At Moscarillo's we pride ourselves on having quality tropical plants, whether they are for your home, or to put outside by the pool in the summer. In our West Hartford store alone we have more than 2000 plants.

In our greenhouse you can always find a great selection of:

• Dish Gardens
  

• European Baskets
  

• Houseplants of all sizes
  

Services:

• Repotting
  

• Custom Live Arrangements
  

• Pest Diagnosis
  

There are many houseplants out there and one of the best guides on the web is at www.plantcare.com    Head on over if you really want to learn something new about those plants of yours!

Try these air-cleaning Houseplants

Arrowhead Vine

Heart-shaped leaves with silver, white or yellow markings.

Care: Plant in regular potting soil and keep the soil barely moist. Best grown in bright, indirect sunlight, warm temperatures and low humidity.

Chinese Evergreen

Tolerates low light and cool temperatures. Unique foliage adds to the home décor.

Care: Low to bright light. Feed regularly only during summer months. Water regularly from mid-summer to fall, allowing the soil to dry slightly between watering. Water less frequently during winter.

Draceana 'Warneckei'

Extremely easy care and removes trichloroethylenes the best.

Care: Bright to low light. Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Give a liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the spring and summer months. Don’t feed in winter and water less.

Fiddle Leaf Fig

The ability to purify the air is just an added bonus in addition to its ease of growth and disease/insect resistance.

Care: Keep root ball evenly moist, although you may allow the soil to dry out in between watering. Feed weekly in spring and summer, bi-weekly in the winter. Mist frequently.

Peace Lily

Produces beautiful flower like leaves and excels in the removal of air pollutants.

Care: Low to medium light. Feed regularly from spring to fall, but less in the winter months. Wash leaves occasionally to prevent insect attacks.

Air Cleaning Houseplants

Did you know scientists say that the air inside our homes can be several times more polluted than the air outdoors? According to the EPA, houseplants have been shown to reduce levels of indoor pollutants introduced by household cleaners and appliances. Through their natural process of respiration, houseplants filter out toxins while increasing oxygen levels and moisture, leaving the air cleaner and healthier to breathe.

Common Air Pollutants

Formaldehyde: Found in foam insulation, plywood, clothing, carpets, furniture, paper goods, and household cleaners.

Benzene: Found in tobacco smoke, gasoline, synthetic fibers, plastics, inks, detergents, and rubber.

Trichloroethylene: Found in dry cleaning, inks, paints, varnishes, lacquers, and adhesives.

Bamboo Palm

Perfect for adding moisture to the air during the dry winter months. Proven to be an effective remover of benzenes, trichloroethylene, and formaldehyde.

Care: Low to bright light. Water only enough to keep root ball damp. Wash leaves to prevent spider mites.

Boston Fern

Best for removing formaldehyde and adding moisture to the indoor environment.

Care: Medium to bright light. Feed weekly with a light fertilizer while the plant is producing new foliage. Feed sparingly in winter. Keep soil moist but not soggy and never let root ball dry. Mist frequently.

English Ivy

A traditional groundcover that grows well in topiaries and hanging pots.

Care: Medium to bright light. In spring and summer, water often. Allow to dry slightly between watering in fall and winter. Feed regularly and mist often.

Golden pothos

Removes benzenes and formaldehydes well. Available in hanging plants. Easy care.

Care: Medium to low light. Feed weekly when producing new foliage. Feed bi-monthly to monthly in winter months.

Spider plant

Removes carbon monoxide and other pollutants within the home. Unique design is an added bonus.

Care: Medium to bright light. Requires minimal feeding, generally every 2 months depending on the fertilizer. Keep soil moist but never soggy.