Melanie Dearringer

Melanie is a plant enthusiast and expert contributor at Bromeliads.info and OrchidPlantCare.info. Melanie's experience in internet marketing, business management, and horticulture allows her to bring a unique perspective to the community. Melanie received a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership from Purdue University and is the Marketing Director at NewPro Containers.

How to Control Slugs and Snails in Outdo...

Slugs and snails are landscape and greenhouse pests that are not deterred by containers. They can find their way to any young tender plant and do[...]  » Read More

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3 Sun-Loving Plants for South Facing Win...

Many indoor plants are desired for their ability to grow in the dark corners that are abundant in many office complexes. Most indoor plants prefe[...]  » Read More

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Cistaceae: Roses That Rock

Hot, dry summers are a reality for many container plants throughout the world. In these locations, plant maintenance is easier when you choose pl[...]  » Read More

Indoor Trees that Trigger Allergies

With spring underway allergies are on many people’s mind. According to WebMD one in every five people in the United States suffers from allergi[...]  » Read More

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Lilies: A Gorgeous Container Plant

With some careful planning and preparation lilies can be beautiful container plants. They can be planted on their own or as a focal point in an a[...]  » Read More

Herb Walls: A Fresh Take on the Living W...

Green walls are attractive and conjure images of healthy and verdant living. An edible green wall takes these ideas a step further. Imagine your [...]  » Read More