Last week I ordered some ’80s design books from Amazon, and yesterday they arrived! Since we’re reveling in the retro possibilities of plants this week at Mirror80, I thought I’d share some of my favorite photos from The Complete Book of Houseplants & Indoor Gardening with you today. This book is packed with ’70s/’80s style. Read on for proof that our current obsession with houseplants has roots in the past…
Succulents, Palms and Bromeliads
Yesterday I made a trip to Shoal Creek Nursery in Austin, Texas. I seriously recommend walking through a nursery this spring. It’s a fun way to be outdoors at a beautiful time of the year, and if you’re obsessed with plants like I am, even better! I got a ton of inspiration for my yard and my home (gorgeous tropical selections in the greenhouse above, right?), and I even picked up a few plants. Here are some of my favorite snapshots from this impromptu field trip…