>Length: 8 miles round-trip <br /></p><p>Elevation gain: 2,280 feet </p><p>Location: Leavenworth area</p><p>Pass: Northwest Forest Pass</p><p>Dogs allowed?: No <br /></p><p><br /></p><p>I don't particularly like assigning difficulty levels to hikes because I think it's all relative to what your fitness level is and how much hiking experience you have. But if I had to, I would say that Colchuck Lake is fairly strenuous for the average person (aside from the natural beauty of the lake and surrounding region, one of the things I remember most was that this hike kicked my butt).</p><p>Don't worry, though. Your efforts will be greatly rewarded.</p><p>Colchuck Lake lies about 30 minutes past the Bavarian-themed town of Leavenworth. (<i><b>Side Note:</b></i> Leavenworth has canceled all of their holiday events for 2020, including their winter festival. While this is a huge bummer, I still highly recommend you file this location away if you've never been and visit as soon as it is safe to do so! It's an incredibly easy day trip from Seattle.) This area is seriously chock-full of amazing outdoor activities including hiking, horse riding, rock climbing, snowshoeing, and more. </p><p>Colchuck and nearby Stuart and Snow Lakes are perhaps the closest most people will get to experiencing the beauty and majesty of the famed <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/enchantment-lakes" target="_blank">Enchantments</a> without scoring one of the <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/permits/233273" target="_blank">coveted overnight permits</a> (which can be secured only by entering into an annual lottery). With names like "Dragontail Peak" and "Aasgard Pass" denoting the features around the lake, you can definitely get a sense for the type of otherworldly experience you are in for. Going beyond Colchuck Lake and backpacking through The Enchantments is definitely one of my bucket list experiences. </p><p>If you manage to land a camping permit, you can also camp along the shores of the lake. Keep in mind that this area is patrolled and maintained strictly, so do not enter any areas or engage in any activities that you do not have a permit for. </p><p><i>*Forgive the circa-2016 cell phone pictures, they're all I have!</i></p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Me hiking to Colchuck Lake" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRmITsT0Pdk0_JLxwQ17z7T_3OvKFCO1oy2Z723XIIYgXBsPSEvBcUXpyhrIcNHotMYtrBj2iDOEJABSpejC8czimWZbNKyouJhXRlip5tIGLtX-TkgXG48Sor8qRcbjduSrms0UuduWE/w480-h640/Colchuck_Lake_2.jpg" width="480" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTObZjBIunqYm863-lxdFWMnxznx7Hco-EalDdcNeGE_r0GX7KtI-BezAuPyVvhYgl_dh9o51YUUCuI2cFsDBw1hIVp2FQdWJKpjJXEDU8Y4boDpWBLh0FBJy5938C21dRUl1cPmci7iA/w480-h640/Colchuck_Lake_3.jpg" width="480" /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Ryan at Colchuck Lake" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1497" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDt4ZnDiUeaStuVz8DDG0HKAoGJYyJOBLvy4AEMA1zU0v93CBQt0GgIxjHKcQSiq8sl_3i03OZpNjk6SLaSeqKgZ1aVo_A3Wu8GKrL0hIlq_tULrwsbepEoMGUt5vBQW9cbCU0qkQO_3Q/w468-h640/Colchuck_Lake.jpg" width="468" /></div><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">2. <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/skookum-flats" target="_blank">Skookum Flats</a> <br /></h2><p>Length: 7.8 miles round-trip (or 4.2 miles)<br /></p><p>Elevation gain: 300 feet (or 100 feet)<br /></p><p>Location: Chinook Pass<br /></p><p>Pass: Northwest Forest Pass</p><p>Dogs Allowed?: Yes <br /></p><p><br /></p><p>This hike is a bit of a "choose your own adventure" style hike. You have two options for starting points depending on if you want a longer or shorter hike. You can begin at the trailhead from FR 73 for a shorter and less steep hike of just over 4mi. Or, you can begin from the trailhead at FR 7160 for a longer and slightly steeper path (although at 300 feet of elevation gain, its still not that bad as far as PNW hikes go. Just take a look at the elevation gain on the next hike in this list!). </p><p>Note that if you take the longer route, finding the trailhead can be a little confusing. There is a sign that says "Trailhead" in the parking lot but this sign is misleading. There is not actually a trailhead there (and they really should just take the sign down). Instead, you are going to leave the parking lot, cross the road you came in on, and continue walking up the road (north) a little ways until you find the <i>actual</i> trailhead. <br /></p><p>Either way, you will arrive at the base of a really pretty waterfall. Like, <i>right</i> under it. Waterfall flow is always strongest in the spring and early summer so this time will be your best bet for a lot of the waterfall hikes in the region. Just be careful for slippery rocks (Ryan was ready with his camera expecting me to slip).<br /></p><p>In addition to visiting the falls, you can also wander out along the gravel banks of the White River. You will also get lots of sneak peaks of the river and creek throughout your hike. All in all it's incredibly scenic no matter which path you take. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="The falls on the Skookum Flats hike" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiOIZKKoQ6Vk-l1stoC7ovj4_nJfaH6B2lNZcIBOoE7lC_7qaa9B2fbsWtQ6ncpguW_MgZRbkqMdWR649lVB8ol8pbffriEZ6VNronwzIgujJ6vSxu7ygd8lOanrME0X9G0vZxmkxYs5s/s16000/Best_WA_hikes_Skookum_Falls.jpg" /><br /></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Bring a reweard beverage when hiking" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLUZxE7C4V3ajdFL3x0yaVUb1rV_Hc79cdhRNEFnwflJL1pY_0pMB1qV-uvF0Q0hZiK07p_kqXf9BAhZAdU6lMx4GR8gcCv2LRy8l2rLX-ixAnD-c_tAjydoLqovVg8fymNpaQ5S7Y94c/s16000/WA_hikes.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Best Washington hikes: Skookum Flats" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqUQujslQy52ki8D9-iF9e84UFE3uAxDIGSSnGXuEL6lR9GD1u28Vqs6yKSK-AvxtgGWdsyN1hNHOcgJRI9-rhK_LW-DnCCiXzdoU4okn6OZIfkOvKProTBEckvMsPRICy09E-8MDwTwQ/s16000/best_Washington_hikes_Skookum_flats.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Hiking with dog at Skookum Flats" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh04zgJbpSbXN2-I_q2qxoesO1St5se3cFGLaxzMcVuvGp95lYGuUvsz1mbPB4AezJT8YkwT3uMJehZTIXTUTUfGFRXQ65MAaArvjCvSgBGdKFiQkR4bXCiUjX0et9WXZqLNtRzl_HSjdg/s16000/best_Washington_hikes_Skookum_flats_2.jpg" /> <br /></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="House Wine at Skookum Falls" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB1nQernhGFjtoYNmoKoB9jBQ6wDDloFrHfWCZdTNN4y1PeNg5kSSElJjfVIVPwkm2XYdVC4rG6mEfH_JjapcTHKzvLqqZ-T275fdy0GRDSVwcIKY9tjefkdtpZfwjkWyZsVPgd2sVIBQ/s16000/WA_hikes_2.jpg" /></div><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><h2 style="text-align: left;">3. <a href="https://lnt.org/" target="_blank">Melakwa Lake</a></h2><p>Length: 8.5 miles round-trip</p><p>Elevation gain: 2,700 feet</p><p>Location: Snoqualmie Pass</p><p>Pass: Northwest Forest Pass</p><p>Dogs Allowed?: Yes<br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Melakwa Lake is one of my personal favorite hikes. It can be a difficult one if you try to power through it and if you're not in the best of shape. It's saving grace, however, is that the trail is incredibly interesting with lots of opportunities to stop. </p><p>The first time I did this hike my party made frequent stops which made the hike seem much less difficult. The second time when I tried to power through with minimal stops its was <i><b>significantly</b></i> harder. <br /></p><p>First there's a fun creek crossing going over Denny Creek. The water level and speed vary depending on the time of year, so try at look at trip reports on the WTA to gauge whether or not the crossing is safe before you head out. Many of the families with smaller children that started out from the parking lot with you will stop at this point and picnic/hang out for the day. Some may even wander up to the next scenic point a quarter of a mile past the creek–Keekwulee Falls. You can only see the falls through the trees and from a distance, but they are nonetheless pretty (and a great spot to stop for water or a snack). </p><p>The trail becomes much quieter beyond this point, and more strenuous. Depending on the time of year, some of the upper portions of this trail may still have snow. At the end, you will be rewarded with a beautiful emerald lake where you can stop for lunch or even camping. </p><p>Be sure to pack bug spray. "Melakwa" is Chinook for "mosquito" if that tells you anything. </p><p><i>*Sadly, I don't really have any good photos from Melakwa. </i><br /></p><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">4. <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/sheep-lake" target="_blank">Sheep Lake</a><br /></h2><p>Length: 3.6 miles round-trip </p><p>Elevation gain: 400 feet</p><p>Location: Chinook Pass<br /></p><p>Pass: Northwest Forest Pass<br /></p><p>Dogs allowed?: Yes</p><p><br /></p><p>If it's possible to have a "comfort hike," then this would be it. You know, that hike that you keep doing over and over again just because. It's not too hard, not too long. It's the perfect hike. Ryan and I have impromptu popped up here for an evening hike and a picnic-style dinner, which works out perfectly because the crowded parking lot usually begins clearing out, with all the families packing their kids up and heading home, by about 5pm. <br /></p><p>The drive over Chinook Pass to the trailhead is perhaps one of the most scenic drives I have ever taken. There are some jaw-dropping views of Mt. Rainier along the way, with space to pull over and snap some photos along the way. The last couple miles to the trailhead are even more beautiful, albeit much more hair raising (heights-fearing people, beware). You will make your way up a narrow and winding mountain road with immense drop offs just a few arm lengths away. At its highest point, Chinook Pass is 5,430 feet tall. Drive slowly and carefully. </p><p>One big reason I love this hike is because you are close enough to Mt. Rainier to feel like you're right there at the park. The trailhead itself, however, lies in national forest land just outside the boundaries of the national park proper. This means that you do not have to pay the $30 national park fee ($55 annual) and instead pay only for the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r6/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=fsbdev2_027010" target="_blank">Northwest Forest Pass</a> (only $5 for a day pass or $30 annual, a pass that is well worth it as you can use it in so many other places). </p><p>Dogs are also allowed on national forest land, while hike in the national park are sans doggo. Ryan and I always get a kick out of taking the sheep dog to Sheep Lake. I know, our humor sucks. <br /></p><p>In the summer, this trail is blanketed with wildflowers. At the lake, there's plenty of room along the shore to sit down, spread out, and hang out with camping spots available as well. This is a hike that Ryan and I do all the time, and there's also close access to a few other great hikes in the immediate area. Just be prepared to do battle for a parking spot if you plan on hiking during a peak time (basically 9am-4pm). <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Sheep Lake is a beautiful lake" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs0RB_srzabbhfnVXO3xyOSiuY92owun63pde_zN3Bsg5OdKLcdEazQAQx7Zd0eWln2e1HMqtRYOrTI3eUquuPyM3nYX_DiiJ0WfJo6VGY_MqJQj_OLF-MH8pkHZVF9A6b89_rfT3rIf0/s16000/Sheep_Lake_hike_2.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Sheep dog at sheep lake!" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKTOj_qKNcZ5WbT8rC9hsKA-Awmm1WwPwjjLdW0Hn2m3LrobA1wHkMP45xIC_XBGw0PHOoYn5bwcGXCm_sjVffULnjd8zALUthUpdLIfI5i_alhIs94ZL9EhaujYEfrE_CbALTewmK2Ek/s16000/Sheep_Lake_hike_3.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Views along the Sheep Lake trail" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH5LXj3_-rYjFbXo4Ru1RQgk8sfqWynZc5LRKHnr_8mK0vekkqzvkLqyuVkv8s5IgNjTfsCYEgZMSgtY4fc4KvFgS4tbEB4n07z95P6PptwnQy3AGMy8-GUOZSdkNHDx2EHPbabj1Ekko/s16000/Sheep_Lake_hike.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Hiking at Sheep Lake" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7HbK5YzJHW4xOW2AurZQi-ecfkfrq5ys8Us6M9D_sapd7MjM_7178uVFnDE2_2FvtNjhfXg9SN8faxSuReiOVJcqNNHTTsykUVfBQnaRbXBJEghJCS_O4Cyc35tqnngUBgPkdD7UYk6w/s16000/Sheep_Lake_hike_4.jpg" /></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">5. <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/cherry-creek-falls" target="_blank">Cherry Creek Falls</a></h2><p>Length: 5.0 miles round-trip</p><p>Elevation gain: 450 feet</p><p>Location: Stevens Pass</p><p>Pass: None<br /></p><p>Dogs allowed?: Yes</p><p><br /></p><p>The early bird gets the worm on this hike as there is no parking lot and legal parking space for only about 5-10 cars. The trailhead lies just beyond a private road, and all the neighbors have "No Parking" signs in front of your homes. Do not park along the road anyway–the land owners <i><b>will</b></i> have you ticketed or towed. Plus, if too many people fail to follow the rules, the possibility exists that the trail could be closed to the public for good.</p><p>The first time Ryan and I tried to go on this hike, we arrived by about 8am on a Saturday morning only to find that all the existing parking space was filled. We ended up having to leave and find someplace else to go. The following weekend, we came even earlier (about 6:30am) and were able to get a spot. </p><p>The lack of parking means that the trail is actually very quiet and peaceful. Or at least, that's what it used to mean. When Ryan and I did this hike about 2-3 years ago (I can't remember exactly when it was), we didn't run into a single group on our way to the falls, had the falls all to ourselves, and ran into only a handful of groups on the way back out. It was <i>heaven</i>.</p><p>Looking at recent trip reports, however, this appears to have changed. People are illegally lining a private road for a mile and showing up in droves. This is <i><b>unacceptable</b></i>, people! If there is no legal parking available, I'm sorry, but you have to move along. Try again next time.<br /></p><p>Anyway, if you do manage to do this hike one day, perhaps on a weekday or during the off season, you won't be disappointed. There's a bright yellow wrecked car in the forest that you can take pictures of, and the hike itself isn't too strenuous. The falls are small but incredibly pretty and picturesque. </p><p>I hope to do this hike again one day! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Cherry Creek Falls" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghNNnxZat2fpc4g-0BG2j1wk1yssgllXyT2wflBvLanPsMJrF-4O9vXPFYR2yjCzf8q16cODP8PKEQDLJ6us-Trm3d7cagEqXY71vT7FRxp2eG-eMY4YgJxDG9yFPX3o-YeOS7-eyUgbU/s16000/Best_WA_hikes_Cherry_Creek.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Me and Sam hiking" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSXWjpyeSmP46fZacU02uadAL65PetJ4DpX8ppvfkdVa3yJGEAgYii45MhXa8GbrK-rvNV-C09N6MJtu2-HuH4u-R1oXG-34pfnz4JX9HLebj_3dHAdvDTQqdX5pJhBxe0Jld3PU17QQQ/s16000/best_Washington_hikes_Cherry_Creek_Falls.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Dog at Cherry Creek Falls" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrzsLU12vXFNAhF4CQYTPZAmdkRlrxxjrAHiByxWSpaQuoIf0QcvzRWgBQ9QTJFLJc4zcv3ajUfO424ZGLQBfARglv9o92afPKw1njBuD3e8gW-_-ZWkAn-DJp-2iAP32xNwQjyDrspck/s16000/Cherry_Creek_Falls.jpg" /></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Sneaking food to the dog" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiABw7xJujguqSEurpcU_el_hCg4lbjGI_DQyFP-dWbQOIzAIBIKzf9qBRWKqVdaXYPKkZXGSv78CsWol1MLh-k38Ji1BG1crLeM3prkoDbPqwaSVP1R6smC3U6EdM6k6TrQmnaBeOK9c8/s16000/Cherry_Creek_Falls_2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sneaking food to the dog<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Caught feeding the dog" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT8EqErbPBGk_Yl6rfhgKFH5e53GSExnwfOQhiplm7qW6WGZXIGuHjtud9DJ1I7YjglDY3wP6ZINmv-EoROH6EExqW6FW9w0tMEqdsT3SBAAaPKjAH36ae29W0ggATJfavdHpZJsuz6nU/s16000/Washington_hikes_Cherry_Creek_falls_2.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" /></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Caught!<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></div><div></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Abandoned car at Cherry Creek" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJqr5WyDn5t5gCzT1pLHhNoBWeNe0gbshCz2tBRvbcHxMOL9wXGi5hRv5FcNgf0DUBVifmm0h0xJULa_8Eka3Tyu3aw_KLEyPyNauiNFTH3dK2LCcbxmJVokfqn3Bpw0qkPvvLPIZhLQ0/s16000/Washington_hikes_Cherry_Creek_car.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Sam sitting in front of a tree" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHJkpEiHUxy_zdMcPRiY_1wbLxOLSzfDuiraTSBQiXWmBnVLgcy4jope1FXafXfW9-Snap8vwOFTA_EOoXfxysiSJoJ0CV7-B97ku57qmGy7LlyD-1KBUldmihkYBbDWbNJW2X0hIe9E/s16000/Dog_at_Cherry_Creek_Falls.jpg" /></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">6. <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/dirty-harrys-balcony" target="_blank">Dirty Harry's Balcony</a> </h2><p>Length: 4.4 miles round-trip</p><p>Elevation gain: 1,300 feet</p><p>Location: Snoqualmie Pass<br /></p><p>Pass: Discover Pass<br /></p><p>Dogs allowed?: Yes</p><p> </p><p>Dirty Harry's Balcony is a great hike for anyone who wants an overhead view of the forest. There are two rock large rock ledges, and upper and a lower one, and both provide really excellent views. There are also a variety of nice little overlooks throughout. Ryan and I thought we had made it when we arrived at the first balcony overlooking I-90 but soon found out from talking with other hikers that Dirty Harry's balcony was still a way up the trail still.</p><p>Be prepared for the rock ledges to be incredibly windy! They are high up in the air and very exposed to the elements. While Dirty Harry's Balcony has a higher a cooler view, the rock ledge lower down along the trail is much larger. In hindsight, it would have been nice to stop here and eat rather than crowding into the much smaller main balcony with everyone else.<br /></p><p>Ryan and I did this hike last year as part of a training regimen to get in shape for a week of hiking through Utah. It was March and much of the trail was covered in snow still, requiring the use of <a href="https://yaktrax.implus.com/" target="_blank">Yaktrax</a> on our shoes. Hiking poles would have also been helpful. </p><p>After spending time at the balcony, we attempted to move further along the trail in an attempt to wander up to Dirty Harry's Peak to find what has been dubbed <a href="https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/dirty-harrys-museum" target="_blank">Dirty Harry's Museum</a>. Basically, it is an abandoned logging truck that lies off any official trail and serves as a remnant of the logging operation once run by Harry Gault. The snow, however, was much deeper and softer through this section. I kept falling through the snow up to my thigh, and the effort began taking a lot of energy out of us. After trudging along for a little while (I'm not actually sure how far we made it), we decided to turn back and try again when the snow melted. </p><p>To this day, we still haven't gone back to try and find the truck. It is a task that still lies on my to-do list.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Stepping up to an overlook" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnmw__du3TI7deL1o-_f6t6X_v9m91uk1hEWRF4Qfp2APCX6BW3nQNWV49crAJqBSb-nJihLRIvLpi5kIVVTMgLzQ9ekBvV5j8NZyjBjUkP0KTzhhznl-Ykv40ZGSrLcCL32fzByGCjBo/s16000/Best_Washington_hikes_Dirty_Harrys_Balcony.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="In the snow at Dirty Harry's Balcony" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimtBIMg7E5gdWNmufyGZUoKyZ-OTHdUlb3DQOqSZEcGb3N1iJrZsuETJeKV2RSvMRf1VMWBGy7VdC7AVh9Fci5gys4uTPY7a6e4GKmI-9YFfniZnzSgRB6bUvYH83AwCgy17UdFyG3CIM/s16000/Hiking_at_Dirty_Harrys_Balcony.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="The view from Dirty Harry's Balcony" border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSdmheKDtqwHZt4-6bupNZmPT-sheonrjk_ahuQP2Uv9XYOaiusqsbAGjknKxAV8p0JvE3Tv_hdYpi6fWRbkR8bCXhzEzbgCr824DVDRw6gL-7iekKTFHGW9ToABUDRseYyQs4QTy2kic/s16000/IMG_0340.jpg" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Me hiking in the snow" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0hLqZBvPRTRpT3BrRpM6Cg-had5wp8iSWn5ZjM2fes4WcZvCLM7ONv8gvjmipZoFAENUdXNrTIZjm-pnPts1HAY1KGiPiDNmiIPtOXO-ZIzsxYiJ7_dBqkGi0i_QCdf7GGw6FfH67oy4/s16000/WA_hikes_Dirty_Harrys_Balcony.jpg" /></div> <br /><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Conclusion</h2><p>Well there you have it, guys. It was really hard to pick only six hikes I could call my "favorites" as there are so many other wonderful hikes that I've done (and would love to share with you guys). Such a post, however, would just be way too long. </p><p>I'm already dreaming up and follow-up post talking about more cool hikes I've been on, including Otter Falls, Oyster Dome, Rachel Lake, Talapus & Olallie Lakes, and more! <br /></p>Would you guys be interested in more hiking posts? Let me know in the comments! </div><div> </div><div>P.S. Thank you to my boyfriend Ryan for pretty much all of these photos :) </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><h3>Share the love on Pinterest!<br /></h3></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Pinterest graphic 6 amazing Washington hikes" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRWFeLdiySzD2h310OzGOpA1qL0bX0-IaNLwiIb2GvTFttE-6yOcjdXWNFTrp9nr3ZL1cl-FfWiRQg34bvJAvAAqWwyZzFm27YSZODTqdNCqrbDJQUckyxSOm6IqqFwfKUW513gnYpZ4M/s16000/Pinterest+graphic+6+amazing+washington+hikes.png" /></div><p><br /></p></div>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-33739748949456529022020-08-24T08:00:00.004-07:002023-12-12T23:23:00.806-08:006 Beauty Products Getting Me Through Quarantine<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYRj60-t6TwFC4Bt16_xUciUh__El0vn1pIzlsNjMFgGbw1lSG61vvdPS6BegdPFOh8uMUJTqgwLtiL-P0qTqptbUlKvxxGfxmWprupqLQIyysKhXgxuOayB0E4ld4vi8P4VZTByE64s0/s2048/my_favorite_beauty_products_2.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="6 beauty products getting me through quarantine" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYRj60-t6TwFC4Bt16_xUciUh__El0vn1pIzlsNjMFgGbw1lSG61vvdPS6BegdPFOh8uMUJTqgwLtiL-P0qTqptbUlKvxxGfxmWprupqLQIyysKhXgxuOayB0E4ld4vi8P4VZTByE64s0/d/my_favorite_beauty_products_2.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>Since the beginning of the global pandemic, conversations centered around self-care have become incredibly important. From mental health and wellbeing to physical health, we are all just trying to do our best to put one foot in front of the other and find comfort in little happinesses (<i>I don't think "happinesses" a real word, but I'm going with it anyway</i>). For me, this comes in the form of finding things that keep me looking and feeling my best. </p><p>Today, I'm sharing with you guys six of my favorite beauty products that are getting me through quarantine. Because...what else is there to do right now? </p><p>Also pictured: <a href="https://empirestatejewels.shop/products/chunky-hoops" target="_blank">2mm chunky hoops</a> and <a href="https://empirestatejewels.shop/products/herringbone-necklace" target="_blank">2.5mm herringbone necklace</a> from Empire State Jewels.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-zP7z8hNs1duZ6Jh4IpSZpj7ZpSH4LtSej9CciEymBfmahBo81NwvJpap053dMRB9ZU9p755dVKvrIljoeDnBcC94SmLbDZlaCIr8pcCWphDXj4XTolHKUhfO907tgOn-wU5Bw2doeUA/s2048/quarantine_beauty_products.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Some of the beauty products getting me through quarantine" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-zP7z8hNs1duZ6Jh4IpSZpj7ZpSH4LtSej9CciEymBfmahBo81NwvJpap053dMRB9ZU9p755dVKvrIljoeDnBcC94SmLbDZlaCIr8pcCWphDXj4XTolHKUhfO907tgOn-wU5Bw2doeUA/d/quarantine_beauty_products.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">1. The Ordinary High-Adherence Silicone Primer</h2><p>I absolutely love The Ordinary. Not only do you get quality clinical beauty products at an affordable price, but their products also come in pleasantly minimal packaging. Say what you want, but presentation matters.</p><p>Face primer, in my opinion, is one of those products that tend to be stupidly expensive for no reason. While other popular primers like the Benefit POREfessional Face Primer and the Smashbox Photo Finish Matte Primer do indeed work well, paying upwards of $30 for it kind of seems ridiculous when there are other primers that get the job done just fine. </p><p>Enter The Ordinary's High-Adherence Silicone Primer. At just under $5, this primer is great for anyone on a budget (or anyone who is simply tired of paying unreasonably high beauty markups). The primer has a nice satiny texture and is vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free. A little bit goes a really long way! I definitely notice a difference in the longevity and smoothness of my foundation/tinted moisturizer when using it as opposed to not. </p><p>It's worth noting that I'm not a power user when it comes to makeup, especially since quarantine started. I barely wear makeup at all these days because I'm usually at home or I'm wearing a mask that covers half my face. When I do wear makeup, I've been opting for tinted moisturizer over foundation (more on that later). All in all, this silicone primer is a good buy for the average user who doesn't need anything fancy. In my experience, I just don't notice enough of a difference between this and the Benefit POREfessional primer for the markup to be worth it to me. </p><p><a href="https://theordinary.deciem.com/product/rdn-high-adherence-silicone-primer-30ml?_ga=2.34549153.1804840758.1598232681-1091732334.1598232681" target="_blank">Check out The Ordinary's High-Adherence Silicone Primer here</a>.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOmX3vRWpTWzf4OYByRzfBCWWFg8PNzBKrc1sx5b5JZTcWULK2jDlmRjOOHsx8x2wyho-L7A86kEbqC1i4NfZMogN8jaoFZw_fixIybKlK1MoG-EiWqJG05SGhEnP3eQpw2iiKmlPmHTc/s2048/bare_minerals_tinted_moisturizer.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bare Minerals tinted moisturizer on tray" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOmX3vRWpTWzf4OYByRzfBCWWFg8PNzBKrc1sx5b5JZTcWULK2jDlmRjOOHsx8x2wyho-L7A86kEbqC1i4NfZMogN8jaoFZw_fixIybKlK1MoG-EiWqJG05SGhEnP3eQpw2iiKmlPmHTc/d/bare_minerals_tinted_moisturizer.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">2. Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer </h2><p>Tinted moisturizer has become my saving grace in the last few months, and I can't say enough good things about this one from Bare Minerals. </p><p>After the cult favorite Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer fell a little flat for me, I wasn't sure I'd be able to find one I liked. The Laura Mercier moisturizer had so many positive reviews on just about every beauty website out there, so I was incredibly disappointed that it didn't work out for me. After doing a TON of research on top-rated tinted moisturizers, I settled on this one from Bare Minerals—and it didn't disappoint!</p><p>I've been really into applying makeup with my hands lately, and this one blends and spreads so nicely. It's highly customizable, meaning you can use as little or as much as you want depending on your mood and the look you're going for. A light layer is great for evening out skin tone and helping to hide mild blemishes. Or, you can build it up to a more medium-to-full coverage and use it as a foundation replacement. This product is magical! I highly recommend using a primer and setting powder with it. The moisturizer just looks to much better that way.</p><p>I have this product in the color Bamboo 5.5. </p><p><a href="https://www.sephora.com/product/complexion-rescue-tinted-hydrating-gel-cream-P393356?skuId=1826403" target="_blank">Check out the Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturizer here</a>.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXdvWybGAb-jMNvgulwdVfZq-4ClKA8ogyAfypOUS40OJgneGxUskQRIe3a4iT_8iIZQIHmhzwCaH81DZQ4J_y5K59RswxMfKFEdU6fxSQQ_mkODn4CqqED9ZYqiHNIv79i9ipHe7Wvww/s2048/kiehls_creamy_eye_treatment.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kiehl’s;'s creamy eye treatment and jewelry" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXdvWybGAb-jMNvgulwdVfZq-4ClKA8ogyAfypOUS40OJgneGxUskQRIe3a4iT_8iIZQIHmhzwCaH81DZQ4J_y5K59RswxMfKFEdU6fxSQQ_mkODn4CqqED9ZYqiHNIv79i9ipHe7Wvww/d/kiehls_creamy_eye_treatment.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">3. Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado</h2><p>This eye cream was an impulse buy for me (and not a cheap one, either). You know the one. You're waiting in line to check out at Sephora, shuffling behind the person in front of you along a winding path lined with hundreds of sample size products and palm-sized impulse buys that are easy to pop into your basket. I don't know about you guys, but I usually fail this particular test of willpower. </p><p>Before I knew it, I was leaving the store with a $32 mini size eye cream I probably wouldn't have grabbed otherwise because who the heck pays $32 for a half-ounce of eye cream? Funny how that happens. </p><p>To my pleasant surprise, however, this eye cream lasts <b><i>forever</i></b>. You really don't need the larger size. I've had it since March and I've barely made a dent in the container. All you need is a tiny dab of it on the tip of your finger. It has no scent, which I personally am a fan of, and it leaves a very subtle cooling sensation on the skin around your eyes when you pat it on. It makes my eyes look so much brighter and more hydrated, which I'm incredibly thankful for after sleepless nights in a hot, stuffy apartment with no air conditioning (or after laying awake staring at the ceiling thinking about the dismal state our country is in right now). </p><p>Since I'm not wearing much makeup these days, I'm really trying to make more of an effort to up my skincare game and have radiant, healthy-looking skin. It's still a work in progress because I'm lazy and strongly dislike multi-step skincare routines.</p><p><a href="https://www.sephora.com/product/creamy-eye-treatment-with-avocado-mini-P435805?country_switch=us&lang=en&skuId=1988815&om_mmc=ppc-GG_1918213323_70512461997_pla-419499041669_1988815_353573793986_9061299_c&ds_rl=1261471&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp4j6BRCRARIsAGq4yMFX73RdiT1E8WtZKuZDCloZiSa7aNDQY3Zv7VUiKtQRNMo8nXW62VwaAp34EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank">Check out the Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado here</a>. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0NZGPUDGxgKG-R_iW28JTb6FaTBjIVr3kuUazeW0yqJZnWmKXEbafoRkTfDrf_Bbqo6D1hTuTB-C83YMSUqZg_Z7PChYSFbjpiL68xJB_bg8SNrjhA1dVqgH6nZA-7d3ZDoxmMmJNrt0/s2048/the_ordinary_quarantine_beauty.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="My favorite beauty products from The Ordinary" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0NZGPUDGxgKG-R_iW28JTb6FaTBjIVr3kuUazeW0yqJZnWmKXEbafoRkTfDrf_Bbqo6D1hTuTB-C83YMSUqZg_Z7PChYSFbjpiL68xJB_bg8SNrjhA1dVqgH6nZA-7d3ZDoxmMmJNrt0/d/the_ordinary_quarantine_beauty.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">4. The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%</h2><p>This vitamin and mineral blemish formula is a miracle worker. When used in combination with a good toner like the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Thayers-Alcohol-Free-Petal-Formula-12-Facial/dp/B007HD570Q/ref=asc_df_B007HD570Q/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312039468639&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2283636840495546076&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061299&hvtargid=pla-337948253969&psc=1" target="_blank">Thayer's Witch Hazel toner</a>, my skin bounces back from all manner of breakouts. I have normal to oily skin, and in times where I really slack off on taking care of my face, I begin to break out from the oil accumulation. A pipette of this formula helps clear my skin within a day or two. </p><p>This formula comes in a small glass vial with a pipette tool for squeezing the formula into your hands. I just use my fingers to spread it over my face, using pressing motions in more sensitive areas like my under eyes. It has a sort of watery gel consistency that's easy to spread and absorbs into your skin and dries quickly. While it doesn't contain any alcohol, it does have a strong alcohol-like scent that you kind of just have to get past. </p><p>When using compounds like this one, you do have to be careful to read the product label and take into account any other skincare products you might be using. For example, if you use a Vitamin C brightening serum on your face you should not combine it with this formula as the Niacinamide and Zinc will compromise the integrity of the Vitamin C. Instead, The Ordinary recommends that you apply the two formulas at alternate times, such as the Niacinamide and Zinc in the morning and Vitamin C in the evening. </p><p><a href="https://theordinary.deciem.com/product/rdn-niacinamide-10pct-zinc-1pct-30ml?_ga=2.67963025.1804840758.1598232681-1091732334.1598232681" target="_blank">Check out The Ordinary's Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% blemish formula here</a>.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9OqkUWbHcHoD0e9c5kiiqlqZuNRHOPkDhsLYdOA1DGg5P1g9rBYu7nV465MBnHbxBMocWC9tRos0N5crrdVeiN9rTXMwwlucQ3tKhiKUXwcaPfrE2ojBAZsgMIBdrhw_IaL2vBVrXiw/s2048/favorite_beauty_products.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lux Unfiltered self-tanner and The Ordinary products" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9OqkUWbHcHoD0e9c5kiiqlqZuNRHOPkDhsLYdOA1DGg5P1g9rBYu7nV465MBnHbxBMocWC9tRos0N5crrdVeiN9rTXMwwlucQ3tKhiKUXwcaPfrE2ojBAZsgMIBdrhw_IaL2vBVrXiw/d/favorite_beauty_products.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">5. Lux Unfiltered No. 32 Hydrating Self-Tanning Cream</h2><p>If you currently use self-tanner or have ever thought about starting, then drop everything you're doing, go to <a href="http://luxunfiltered.com" target="_blank">luxunfiltered.com</a>, and add a bottle of this to your cart. It doesn't matter if you're white as a ghost or if you already have a good base tan. This gradual tanning lotion has got your back, bringing pale skin up to par and preserving existing tans for longer!</p><p>When cities and states began issuing stay-at-home orders and parks began to close back at the beginning of spring, it quickly became apparent that getting outside and getting my tan on was not going to be as feasible as in the past. Thus, the timing was finally perfect for taking the plunge and trying a self-tanner. </p><p>I had already been thinking about trying one for a long time, and I did endless research on the subject. As someone who has never fake tanned before, not even a spray tan, I was more than a little intimidated. Both by the learning curve that came with applying most products as well as the mixed reviews and high price tags that came with top-rated tanning creams and oils. My absolute worst nightmares were hideous streaks, unevenness, and an unnatural orange color.</p><p>Then one day, completely by accident, I came across the Instagram account of Sivan Ayla. It just so happened that she was a small business owner with her own self-tanning lotion called Lux Unfiltered No. 32. After watching some demos and reading reviews, I decided to give it a try! The rest, as they say, is history. I could not be any more thrilled that I found this lotion. I am currently on my second bottle and have received tons of compliments on my "tan." </p><p>As a newbie myself, I can honestly say that this gradual self-tanning lotion is pretty foolproof to apply. There are a couple key steps like making sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after applying and waiting five minutes before putting clothes on, but other than that the learning curve is pretty low. Plus, it's incredibly hydrating, working well as a replacement body lotion, and has a lovely rosewood scent. It's 100% possible to protect your skin from the sun, socially distance, and be tan all at the same time! </p><p>I typically apply it after every hair washing shower, usually ever 2-3 days, however, you can apply it daily if you want a much darker color. The best part—you will <b><i>not</i></b> turn orange! You have so much control over your actual color with this product. I couldn't be any happier that I found this tanning lotion, and I hope that Sivan Ayla never stops making it. </p><p>While this formula is not intended for use on the face (I've been using a light layer on my face anyway), Sivan has announced that a self-tanning facial oil will be dropping soon so stay tuned!</p><p><a href="https://luxunfiltered.com/products/self-tanning-cream" target="_blank">Check out the Lux Unfiltered No. 32 Hydrating Self-Tanning Cream here</a>.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqEpf-Lb5OJ7_PCQgamq1_ILY8fSZzXZW38769cgCWAS4gIi22t2deLZYzqzA35vMsiC3SGff5PZ7RAopC_lYU2SAkIz4S70PTAIp2BjfHo6aqqDGENlbLx90ld5pLlcmiLKPyt2bj2ZI/s2048/lux_unfiltered_self_tanning_cream.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Lux Unfiltered self-tanning cream" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqEpf-Lb5OJ7_PCQgamq1_ILY8fSZzXZW38769cgCWAS4gIi22t2deLZYzqzA35vMsiC3SGff5PZ7RAopC_lYU2SAkIz4S70PTAIp2BjfHo6aqqDGENlbLx90ld5pLlcmiLKPyt2bj2ZI/d/lux_unfiltered_self_tanning_cream.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBQ1UmVMb3WfusS1On6clB-9OQATN277pn5GLXANo09pFRKe8VCcUKI1kqyPIVesPgf2D7-yHMe6KVL3ab2zbMLqRxeYV1uMHvyawuhOoB1ltqn3Cz2MxrN1wk1ZVVOOd8BHkZ5gDf3Ak/s2048/Laneige_lip_sleeping_mask.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Laneige lip mask and Kiehl's eye cream" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBQ1UmVMb3WfusS1On6clB-9OQATN277pn5GLXANo09pFRKe8VCcUKI1kqyPIVesPgf2D7-yHMe6KVL3ab2zbMLqRxeYV1uMHvyawuhOoB1ltqn3Cz2MxrN1wk1ZVVOOd8BHkZ5gDf3Ak/d/Laneige_lip_sleeping_mask.JPG" /></a></div><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">6. Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask</h2><p>I received this lip mask as a Christmas gift from one of my sisters and I love, love, love it! While $22 may sound a little high for a lip mask, I can honestly say that this balm is 1000% worth it. Plus, just like the Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment, this jar should last you a long time. Every now and then I get really bad chapped lips, both in the summer as well as the winter, and sometimes regular chapstick just doesn't cut it. To make matters worse, I also have a bad habit of chewing on my lower lip when I'm anxious. </p><p>I know, it's awful.</p><p>Luckily, this mask makes my lips feel so much better, no matter how dry and cracked they may be. When applied before bed and left to sit overnight, I always wake up to infinitely more hydrated lips. I have also used it a handful of times first thing in the morning to sink in throughout the day (I typically only do this on days when I know I'll be staying home). It starts out as a thick balm coating your lips and then slowly absorbs into the skin on your lips over the course of several hours.</p><p>The mask comes in a 0.70 oz. pot with a silicone-tipped applicator wand. While you could just use your finger, I find that I actually get a lot more product and spread it much more efficiently with the applicator than I do with my fingers. The frequency in which I use this product varies a lot. Sometimes I find myself using it 2-3 times a week and sometimes I go 2-3 weeks without using it at all, but I've had this pot since December and I still feel like I've only scrated the surface of it. </p><p>If you suffer from cracked or dry lips and your regular chapstick just isn't providing any relief for you, I highly recommend checking out this lip mask. It's a miracle worker! I have it in the original berry flavor.</p><p><a href="https://us.laneige.com/products/lip-sleeping-mask?variant=31851430641716&gclid=Cj0KCQjwp4j6BRCRARIsAGq4yMHl_1Fi3eHVBI0YAN8nT3PoHXRnDsggYgdDsWtnwfnaiPcDMc2-xZoaAgwyEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Check out the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask here</a>.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOcZq8aREjNYplaxOq9Sz4Ev1jF4y774BiHdo5FMs2aPsagYQ1dsId-wWS_09NXX287KciGSSOyJ8tZwAatrYKwnbuWoAXSYhBxzjHb9UiZnTVr2NpBzarDFHlLdnZG9FTaIwpsRHyWjk/s1500/beauty_products_getting_me_through_quarantine_pinterest.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="My favorite beauty products Pinterest image" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOcZq8aREjNYplaxOq9Sz4Ev1jF4y774BiHdo5FMs2aPsagYQ1dsId-wWS_09NXX287KciGSSOyJ8tZwAatrYKwnbuWoAXSYhBxzjHb9UiZnTVr2NpBzarDFHlLdnZG9FTaIwpsRHyWjk/d/beauty_products_getting_me_through_quarantine_pinterest.png" /></a></div><p><br /></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-46066079862050189272020-08-17T09:24:00.004-07:002023-12-25T22:59:39.938-08:0010 Online Plant Shops You Should Know About<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5O99mZW4dtF1SyEEuqGgfQCQIXlaaMd5LT6Cr0yIquHP20ScFFGchunWkYA_p-noIVYskYD1kr1iAr6lOEjnHg2ujE6sMuvNXDPWJ9vfcz81OGLDJ1qxdHKNoA0lXt6SO2qMUR5yBGfs/s1500/Top_10_Online_Plant_Shops.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="10 Online Plant Shops You Should Know Pinterest Image" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5O99mZW4dtF1SyEEuqGgfQCQIXlaaMd5LT6Cr0yIquHP20ScFFGchunWkYA_p-noIVYskYD1kr1iAr6lOEjnHg2ujE6sMuvNXDPWJ9vfcz81OGLDJ1qxdHKNoA0lXt6SO2qMUR5yBGfs/d/Top_10_Online_Plant_Shops.png" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>There's no time like the present to find more ways to fuel your houseplant addiction. While in-person shopping is arguably one of the best ways to pick out plants because you get to choose your own perfect specimen, it may be challenging to make such visits right now. Depending on where you live, your local plant shop may or may not be open for business or might be on reduced hours/curbside pickup only. Additionally, social distancing measures can make for long lines at popular stores (I'm looking at you, <a href="https://indoorsun.com" target="_blank">Indoor Sun Shoppe</a>).</p><p>Lucky for us, the Internet is here to save the day. Buying live plants online always comes with some level of risk. You don't get to pick the exact shape or coloring of your desired plant and you have to keep in mind extreme weather conditions at the time of shipping (such as incredibly hot or cold temperatures). When purchasing from individuals on Etsy, Facebook, Craigslist, or other marketplaces, you also run the risk of the plant not being as described <b><i>at all</i></b> (I've seen some real horror stories). There are, however, some excellent online plant shops out there savvy in the business of safely shipping high-quality plants. </p><p>If this seems right up your alley (I assume it is, because one way or another you clicked into this post), then buckle up! I'm going to share with you ten of my favorite online plant shops that you should know about today.</p><h2 style="text-align: left;">1. Pigment</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://www.shoppigment.com" target="_blank">https://www.shoppigment.com</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> San Diego, CA</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states + international </p><p>Pigment has a large selection of plants, including houseplants, succulents, cacti, and air plants. In addition to selling plants, Pigment also sells women's apparel, home decor, stationery, children's toys and apparel, and sweets. Come for the beautiful plants, stay for the <a href="https://www.shoppigment.com/collections/sweet/products/oat-milk-chocolate" target="_blank">oat milk chocolate</a>. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD0Bt8JG1_mFtro_3uRb86vo4c0Y21YV9UmW_Atbx9AdNmZGEk4Kxmnk0eOwC1GXacZGrY9aX53tuBlHpcvyLlJ0K0o084BXMUaEW_nkVP_Hqb03yKhRs7qPWPrTPvQijuj6CugVHM3wE/s580/Silver_Bay_Chinese_Evergreen__5N8A3548_web_7d98b0fe-7bec-4810-9845-3c42c1f422fa_580x580_crop_center-min.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Chinese Evergreen Silver Bay plant from Pigment" border="0" data-original-height="580" data-original-width="580" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD0Bt8JG1_mFtro_3uRb86vo4c0Y21YV9UmW_Atbx9AdNmZGEk4Kxmnk0eOwC1GXacZGrY9aX53tuBlHpcvyLlJ0K0o084BXMUaEW_nkVP_Hqb03yKhRs7qPWPrTPvQijuj6CugVHM3wE/d/Silver_Bay_Chinese_Evergreen__5N8A3548_web_7d98b0fe-7bec-4810-9845-3c42c1f422fa_580x580_crop_center-min.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://www.shoppigment.com/collections/house-plants/products/chinese-evergreen?variant=32368015736883" target="_blank">Chinese Evergreen Silver Bay plant</a> from Pigment</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">2. Lively Root</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://www.livelyroot.com" target="_blank">https://www.livelyroot.com </a></p><p><b>Location:</b> San Marcos, CA</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states. Additional shipping restrictions may apply to certain states. Free ground shipping through UPS on all orders.</p><p>Most plants have the option of being shipped either in a growers pot or a ceramic pot or basket (for larger plants) for an additional fee. If you're looking to purchase a plant as a gift, their website also lets you filter for appropriate plants based on the occasion (such as anniversary, new home, birthday, or sympathy). </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmVHAJeED4ikrlPxePkhA-Un0ZLz1KJTbX_HmVbNbhgtxJKOWfp1q65tMBWVEQB9QeVerTdTonbQOhio8FUCmtd-IDGUI8UNfkeOk06IiNsfR_E1wOwVtAMKNmd48kgVNmOdS3uqR4srk/s2048/pl_monst_10IN1_po_basket_dark_1365x2048-min.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Example plant from online plant shop Lively Root" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmVHAJeED4ikrlPxePkhA-Un0ZLz1KJTbX_HmVbNbhgtxJKOWfp1q65tMBWVEQB9QeVerTdTonbQOhio8FUCmtd-IDGUI8UNfkeOk06IiNsfR_E1wOwVtAMKNmd48kgVNmOdS3uqR4srk/w427-h640/pl_monst_10IN1_po_basket_dark_1365x2048-min.jpg" width="427" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://www.livelyroot.com/collections/all-plants/products/split-leaf-philodendron-large?variant=32049749426258" target="_blank">Split Leaf Philodendron</a> from Lively Root</span></td></tr></tbody></table><h2 style="text-align: left;">3. Ansel & Ivy</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://anselandivy.com" target="_blank">https://anselandivy.com</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> San Francisco, CA</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states. Free shipping on $75+.</p><p>As the online plant shop featured in Martha Stewart, Marie Claire, and Domino, this little shop is clearly doing something right. The plants are beautiful and each one comes lovingly potted in a ceramic planter in your choice of color. Planters can also be purchased separately if you have some "naked" plants at home sitting in their nursery pots still. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYXT9B3MfsdWKq55lWg-qboVBbAkft_Wf4toeAxNjJt-i2isG3yEo_-9b7JhNgwuRniZITfK6TCrl4YV323K1nxX4D3d3cYbC64UfHrwxrWprvH0ZRB9UIMY1FyGCW4GoDAgJpPJYY5EQ/s949/large-plant-ficus-tineke-rosewood-pot_1296x-min.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Yellow rubber plant from online plant shop Ansel & Ivy" border="0" data-original-height="949" data-original-width="800" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYXT9B3MfsdWKq55lWg-qboVBbAkft_Wf4toeAxNjJt-i2isG3yEo_-9b7JhNgwuRniZITfK6TCrl4YV323K1nxX4D3d3cYbC64UfHrwxrWprvH0ZRB9UIMY1FyGCW4GoDAgJpPJYY5EQ/w540-h640/large-plant-ficus-tineke-rosewood-pot_1296x-min.jpg" width="540" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://anselandivy.com/products/yellow-rubber-tree-large?variant=31212874891309" target="_blank">Yellow Rubber Tree</a> from Ansel & Ivy</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">4. Bella Succulent Shop</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/BellaSucculentShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=812660548" target="_blank">BellaSucculentShop on Etsy</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> Tampa, FL</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states. Ships Monday-Wednesday via USPS Priority Mail.</p><p>I love a good Etsy shop, and this one checks all the boxes. This small business has a much smaller selection than other shops, however, you'll find some incredibly pretty plant varieties such as Syngonium Neon Robusta and Ficus Elastica Tineke. The shop also has glowing customer reviews and photos of plants people actually received. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqkDogUBO0OJ7-e3RYWeyXoPqe4ZpVXEkkB9v01ZTVTcDscr4VA5xz-Kob26P63mu1rM1TDdJTHz0QOUWLdZ-wtnSlPhwqg8Jg3wqO1ojBLQRgZPpnsM2ut8VuHV3iPnbrmQslHZG4_aM/s1588/il_1588xN.2416997637_mk3b-min.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Syngonium Neon Robusta plant from Bella Succulent Shop" border="0" data-original-height="1191" data-original-width="1588" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqkDogUBO0OJ7-e3RYWeyXoPqe4ZpVXEkkB9v01ZTVTcDscr4VA5xz-Kob26P63mu1rM1TDdJTHz0QOUWLdZ-wtnSlPhwqg8Jg3wqO1ojBLQRgZPpnsM2ut8VuHV3iPnbrmQslHZG4_aM/w640-h480/il_1588xN.2416997637_mk3b-min.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <span style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/812660548/syngonium-neon-robusta-arrowhead-4?ref=shop_home_active_6&sca=1" target="_blank">Syngonium Neon Robusta</a> from Bella Succulent Shop</span></span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">5. The Sill</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://www.thesill.com" target="_blank">https://www.thesill.com</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> New York City, NY</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states. Contactless local delivery may be available on certain items in New York City, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.</p><p>The Sill is perhaps one of the most "millennial" startups imaginable. Not only are we obsessed with Instagram-worthy brunch locations and <a href="http://www.kayla-lynn.com/2017/10/a-millennial-love-letter-to-ikea.html" target="_blank">IKEA furniture</a>, but we also apparently are really into buying plants. Hence founder Eliza Blank seized the day and created one of the first online plant shops in addition to opening three brick-and-mortar locations. </p><p>If you're the ultimate Plant King/Queen/Royal, you can even sign up for a subscription to have new plants shipped to you each month. Alternatively, if you purchase a lot of plants but think <i>monthly</i> might be a bit much, you can sign up for <a href="https://www.thesill.com/products/thesillmembership?variant=13621150384233" target="_blank">The Sill's Plant Parent Club</a> (<i>have you noticed this theme with millennials of being parents to anything <b>but</b> an actual human child?</i>). For $39 a year you can get access to free standard shipping, 10% off purchases, access to events and workshops, and more. </p><p>The cherry on top: each plant comes complete with an earthenware pot in your choice of color.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJCQBZ-l5W-vq-V7b6e6z16IT4__CgBue2TFQel00mto1nu3HQpnbU9B3oEfWa-2wcm1GHfpX5_uAmhJzg25To8gP7xGmBFO8JcuBqJoEja597GAQSEVYqMuKkhhDwV5DQjmPsYP55tJo/s1486/Screen+Shot+2020-08-16+at+7.24.26+PM-min.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Featured plants from online plant shop The Sill" border="0" data-original-height="1486" data-original-width="1144" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJCQBZ-l5W-vq-V7b6e6z16IT4__CgBue2TFQel00mto1nu3HQpnbU9B3oEfWa-2wcm1GHfpX5_uAmhJzg25To8gP7xGmBFO8JcuBqJoEja597GAQSEVYqMuKkhhDwV5DQjmPsYP55tJo/w493-h640/Screen+Shot+2020-08-16+at+7.24.26+PM-min.png" width="493" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://www.thesill.com/products/ultimate-shelfie-set?variant=32617652060265" target="_blank">Ultimate Shelfie Plant Set</a> from The Sill</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">6. Terrain</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://www.shopterrain.com" target="_blank">https://www.shopterrain.com</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> Pennsylvania</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states. Ships via 2nd Day Air. </p><p>Terrain is slightly more pricey than other shops on this list, but if you're a fan of stores like Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters then adding this sister store to your list may make sense. Terrain is a trendy outdoor gardening store featuring houseplants in additional to floral bouquets, outdoor furniture, home decor, and general gardening supplies. Dried and faux florals are also available.</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsOQmsjPX8Yt5-jVyiDRAW9tSI7z5ZjpKlQzdK1-WLrXFrjqgqU2EnMGA0FVYKDx7e1YxsCgA5Bxa55aCO0jLdK6uIdfZM2f8z0P0PJrbI3cXn9MjS_hdDO1xpOMC6TpZpVJqYQe26TPY/s1223/56924913_000_a-min.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Tricolor Stromanthe Plant from Terranium" border="0" data-original-height="1223" data-original-width="1223" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsOQmsjPX8Yt5-jVyiDRAW9tSI7z5ZjpKlQzdK1-WLrXFrjqgqU2EnMGA0FVYKDx7e1YxsCgA5Bxa55aCO0jLdK6uIdfZM2f8z0P0PJrbI3cXn9MjS_hdDO1xpOMC6TpZpVJqYQe26TPY/w640-h640/56924913_000_a-min.jpeg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://www.shopterrain.com/products/tricolor-stromanthe-plant?via=Z2lkOi8vdXJibi9Xb3JrYXJlYTo6Q2F0YWxvZzo6Q2F0ZWdvcnkvNWM5ZDA1N2I0NWJlYjAxNGFlZWViYzg3" target="_blank">Tricolor Stromanthe Plant </a>from Terrain</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">7. Peace, Love, and Happiness Club</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://peaceloveandhappiness.club" target="_blank">https://peaceloveandhappiness.club</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> Seattle, WA</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states + Alaska & Hawaii (woo!)</p><p>If rare and exotic collector plants are what you're after, then look no further than this cute little shop based out of my hometown of Seattle. You could easily spend a bit more money on plants here than you typically would other places, but this shop has its fair share of affordable gems and classic houseplant favorites as well. Give their inventory a look, and don't forget to pick out a pretty planter to house your new plant (they have many cute ones)!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisVIUHyRdvOthyphenhyphen4ayiFyABkoM8wk9eeywhLFlGo1YuN5BVKcmy5d94vL7AI12RFvtNbpLfo8ClX1yOWSIxKzy3Y8bxWUaMWduxFLxCU903y-Qd7dt7QLMDFlbrkJNeGMtpt1Sf54jHZdM/s1023/cbafd2de76c5fffc97da750929c045ab_1024x1024-min.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Calathea medallion from Peace, Love, and Happiness Club" border="0" data-original-height="1023" data-original-width="576" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisVIUHyRdvOthyphenhyphen4ayiFyABkoM8wk9eeywhLFlGo1YuN5BVKcmy5d94vL7AI12RFvtNbpLfo8ClX1yOWSIxKzy3Y8bxWUaMWduxFLxCU903y-Qd7dt7QLMDFlbrkJNeGMtpt1Sf54jHZdM/w360-h640/cbafd2de76c5fffc97da750929c045ab_1024x1024-min.jpg" width="360" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://peaceloveandhappiness.club/collections/houseplants/products/calathea-medallion-1" target="_blank">Calathea Medallion</a> from Peace, Love, and Happiness Club</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">8. Wild Flora</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://wildfloradesign.com" target="_blank">https://wildfloradesign.com</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> Los Angeles, CA</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> Monday-Thursday delivery in the Los Angeles area only.</p><p>Wild Flora is not just a plant, home goods, and gift shop, but a floral and landscape design studio as well! Their bouquets and wedding florals are stunning, and you can also pick up a variety of dried florals. Currently, Wild Flora does not ship there live plants country-wide so this plant option will be available to residents of the Greater Los Angeles area only. But if you're a California resident, this shop is definitely worth checking out!</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh9RyPAstoP39NN0RtBPcRLdBWPn-9dQki3YqrW-xAdo_ZzIXHTXuBTHEy6h2fBw79pkxILtx3IM1iQabvNIMRQM-G6dyjeqP5goNxnT_0vzfUxfDrFyK5cjsXbST6QZ5C7URns5BrM7A/s1500/IMG_4662-2_1500x1500-min.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Lemon Lime Philodendron from Wild Flora" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1125" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh9RyPAstoP39NN0RtBPcRLdBWPn-9dQki3YqrW-xAdo_ZzIXHTXuBTHEy6h2fBw79pkxILtx3IM1iQabvNIMRQM-G6dyjeqP5goNxnT_0vzfUxfDrFyK5cjsXbST6QZ5C7URns5BrM7A/w480-h640/IMG_4662-2_1500x1500-min.jpg" width="480" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://wildfloradesign.com/collections/plant-shop-1/products/copy-of-lemon-lime-philodendron-in-pot-philodendron-hederaceum-lemon-lime?variant=32338872664148" target="_blank">Lemon Lime Philodendron</a> from Wild Flora</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">9. Reptile Plants</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/reptileplants?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=819620077" target="_blank">ReptilePlants on Etsy</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> New Port Richey, FL</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states. Shipping Monday-Wednesday via USPS Priority Mail.</p><p>Here's another Etsy shop for you! Reptile Plants has hundreds of positive reviews on Etsy and features some of the prettiest plants! If you are a Syngonium lover, especially, you will find some lovely specimens among the inventory. These plants are smaller and younger, typically shipping in 4" nursery pots, giving you the opportunity to practice your plant parenting skills and grow your new plant to full maturity! </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5O4-Fbm9mlbpaWRhK8X4pVa9I3l2rJwbwGc9KMhtRw66TAa24ReGtRGMuu-ifq9kfK9XFoE9eDo-JheEC4gO3TRtKBTJXCSJmnIbrWRy6EJiZ5zXQ9G05WwCNbZ_VmeRSZPEjDrBBIjs/s1588/il_1588xN.2393411213_rc1r-min.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Silver Satin Pothos from online Etsy plant shop" border="0" data-original-height="1424" data-original-width="1588" height="574" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5O4-Fbm9mlbpaWRhK8X4pVa9I3l2rJwbwGc9KMhtRw66TAa24ReGtRGMuu-ifq9kfK9XFoE9eDo-JheEC4gO3TRtKBTJXCSJmnIbrWRy6EJiZ5zXQ9G05WwCNbZ_VmeRSZPEjDrBBIjs/w640-h574/il_1588xN.2393411213_rc1r-min.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/819620077/silver-satin-pothos-scindapsus-pictus?ref=shop_home_active_6&crt=1" target="_blank">Silver Satin Pothos</a> from Reptile Plants</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">10. Bloomscape</h2><p><b>Website:</b> <a href="https://bloomscape.com" target="_blank">https://bloomscape.com</a></p><p><b>Location:</b> Detroit, MI</p><p><b>Shipping:</b> To contiguous 48 states. Free shipping on orders of $75+.</p><p>Bloomscape is another popular online plant shop featured in a variety of publications including Apartment Therapy, Real Simple, and Architectural Digest. Not only can you order amazing plants with the peace of mind that your new baby will be packaged with love and expertise, but you also get an amazing wealth of plant information and resources to go along with it. Just ask the <a href="https://bloomscape.com/meet-plantmom/" target="_blank">Plant Mom</a>! Plants ship in lovely earthenware pots in your choice of color. </p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcnAWsfORJyNhisk1OhcOTIj3OJwJy3WCbqeDiw5eeMlKlypey0o9cYduc4DNeQG82n61u_1xumFUuo2rbmI1fkAaLiltDK1G-R7q-sD-ZKEJqv71EzMFOqBpLZWTsoNzZKlmf2eqqqeo/s1746/bloomscape_product-sansevieria-slate-1-min.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Sansevieria plant from online plant shop Bloomscape" border="0" data-original-height="1746" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcnAWsfORJyNhisk1OhcOTIj3OJwJy3WCbqeDiw5eeMlKlypey0o9cYduc4DNeQG82n61u_1xumFUuo2rbmI1fkAaLiltDK1G-R7q-sD-ZKEJqv71EzMFOqBpLZWTsoNzZKlmf2eqqqeo/w528-h640/bloomscape_product-sansevieria-slate-1-min.jpg" width="528" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pictured: <a href="https://bloomscape.com/product/sansevieria/" target="_blank">Sansevieria</a> from Bloomscape</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br /></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-21308532385635281432020-04-24T12:02:00.002-07:002023-12-11T10:12:38.953-08:00I've Been Using Natural Deodorant For Over A Year: Here's What I Think<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In January of 2019 I walked through the aisles of Target and picked up my first two sticks of natural deodorant (along with several other things I didn't need, I'm sure). Advertisements for new aluminum- and paraben-free deodorants had been all over my social media feeds for months. </p><p style="text-align: left;">It seemed like lifestyle and beauty influencers from all across the Internet had a stick of natural deodorant in their medicine cabinet, smiling and proselytizing about the products' more "natural" and "healthy" qualities. No more nasty, pore-clogging, potentially cancer-causing chemicals, ladies! One day on my commute home from work, I even saw a gigantic billboard off the freeway advertising <a href="https://www.nativecos.com/" target="_blank">Native deodorant</a>.</p><p style="text-align: left;">
After months of advertising and subliminal messaging, I finally gave in and decided to see what all the fuss was about.</p>
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The Natural Beauty Revolution</h2><p>
At the time, natural deodorant was the latest craze in a beauty revolution that was a long time coming. For decades, customers cared little about the compounds and ingredients that cosmetics companies put into their products. No doubt, the majority of people didn't even know that questions needed to be asked. </p><p>This all changed as increasingly scrupulous and health-conscious consumers began questioning the ingredient lists of many beauty and personal hygiene products. This wave of customer empowerment has sparked revolutions in the production of everything from household cleaners and detergents to textiles.</p><p>
While I am 100% here for more clean, natural, and sustainable products – especially when it comes to products that come in contact with your body – the question must nonetheless be asked: <i>Is all the fuss really warranted?</i> <i>Does natural deodorant actually work?</i></p><p>
In terms of the fuss over aluminum in traditional antiperspirants, well... It's too soon to say. There is little scientific data at this point to actually prove that ingredients and preservatives like aluminum and parabens are <a href="https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/myths/antiperspirants-fact-sheet" target="_blank">linked to breast cancer</a> or exist in a high enough concentration in antiperspirants to cause any actual harm. There have been suggestions from early studies about possible links to breast cancer due to these ingredients' estrogen-mimicking qualities if absorbed through the skin, but more studies need to be done. </p><p>If you have no idea what I'm talking about, Allure magazine has a nice little summary of some of the top <a href="https://www.allure.com/story/beauty-ingredients-to-avoid" target="_blank">controversial beauty ingredients here</a>. As to whether or not these new deodorant sticks really work? Well, read on!</p>
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<h2 style="text-align: left;">First Impressions </h2><p>
I'm just going to go for the hardest question right up front and not drag it out. Is natural deodorant effective? Is it worth the hype? Well...<br />
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Sort of. Overall, the natural deodorants I've tried so far don't really hold up to odor and sweat quite as well as my old stick of Dove antiperspirant.<br />
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That being said, it doesn't mean that there is absolutely no reason to make the switch. Whether or not you choose to use natural deodorant inevitably comes down to your own personal preferences and your unique individual microbiome. </p><p>There is currently no actual <i>proof</i> that any of the ingredients in traditional deodorants are harmful, but there is also not yet conclusive proof that they <i>aren't</i>. I'm not going to frame it like a life or death roll of the dice, but it's something to keep in mind and a reality that you must decide if you're comfortable with. </p><p>Additionally, some people's bodies just DO NOT mesh well with natural deodorants. I've heard of people getting rashes or having uncomfortable itching reactions to certain products. Some people also naturally sweat more than others and have more powerful body odors that require a more heavy-duty product, and that is 100% okay! These products simply will not do the trick for everyone. For me, they work fine enough that's why I still use it.<br />
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So now that that's out of the way, let's talk about my first impressions.</p><p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Dreaded Transition Period<br /></h3><p>
The first two sticks I picked up were Native's <a href="https://www.nativecos.com/products/coconut-vanilla-deo-womens" target="_blank">coconut & vanilla deodorant</a> and Love Beauty & Planet's <a href="https://www.lovebeautyandplanet.com/us/en/body/products/deodorant/murumuru-butter-&-rose-deodorant-stick.html" target="_blank">rose-scented deodorant</a> (both of which smell great on their own). </p><p>Now, when I bought these I knew absolutely nothing about this little thing called a "transition period." In short, it is a period of time following the switch away from aluminum-laden antiperspirants where the communities of bacteria located on your underarms undergo a change in makeup as a response (some refer to this process as a "detox"). This process results in a spike in odor that typically lasts 2-4 weeks (although for me I honestly felt like it lasted 2-3 months) before the bacteria naturalize and the odor recedes.<br />
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When I read a lot of negative reviews of natural deodorant or hear people say "it doesn't work for me, it makes me smell worse," what people are usually describing is this transition period. It's funky. It's not cute. Your pits will be damp, you'll probably need to reapply throughout the day to avoid excessive odor, and you'll need to wash your armpits really well when you shower. You'll simply have to ride it out. </p><p>Once you get through this period though, things start to get much better.<br />
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I've been using natural deodorant for over a year now and my armpits don't get damp anymore like they used to in the beginning. Even when I work out the sweat and moisture is nothing crazy, so antiperspirant isn't something I feel like I particularly miss. I do, however, still find myself needing to reapply sometimes. In this regard, the deodorants I have tried don't hold up as well as Dove when it comes to all-day odor prevention.<br />
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3 Natural Deodorants I've Tried So Far</h2><p>
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Love Beauty & Planet</h3><p>
My favorite deodorant so far has probably been the <a href="https://www.lovebeautyandplanet.com/us/en/body/products/deodorant/murumuru-butter-&-rose-deodorant-stick.html" target="_blank">murumuru butter and rose</a> stick from Love Beauty & Planet. Of the three, it actually has the lowest customer rating online, something I'm a bit surprised by. </p><p>The predominant complaint seems to be that this deodorant doesn't "dry down" very well, and while the formula is a bit slicker than others I haven't had a problem with lingering dampness. The formula of this particular stick is actually one of the things I like most about it. It rolls on very smoothly and easily and doesn't leave behind any messy residue, something I can't really say for the other deodorants I've tried.<br />
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Another thing I like about this particular product is the odor protection. Of the three, Love Beauty & Planet lasted the longest and it was rare that I had to reapply in the middle of the day. I don't know if I'd grant it the full 24 hours of odor protection that the product claims, but it still does pretty well. It became my go-to deodorant whenever I was traveling, camping, or hiking, and I will probably be repurchasing it in the future.<br />
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My biggest critique is that I would not recommend buying this as your very first natural deodorant. The transition funk is real, and in the beginning I relied much more on the stick of Native deodorant that I bought at the same time. This formula isn't quite robust enough to really be able to handle all the extra odor and wetness that occurs when trying out natural deodorant for the first time, another reason why I think this deodorant rates a little lower than others. </p><p>I actually put this deodorant away in a drawer at one point, not really satisfied with its initial performance (and on the verge of giving up on natural deodorant altogether). When I later brought it out again (the craziness in my armpits had settled down at this point), I actually found that I really liked it and took back my initial reservations.<br />
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A stick of this goes for about $6.99 for 2.95 oz, making it the most affordable option of the three listed here.<br />
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While Native can't really claim the title of "The Original" natural deodorant – that title would probably go to Schmidt's – I do think the company had a strong hand in popularizing natural deodorant and bringing it into the mainstream. Founded in 2015 in an apartment in San Francisco, it was <a href="https://www.inc.com/magazine/201908/jill-krasny/schmidts-naturals-jaime-schmidt-deodorant-myro-native.html" target="_blank">purchased by P&G in 2017</a> for $100 million and has been occupying grocery and department store shelves ever since. </p></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><p style="text-align: left;">I had pretty much already made up my mind when I was making the switch that I was going to pick up a stick of Native deodorant (the Love Beauty & Planet deodorant was more of an impulse buy). As a popular brand, it definitely commands a steep price. At about $12 for 2.65 oz, it's not only the most expensive one I've tried but it also comes in the smallest size.</p></div>
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My opinion of this product is a little biased as I was going through a gross time for my underarms when I was using it. While the <a href="https://www.nativecos.com/products/coconut-vanilla-deo-womens" target="_blank">coconut and vanilla scent </a>is divine (it's their bestselling scent), this deodorant never really seemed to hold up for an entire day and I always felt like I smelled a little less than fresh by the evening. </p><p>In comparison to the Love Beauty & Planet deodorant, this formula didn't go on nearly as smoothly. The formula is a bit thicker and often left a sticky, balmy residue on my underarms. The application stick itself was also pretty messy by the end. <br /></p><p>Admittedly, I should probably try this deodorant again in order to get a more fair opinion, but the high price and the availability of tons of other natural deodorant brands means that it probably will be a little bit before I come back around to this one. </p></div>
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Schmidt's is a brand that consistently makes lists for the best natural deodorants. As I write this, I'm wearing Schmidt's deodorant in the <a href="https://shop.schmidts.com/products/jasmine-tea-sensitive-skin-deodorant-stick" target="_blank">jasmine tea scent</a>. </p><p>Born in a kitchen in Portland, OR in 2010, this company is rooted in modest beginnings and opened the door for what is now a thriving market. It was <a href="https://www.inc.com/magazine/201908/jill-krasny/schmidts-naturals-jaime-schmidt-deodorant-myro-native.html" target="_blank">purchased by Unilever in 2017</a>, around the time that natural deodorants really began to take off and become widely available. At about $10.99 it's not that far behind Native in terms of price, but it also comes in the largest size on this list at 3.25 oz. </p></div>
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I have been using it for about four months now and while I think I like this brand better than Native, it still doesn't really hold up all day. The formula also has an unfortunate habit of clumping and drying. I can literally lift my arms several hours later and brush off tried clumps of deodorant (although to be fair, I might just be applying too much). </p><p>That being said, this deodorant does still smell pretty good and is a great bet for anyone with sensitive skin for whom other brands have given them rashes or other skin breakouts. I have also seen many positive reviews claiming that this deodorant is one of the best for transitioning into using natural deodorant. </p></div>
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Final Thoughts</h2>
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Is natural deodorant for everyone? No. If you are especially prone to sweat or body odor, natural deodorant probably will not provide the barrier or protection you need to stay fresh and odor-free all day long. At least not based on products I've tried so far... but there are literally dozens more out there. </p><p style="text-align: left;">As an added consideration, natural deodorants tend to cost a little bit more than the traditional aluminum-based stick you've probably grown up using. I'll admit I had a little bit of sticker shock with the Native deodorant. Natural deodorant is still a new-ish market, however, so I wouldn't be surprised to see the cost come down in the next few years as more companies jump on board and find ways to lower costs.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">
One thing I can definitely say I don't miss about my old Dove deodorant is the white residue stains that always transferred to my clothes. Even brands that claimed to be transfer-resistant still inevitably caused buildup in the underarms of my shirts, a problem that I haven't once encountered in any of the natural deodorants I've tried. This is a major win, in my book. <br /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Have a favorite natural deodorant brand? Which one should I try next? </b></p>Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-49611976727736536762020-03-30T15:30:00.005-07:002022-07-06T12:49:12.422-07:00Runny Chia Seed Pudding? You're Probably Making One Of These Mistakes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Tips For Making The Perfect Chia Seed Pudding</h2><p>
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If you've never had chia seed pudding before, let me be the first to tell you that you are majorly missing out. </p><p>You've probably seen pictures of this delicious concoction on your Instagram or Pinterest feeds, perfectly smooth and topped with colorful berries or granola. It is a seriously yummy and nutritious way to start your morning. </p><p>According to <a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-health-benefits-of-chia-seeds#section1" target="_blank">Healthline</a>, one 1 oz. serving of chia seeds contains about 11 grams of fiber, 4 grams of protein, 5 grams of omega-3 fatty acids, as well as other nutrients such as manganese, magnesium, phosphorous, zinc, potassium, and vitamins B1, B2, and B3. Who knew you could pack so much good stuff into such a little seed?<br />
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Everywhere I looked, it seemed like health and food aficionados were sharing their snaps and recipes of this yummy (and pretty!) little snack, so I knew it was time for me to roll up my sleeves and make a batch myself. I mainly referenced Instagram posts and the ingredients and instructions seemed simple enough. Mix some things together, let it sit overnight, finish it off with your favorite toppings the next day, snap your much-deserved IG photo (I don't have a problem, you have a problem), and <i>voila</i>! Simple.<br />
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As I learned the hard way, there is totally a right and wrong way to make chia seed pudding (Hint: I did everything the <i>wrong</i> way my first time around). </p><p>There is nothing more frustrating than diligently planning and prepping your breakfast the night before only to open your fridge the next morning and find watery, runny pudding. Yep. My "pudding" did not set AT ALL, and to make matters worse I accidentally spilled the container all over myself (and the kitchen) with no chance to properly clean up because I was running <i>very</i> behind schedule. Let's just say it was a rough day that later ended with me coming home and scraping dried chia seeds off the floor, cabinets, and side of the fridge.<br />
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The good news that comes out of all this messy misfortune is that you guys now have the benefit of learning from my mistakes. I learned very quickly exactly how <i>not</i> to make chia seed pudding, and while it's not quite as simple as dumping some ingredients into a mason jar and going about your business, there are a couple small steps that you can take to ensure your pudding comes out at the perfect consistency!<br />
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Use the proper ratio.</h3><p>
This is not something I have personally had problems with, but it's important to address to make sure things get off on the right foot. Having the correct ratio of chia seeds to liquid is something you want to have right from the beginning. </p><p>As a quick Google search will show, there are many different recipes out there, all with their own recommendations on what ratios to use. For me personally, I have found that using about three tablespoons of chia seeds to one cup of liquid yields a nice smooth consistency. Simply double this if you want to make two batches. </p><p>I like to use vanilla-flavored almond milk as my liquid but you can use any type of milk you like such as oat, coconut, or dairy milk. For a slightly healthier version, you can use opt for unsweetened milk and add your own flavoring such as vanilla extract, honey, or maple syrup.<br />
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Add your chia seeds and other dry ingredients first.</h3><p>
Not everyone will agree with me on this one, but I swear it makes a difference. <br /></p><p>The first couple times I made chia seed pudding, I filled my container with almond milk first and then poured the chia seeds on top. The result always seemed to be a pudding that was a little clumpier and thinner than I like.<br /></p><p>Chia seeds are incredibly hydrophilic, meaning they're highly attracted to water. When exposed to liquid, the seeds begin to gel up and expand almost instantly. By adding my chia seeds last I found that they stuck together and clumped much more easily </p><p>If you are having this problem, try instead to add your chia seeds and other dry ingredients (such as cinnamon or cacao powder) to the container first. Then you can slowly stream in your milk, stirring with a fork or whisk as you go to prevent that dreaded clumping. Mix in any additional inclusions like vanilla extract or maple syrup last.<br />
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<b>Note:</b> If you are considering adding some heavier inclusions like chocolate chips, wait to stir these ingredients in until right before serving to allow your pudding to properly set.<br />
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</p><h3>Use fresh chia seeds.<br /></h3><p>I believe that this was my #1 mistake when making chia seed pudding. A couple tablespoons of chia seeds goes a long way. As such, a whole bag of chia seeds tends to last me a very long time. Too long, in fact.<br /></p><p>If your chia seeds have been in your pantry for a long time, it's worth checking the expiration date on the bag. In my experience, stale chia seeds do not mix in as well as fresh ones. They expand much more slowly in the milk and have a tendency to sink to the bottom rather than mix. This is because the freshness of the seeds impacts how long it takes them to develop their characteristic gel-like coating.</p><p>I regret to admit that the bag of chia seeds I used recently was about a year past the expiration date. <i>Womp womp</i>. Ever since replacing them with a fresh batch, I've had far fewer consistency issues. <br />
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Stir your pudding mixture thoroughly.<br /></h3><p style="text-align: left;">Until recently, the bulk of my consistency issues stemmed from using stale chia seeds that had trouble mixing with milk properly. Even with fresh chia seeds, however, you want to give the mixture a really thorough stir before you leave it to set the rest of the way. </p><p style="text-align: left;">I like to stir my pudding mixture more than once before covering and putting it in the fridge overnight to thicken. After my initial stir, I like to let the mixture sit on the counter and settle for a couple minutes. Doing this gives me a chance to observe whether or not my chia seeds are sinking to the bottom. If they are, this is an indicator that my pudding needs another stir. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p>
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Stir your chia seed pudding as many times as it takes your seeds to stay suspended in the liquid rather than sinking to the bottom. If you're using fresh chia seeds then you may only need to stir once or twice. If you're using older chia seeds, you may have to stir a little bit more. <br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">
When you are satisfied that the chia seeds are properly mixed in, refrigerate your pudding for 3 hours or (preferably) overnight. If you still aren't sure whether your seeds are properly mixed, refrigerate and go about the rest of your day (or bedtime routine if you are prepping this the night before) and come back to it right before bed to check on it. If your chia seeds have sunk a little or you have a thick layer of liquid on top of your setting pudding, go ahead and give it another quick stir.</p><p style="text-align: left;">
By the next morning, your chia seed pudding should be smooth, firm, and ready to top with your favorite toppings. <i>Bon appetite</i>!</p>
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<br />Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-33009028691131393062018-05-03T23:17:00.007-07:002022-07-06T12:49:19.570-07:00Visiting The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you've never had the opportunity to visit Western Washington's spring tulip festival then let me just say you are missing out on one of the most brilliant displays of natural beauty <b><i>ever</i></b>. This was made abundantly clear to Ryan and I when we finally drove up north to visit the festival for the first time a couple weeks ago. Not only did we catch many of the tulips in peak bloom, but we were also graced with amazing weather, a phenomenon that can be incredibly rare during April in the Pacific Northwest. Skagit Valley lies only about an hour or two north of Seattle (depending on traffic), although the myriad license plates we saw in the nearby town of Mount Vernon indicate that people definitely travel from much further away.<br />
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There are multiple locations to enjoy the festival from. Typing "Skagit Valley Tulip Festival" into Google Maps will deposit you at the street fair and farmer's market going on in downtown Mount Vernon. Depending on how long you've been on the road this might be a good opportunity to make a pit stop for food and/or restroom breaks. I highly recommend stopping in at the <a href="http://www.skagitbrew.com/" target="_blank">Skagit River Brewery</a> either on your way in or on your way back from frolicking merrily through the tulips. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side and you'll likely find yourself waiting awhile for a table on a busy festival weekend, but the house-made beer and delicious food coupled with the restaurant's cute rustic vibe is totally worth the wait! They also have a dog-friendly outdoor patio.<br />
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Once you're ready to leave downtown Mount Vernon behind, you have two main options of where to go to soak in those beautiful tulip fields. The first, and slightly closer, option is a quaint Dutch-style farm called Roozengaarde. This is the field that we decided to visit, and while it's technically only about a mile or two outside the city center, be prepared for a fair amount of stop-and-go traffic congestion along the countryside's narrow one-lane roads. The second option is another bulb farm called Tulip Town. If you go on a weekday you could likely hit both farms, but on a busy (and sunny) weekend like the one we encountered you'll likely have to settle for one or the other as lines to get into the parking lot and then lines to get into the actual farm are incredibly long. Next time we go we will definitely try to give Tulip Town a go!<br />
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All in all, the experience is definitely worth a day trip! You'll encounter fields full of flowers as far as the eye can see and lots of great photo opportunities. We visited in mid-April, but peak bloom for the tulips can vary from year to year depending on weather conditions so keep an eye on the tulip festival's <a href="https://www.tulips.com/bloommap" target="_blank">bloom map</a> online as well as on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/skagitvalleytulipfestival/?hl=en" target="_blank">Instagram</a> to get a sense of when the fields are really in full bloom! The festival typically runs from the end of March through the end of April although some flowers might still be in bloom through the beginning of May. You can check out some of my photos from the trip below.<br />
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<br />Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-40528577404975087812017-10-10T17:34:00.002-07:002023-12-12T23:22:26.027-08:00A Millennial Love Letter To IKEA<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Oh, IKEA. You are the Swedish furniture warehouse of every college student and twenty-something's dreams. When back-to-school season starts, you had better believe that the line just to get into the parking lot extends a block or two past the massive shopping complex itself. Young people preparing to move into new dorms and apartments attempt to weave their way through chaotic parking lots and overcrowded loading docks, wheeling their purchases on unruly carts that attempt to go in any direction but forward. Then begins the attempt to stuff long flat-packed boxes of disassembled furniture into parents' cars or into rented Zipcars (millennials don't own cars, after all). </div>
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The trip to IKEA is a ritual that almost everyone in my generation takes part in eventually. On a shoestring budget, you just can't turn down an $8 <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/lack-side-table-white-30449908/" target="_blank">LACK</a> side table or the infamous <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20275885/" target="_blank">KALLAX</a> shelving system (whose uses, by the way, are practically limitless). It may only last a year or two, but shoot, everything is <i>cheap </i>and you can pretty much furnish your entire apartment for a fraction of the cost of shopping elsewhere (and without having to brave awkward Craigslist encounters). Beds, futons, tables, dishes, a cute little desk plant-- IKEA always comes through. The IKEA pilgrimage has basically become a symbol of my generation's lifestyle; broke, constantly on the move, and remarkably unconcerned about quality furniture. That isn't to say that we won't develop a taste for finer things eventually; we'll buy cars and houses and have kids at some day in the future when we strike it big and land our dream job, right? Right. </div>
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IKEA seems to have cracked the millennial code, enjoying tremendous success in catering to consumers in the 18-30 year old bracket who are far more concerned about saving their money or spending their money on experiences like travel rather than on <i>things</i>. Not only are the people in this category on the move, flocking to large cities to chase dreams and avoid settling down, they are also attempting to navigate a job market that is far and away more competitive and tough to catch a break in than what our parents before us faced. In their time, if you had any college degree at all you were pretty much set; life was figured out. In the case of their children, however, you can pretty much forget about mortgages and car payments (and definitely forget about buying expensive furniture sets); for many in my generation its a small blessing just to come up with rent for your tiny 500sq. ft. studio apartment that costs $1300+/month and doesn't even have a bedroom door (hello <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S79166399/" target="_blank">VIDGA</a>). </div>
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So with little money leftover after paying for our ridiculously expensive city apartment, we scrounge up whatever furniture we can get for free from friends and family and fill in the rest at IKEA. What I love about the Scandinavian retail giant is that, while you may sacrifice a good deal in quality materials (who really cares though, the furniture is just going to get lost or damaged when you move to your next apartment anyway), you don't have to sacrifice a sense of style. If Scandinavian or minimal interior design styles are your thing, there are a lot of charming products to choose from. The new 2017 <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/collections/11989/" target="_blank">STOCKHOLM</a> collection is especially captivating, with tons of creative yet simply-crafted Scandinavian pieces that have the potential to make your space look much more expensive than it actually is with a little design magic. I mean, you could tell me <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/buskbo-armchair-rattan-djupvik-white-s69299012/" target="_blank">this rattan chair</a> came from Serena and Lily I would totally believe you. If this isn't really your style, then you can "IKEA hack" pretty much anything in the store to make something completely custom and awesome. A simple search for "IKEA hacks" on Pinterest will take you down a long and pleasant rabbit hole of DIY delight.</div>
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<b>Black Bistro Chair</b> <i>(no longer available)</i> // <b>BJORKSNAS Director's Armchair</b> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <b>STOCKHOLM 2017 Rattan Chair</b> (<a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/buskbo-armchair-rattan-djupvik-white-s69299012/" target="_blank">similar version here</a>) // <b>ARV Grey Bowl</b> (<a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/strimmig-deep-plate-bowl-stoneware-gray-20456211/" target="_blank">similar version here</a>) // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10319026/" target="_blank">OFANTLIGT White Bowl</a> // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40082536/" target="_blank">SOARE Placemat</a> // <b>INTAGANDE Pink Glass</b> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <b>INTAGANDE Pink Carafe</b> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/60322173/" target="_blank">FLADIS Basket</a> // <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/pudda-basket-70429649/" target="_blank">PUDDA Basket</a> // <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/rens-sheepskin-white-70026822/" target="_blank">RENS Faux Sheepskin Rug</a> // <b>STOCKHOLM 2017 Rattan Cabinet</b> <i>(No longer available) </i>// <b>IKEA PS 2017 Side Table On Casters</b> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/50392618/" target="_blank">HILLESTED Gray & White Rug</a> // <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/ranarp-work-lamp-with-led-bulb-off-white-70419612/" target="_blank">RANARP Task Lamp</a> // <b>STOCKHOLM 2017 Rattan Coffee Table</b> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90264845/" target="_blank">SENIOR Frying Pan</a> // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/80328145/" target="_blank">FRYKEN Box With Lid Set</a> // <b>BJORKSNAS High Back Bench</b> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40063632/" target="_blank">DOCKSTA Table</a> // <b>IKEA PS 2012 Black Dining Armchair</b> (similar versions <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/markerad-chair-beech-80433900/" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/norraryd-chair-black-40280843/" target="_blank">here</a>) </div>
<br />Kaylahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11492947010656738211noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-415231064426948751.post-37994687344819488332017-08-07T05:00:00.000-07:002018-01-02T21:10:21.120-08:00Tour 5 Perfectly-Designed Seattle HomesMove over, California. Your boho chic bungalows and coastal cool homes may flood Pinterest on the daily, but Seattle is quietly making a name for itself with it's own highly inspired interior design work. A few months ago I posted <a href="https://kayla-lynn.blogspot.com/2017/04/6-stunning-seattle-area-homes-to-envy.html" target="_blank">part one of the Seattle home roundup</a> and today I am finally bringing to you part two, highlighting some fabulous local digs with really great design.<br />
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Home #1: A 100+ Year Old Renovated Tacoma Home</h2>
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Designer: <a href="http://thimbleandcloth.com/" target="_blank">Lindy Dodge</a></h4>
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The first home on this list is by far my FAVORITE. Tacoma is an industrial port city about 40 minutes south of Seattle and I for one am in love with it. In addition to possessing a <a href="http://darlingmagazine.org/washington-town-thats-surprising-creative-hub/" target="_blank">booming arts and creative scene</a>, Tacoma is close enough to Seattle to commute but far enough away that the cost of living isn't as astronomically high as in the city proper. I am looking to buy a home in Tacoma in the next five years or so, so it's no wonder that I am getting a serious dose of inspiration from this Tacoma home renovation!<br />
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The couple's renovation perfectly complimented the old bones of the house while bringing in some necessary updates. I could go on and on about the thrifted collection of beautiful vintage furniture spread throughout the house, including an 1800s French-manufactured table (for $50!), a thrifted basket turned into a dining room chandelier, and a beautifully hand-crafted chest of drawers fashioned into a "spice dresser" (please teach me your thrifting ways, Lindy). In addition to a curated collection of eclectic treasures, the home also shows off a whole host of smart and beautiful DIY projects. The banquet nook seating, dining table, and copper rod open shelving are all examples of DIY at it's finest (seriously, you guys can help me renovate a house <i>anytime</i>). The home is beautiful and cozy but also functional, which is a design principal that I need constant reminding of. You can buy the prettiest chair in the world for your living or sitting room, but if it's not comfortable and you're never going to sit in it then what's the point?<br />
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This space is a real winner in my eyes, I can't get enough of it. For more photos and details about the renovation hop on over to <a href="http://www.designsponge.com/2015/08/an-old-home-with-a-new-life-in-tacoma-washington.html" target="_blank">Design Sponge</a> or <a href="http://thimbleandcloth.com/" target="_blank">Thimble and Cloth</a>.<br />
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Home #2: An Airy Tudor on the South Side</h2>
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Designer: <a href="http://www.lisastaton.com/" target="_blank">Lisa Staton</a></h4>
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In my previous roundup of awe-inspiring Seattle homes I featured multiple home designs by local interior designer Brian Paquette (and you can bet I have another one to show you if you continue scrolling down), but he isn't the only design maven on the scene. Lately the work of designer Lisa Staton has been making a splash in a big way, and I for one am a HUGE fan! Her work perfectly encompasses the Pacific Northwest aesthetic, very modern farmhouse meets Oregon coastal. I love all the contrasting black and white details throughout the house, including everything from sconces, window treatments, and shelving hardware to various pieces of furniture set against the stark white walls and even one darkly-painted door with the prettiest vintage crystalline doorknob.<br />
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The dining room provides an interesting mixture of themes but somehow it works. The wicker chandelier above the dining room table makes the space feel light and airy and gives the room a distinct California touch, while the dark old table below it is much heavier and sets a more traditionalist tone. Then throw in some minimal artwork in cool blue tones and those Danish-style mid-century chairs (think <a href="https://www.inmod.com/hans-wegner-ch23-side-chair.html?utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=cse&color=Beech+%2F+Natural&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_JrMBRDPARIsACis1HwdlQ5B19mfHWw9-RaBXl8FhbtbON571i_XdK77oDQWKhbNAuanaxIaAsJ5EALw_wcB" target="_blank">Hans Wegner</a>) that don't match the table at all and you have a very interesting space indeed. In theory none of these elements should work together, but somehow it's not that bad. Despite the mix of styles throughout the house it all unites under a very muted and neutral color palette which makes each space feel calm and soothing. Well played, Lisa.<br />
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See more photos from this project and others on <a href="http://www.lisastaton.com/south-side/" target="_blank">Lisa Staton's website</a>.<br />
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Home #3: A Global 20th Century English Cottage</h2>
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Designer: <a href="http://www.lisastaton.com/" target="_blank">Lisa Staton</a></h4>
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It just so happens that I have a second home to show you from designer Lisa Staton. Unveiled on the style and interior design website My Domaine back in May, this 1900s English-style cottage is GOALS. A few different cultural influences, American, Indian, and British, were drawn upon for this space to highlight the clients' global roots. There is a slick black and white theme throughout the home (not unlike the previous home tour), with a few distinct pops of color from textiles, furniture, and house plants. The vintage antiques and details throughout the house add a distinct global characteristic that makes everything feel collected, and this affect is most noticeable in the entryway. All-in-all it is a very beautiful and well-designed home whose photos I could stare at for EVER.<br />
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Check out the full tour via <a href="http://www.mydomaine.com/seattle-home/" target="_blank">My Domaine</a>.<br />
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Home #4: A Warm and Neutral Condo</h2>
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Designer: <a href="http://brianpaquetteinteriors.com/" target="_blank">Brian Paquette</a></h4>
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You've got to give this man some credit for picking a color palette and really sticking to it! Everything in this beautiful condo fits in the brown or beige category and is complemented by gold and grey accents. I for one have a serious desire to sink into that couch and stay there all day long. Everything feels very natural and organic, making use of soft woods and textiles throughout. I think the side table in the living room made out of a burnt-looking piece of wood is one of my favorite touches. The place just feels so cozy and serene, and I love that this condo also gets a lot of natural light (and I imagine a pretty nice breeze coming off the water!). Everything is very cohesive and put-together; a definite winner!<br />
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View via <a href="http://brianpaquetteinteriors.com/project/insignia-one/" target="_blank">Brian Paquette</a><br />
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Home #5: Traditional Meets Modern Seattle Home</h2>
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Designer: <a href="http://www.cocokelley.com/about/" target="_blank">Cassandra Lavalle</a></h4>
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<a href="http://www.cocokelley.com/" target="_blank">Coco+Kelley</a> is definitely one of my favorite blogs out there. Her aesthetic is so similar to my own and I love seeing every new room update or <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/oneroomchallenge" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a> reveal. I particularly love the dining nook with the traditional circular table mixed with lovely textiles. Just a serene and comfortable looking area to sit and have coffee or eat breakfast. I also love her ability to source and hang art; as much as I <a href="http://kayla-lynn.blogspot.com/2017/02/these-misconceptions-are-holding-you.html" target="_blank">love buying art </a>I struggle to find the perfect home for them in my own place.<br />
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And let's just take a moment to appreciate all of the really great lighting solutions at play here. Literally every single room is outfitted with amazing lighting; sconces, chandeliers, pendants; you can scroll through photos of each room and you will find some sort of awesome light fixture that just makes you think about how badly you need that same one in your own home. Like right now. I have gleaned so much interior design inspiration from watching this house morph into it's current form on the blog, and I can't wait to see more in the future.<br />
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<span style="text-align: start;">If you read my post from a couple months ago <a href="https://kayla-lynn.blogspot.com/2017/02/these-misconceptions-are-holding-you.html" target="_blank">about the myths of buying art</a>, then you know that buying and appreciating art is often thought of as a pastime that is a) expensive and b) exclusive. But online marketplaces like </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/?ref=lgo" style="text-align: start;" target="_blank">Etsy</a><span style="text-align: start;"> are quickly changing the way that art is bought and sold by giving small local artists more control over their businesses and giving them more opportunities to connect with potential buyers, taking a lot of the stress and hassle out of both buying and selling. If you made it a </span><a href="http://kayla-lynn.blogspot.com/2017/01/4-resolutions-for-2017-actually-worth.html" style="text-align: start;" target="_blank">New Year's resolution</a><span style="text-align: start;"> this year to buy some artwork for your home, then stick around because this guide that I've put together for you guys will get you off to a good start in your art search (and will keep those New Year's goals going strong!). </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Marendevineart?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Maren Devine Art</a></span></h3>
When I look at Maren Devine's artwork on Etsy, the first two words that come to my mind are <i>colorful</i> and <i>abstract</i>. Devine uses color liberally, from bubblegum pink and dusty blue tones to lime green and ruby red. The artist's body of work is so expansive that it can't be contained in just one Etsy store. Devine maintains a second online storefront, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/DevinePaintings?ref=condensed_trust_header_title_items" target="_blank">DevinePaintings</a>, and between the two a large range of subjects are covered including abstract portraits (most notably her "Warrior Girl" series), landscapes, still life, landscape, and figural work. Nothing is off limits. The shops contain a good mix of prints and original paintings, with prints averaging about $20 and paintings running from $150-$600. If you have time to comb through both shops you have a really good chance of finding something you love.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BP-huQEgbBX/?taken-by=honeyandfitz" target="_blank">Dina Holland</a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/KimHovellArt?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Kim Hovell Art</a></span></h3>
If art that makes you think of the ocean breeze and rocky beaches is more your thing, than this shop will be right up your alley. Offering primarily prints, Kim Hovell's art shows signs of inspiration from the water and especially the East Coast. The works are abstract with bursts of color that come together in a really stunning way. On top of images of shellfish (mainly oyster shells), Hovell also has a body of work depicting floral arrangements. Prints from this shop will set you back about $40-$60 and are each individually signed by the artist.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BRGq7-EguM8/" target="_blank">Kim </a></span><span style="color: #0000ee; font-size: xx-small;"><u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BRGq7-EguM8/" target="_blank">Hovell</a></u></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoanneMehlStudio?ref=pr_faveshops" target="_blank">Joanne Mehl Studio</a></b></span></h3>
I love finding awesome makers and creatives from my local Pacific Northwest, so finding this Etsy shop based out of nearby Portland was a huge score for me. If artwork that nods to the masters of Impressionism and plein air painting is more your style, then this artist's work is for you. You'll find beautifully-rendered Oregon landscapes and equestrian scenes that just might make you crave a visit to our neck of the woods over here. All the pieces in this shop are original oil and gouache paintings sold mostly unframed and ranging from $125-$1,200 (although there is a good selection of work available for under $300).<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ClareElsaesser?ref=shop_sugg" target="_blank">Clare Elsaesser</a></span></h3>
Clare Elsaesser's work might be some of the most well-known on this list. Prints of her paintings have been offered through large retailers like <a href="https://www.anthropologie.com/brands/clare-elsaesser-for-framebridge" target="_blank">Anthropologie</a> and her painting style is completely unique. While her paintings have the watery and inky characteristics of watercolors (indeed, most of these works are done on watercolor paper), they are actually done in acrylic and ink in such a way that simply mimics the characteristics of watercolors. It's pretty fantastic. She has many figural works, all faceless beauties, as well as some abstracts and still life's. I'm in love with her work, and there are a TON of affordable prints available if you don't have $500-$800 to shell out on an original. But if you do, I highly recommend keeping an eye on the "Originals" category of her shop.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/kikiandpolly" target="_blank">Kiki and Polly</a></span></h3>
This Portland-based Etsy store offers prints of works by artist Lisa Golightly (originals are available on her <a href="http://www.lisagolightlyart.com/" target="_blank">website</a>). At first I found her artwork kind of creepy, and her faceless figures reminded me a lot of those from a dark indie video game I played not that long ago called <a href="http://www.playdead.com/games/inside/" target="_blank">Inside</a> (a game that I haven't actually finished because the man-eating dogs that keep catching me are giving me anxiety). That association aside, any artwork that has graced the shelves of <a href="https://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/quick-fall-vignettes" target="_blank">design maven Emily Henderson</a> is an artist I'm on board with (I may be a little bit biased). Her work is incredibly minimal and simple, yet does a lot to convey the innocence and whimsy of youth. With almost 10,000 sales to-date, I think it's safe to say that a lot of other folks love her work too. If you are more of a minimalist at heart, this shop may be one that you'll want to peruse. Most prints start at $22 and go up from there depending on the size (large-scale 34" prints are available).<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/kaisamuelsdavis" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">kai samuels davis</span></a></h3>
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Stopping by this shop just might be one of the best things you do all day. The way artist Kai Samuels-Davis unsympathetically deconstructs his figures but leaves just enough behind for you to recognize something familiar amongst the myriad of colors and shapes is nothing short of a feat of artistic wizardry. The more you stare at one of his compositions the more interesting it becomes, leading to countless hours of contemplation which in my opinion justifies the investment. </div>
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KSD's shop consists of a mix of giclee prints and original oil paintings, both of which will cost you a little more money than some other shops. Prints will run you anywhere from $50-$300 depending on the size while the original works range from $550-$6000. But don't let the sticker shock get to you! This shop is still a must-see.</div>
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/VivianCaits?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">Vivian Caits</span></a></h3>
I love the work of abstract artist Vivian Caits. Based out of Washington, DC, Caits's studio produces original giclee prints in a variety of sizes to fit your needs. Her art is soft and light, with beautiful pastel hues and neutral tones as well a few a few bolder color combinations thrown into the mix. Her works provides a really great accent for any room in your home and feels very contemporary and at times minimal. If this sounds like your kind of art then definitely give her work a look! While her Etsy shop offers primarily prints at the moment, I believe that once her new <a href="http://www.viviancaits.com/" target="_blank">official website</a> launches original offerings might be made available there so keep an eye out and sign up for her mailing list if you're interested in staying up-to-date.<br />
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Elizabeth Mayville's claim to fame is her collection of female portraits in hind view, highlighting fabulous messy buns, braids, and pony tails. If you look up <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/elizabethmayville/" target="_blank">#elizabethmayville</a> on Instagram you'll find many such pieces displayed in lots of different homes (and even some fun <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BGK6-hSsnES/?tagged=elizabethmayville" target="_blank">lookalikes</a>). Partial portraits aren't all this studio is known for, however, and Mayville paints a whole variety of subjects from still life portraits to animals to landscapes. If you're an Obama or Biden fan there's even some cute prints of them available. Offerings on this site come primarily in the form of prints but a small number of gouache and oil originals are typically available in the Etsy shop at any given time (someone please buy this adorable <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/258994860/5x7-bird-painting-seagull-16?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">seagull painting</a>). The prints are nice because there's a wide range of sizes and prices, making finding the perfect piece of art for your walls easier. </div>
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"Seated Figure Abstract" from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Marendevineart?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Maren Devine Art</a> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/489134012/half-shell-13x19-signed-large-print-of?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">"Half Shell" print from Kim Hovell Art</a> // "Ha'ena Evening" from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoanneMehlStudio?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Joanne Mehl Studio</a> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/171130256/last-one-in?ref=shop_home_active_12" target="_blank">"Last One In" by Kiki and Polly</a> // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/113600974/rose-queen-giclee-art-print?ref=shop_home_active_8" target="_blank">"Rose Queen" by Clare Elsaesser</a> // "The Decision" by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/kaisamuelsdavis?ref=l2-shopheader-name" target="_blank">Kai Samuels Davis</a> <i>(No longer available)</i> // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/399586037/large-abstract-painting-print-navy-blue?ref=shop_home_active_22" target="_blank">"Stillwater" by Vivian Caits</a> // <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/222286047/8x10-hair-art-bun-print-top-knot-45?ref=shop_home_active_74" target="_blank">"Top Knot 45" print from Elizabeth Mayville</a></div>
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If you read my New Years post a few weeks ago then you know that buying yourself a piece of original art is something I highly recommend that everyone resolves to do in 2017. Seriously. I bought my first piece of original artwork two summers ago (and I started collecting art prints before that) and I have been hooked ever since. My current little art collection consists of five paintings, three mixed media works on paper, and a four limited edition art prints- and I love each and every one of them.<br />
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But a lot of people are shy when it comes to buying art, and whether consciously or not many of our perceptions about the whole affair are influenced by some misplaced stereotypes about the artistic set that simply aren't true. Namely that art collecting is a pastime for the wealthy and the elite. But guess what? You don't need a ton of money or any art history know-how to pick up a beautiful piece of art that you absolutely love. Read on to see some of the most common misconceptions holding you back from making the leap busted once and for all.<br />
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1. Original art is really expensive</h3>
Not true. My first piece of original art was a 12x12" abstract painting that I bought from an artist online for only $55, and the most money I've ever paid for a piece was $250 which is cheaper than a music festival pass and lasts longer than a weekend. It's true that having a lot of extra cash to throw around will make it easier to purchase any and whatever art you want, but buying art on a budget is totally doable (and is nothing to feel inadequate about). All it takes is a little more patience and some thought into what kind of art you are looking for. Many galleries will even work with you on paying for a piece if you really love it; devising a payment plan is not at all uncommon.<br />
Remember: more expensive does not equal better. Art must first and foremost be bought for your own enjoyment and consideration and the amount of money you are willing to invest in that will vary from the amount that someone else is willing to pay and is not an indicator of the inherent quality of the art.<br />
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2. You have to go to a formal gallery or art show to find good art</h3>
Don't get me wrong, I TOTALLY encourage you to wander through your local galleries or attend an art show if you get the opportunity. Visiting shows and galleries is a great way to expose yourself to stunning artwork and talented artists from around the world but actually going to such places can be a really inconvenient or intimidating experience for some people, especially if you don't really have time to make it to a gallery or if the idea of mingling with others makes you uncomfortable. But there is SO much beautiful artwork for sale online through various digital marketplaces and artists' websites as well as in more casual settings like local craft markets or at a combined cafe/gallery. You can even score some awesome finds at antique stores and flea markets if vintage art is more your style.<br />
Another interesting place to look for art is Instagram. I've managed to discover some really great artists there, and many will do Instagram flash sales that allow you to score beautiful pieces at really great discounts so keep your eyes peeled!<br />
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3. You have to be knowledgeable about art to really appreciate it</h3>
Insecurity in your own tastes and the feeling that fine art can only be enjoyed by the educated elite is one of the top things that holds people back from making the leap. I read a great <a href="http://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainment/arts/8962498/Five-Common-Misconceptions-About-Art" target="_blank">article online</a> with art collector Marliana Keys that draws the line between "art literacy" and "art appreciation." You don't need a PhD in Art History or to know every detail about the artist's life in order to be drawn to a piece and enjoy looking at it. In the end your art collection should reflect who you are and what you love, whether you're drawn to the artist and their process or you simply enjoy being in the work's presence (and need it in your house or office right this instant).<br />
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4. Art prints aren't as good as originals </h3>
There is a big difference between buying a poster and buying an art print. A poster is basically just a photograph of an image that is reproduced in unlimited quantities by entities not associated with the actual artist and typically uses lower-quality materials. Original art prints, on the other hand, are high-quality, limited-edition clones of the original work and are produced by the artist themselves using a completely different process (and are often signed/numbered). I own both prints and originals, and while I am definitely more attached to the originals you can still support an artist you like by buying their prints; they'll still look great on your walls (Or your bookshelf. Or your dresser. Wherever!).<br />
I've found that prints can also be a great substitute if you LOVE the work of a particular artist but can't really afford their original pieces right now, or if an artist is so popular that getting a hold of their original work is really difficult. I'm in both boats at once with <a href="http://www.teilduncan.com/" target="_blank">Teil Duncan's</a> art. I adore her paintings, and not only do they sell out before you can finish snapping your fingers, I also don't quite have $2,000 to spend on a barista budget. But I do have two of her prints and they're great.<br />
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5. You can't buy (good) art online</h3>
As I've already mentioned, online is a really great hassle-free way of shopping for art (it's where I always buy my art pieces). While looking around into the reasons why people don't really get into art buying, however, I was surprised to discover that there is a very vocal body of people that swear up and down that you should never buy art online (and some even went as far as to insist that there just isn't any good-quality artwork for sale in the Internet). That the only way to buy art is to see it in person, touch it, scrutinize the details. Personally I don't think that buying art online is any more risky than buying clothes or makeup or the countless other items that people buy online all the time. Sometimes shoes don't fit quite right or that dress you bought isn't the color you thought it would be; it's simply the risk you take.<br />
I will say, however, that modern technology has come a LONG way, and artists that are committed to maintaining an online storefront frequently upload VERY high quality digital scans of the art for sale. You can even go to their Instagram accounts and get different views of some of the art for sale. You can usually get a really good idea of what the artwork looks like based on the online images, and I've never had a problem with the quality being lower than I was expecting. If anything, the art usually looks even better once you get it in your hands.<br />
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So what are you waiting for? Start looking around and researching today; buying original art is really special and serves as a constant reminder of the kinds of things that can be created by those daring and brave enough to share their work with the world-- with you!<br />
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Need some help getting started with your search? Stay tuned, because in the next couple weeks I plan to share with you guys some of my favorite marketplaces and artists! In the meantime, you can check out my <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/kaylakrantz1201/for-the-love-of-art/" target="_blank">art board on Pinterest</a> to discover new artists and even find artwork for sale.<br />
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XOXO,<br />
Kayla<br />
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