Lena Hart
Plants & home editor
Lena covers easy houseplants and cozy, budget-friendly decorating. Her focus is plants that survive real apartments and rooms that feel warm without a big spend.
8 articles
15 Cozy Fall Home Decor Ideas on a Budget
Simple, budget-friendly ways to make your home feel cozy for fall: warm textiles, pumpkins and plants, candlelight, handmade touches and an autumn palette.
October 4, 2026
9 Easy Indoor Plants for Beginners (That Are Hard to Kill)
The easiest houseplants for beginners, chosen for real homes: how much light and water each one needs, what goes wrong, and which are safe for pets.
October 2, 2026
12 Hanging Plant Ideas for Small Spaces
Clever ways to hang plants in small homes, from crochet and macrame hangers to wall pots and window rails, plus the best trailing plants and how to hang them safely.
September 28, 2026
10 Pet-Safe Houseplants for Homes With Cats and Dogs
Beautiful, easy houseplants listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA, plus the common plants to keep away from pets and tips to stop nibbling.
September 26, 2026
How to Style Plants on Shelves (Without It Looking Cluttered)
A simple step-by-step method for styling plants on open shelves and bookcases: picking plants for the light, mixing heights, adding handmade pieces and keeping it easy to water.
September 24, 2026
Pothos Care Guide: Light, Watering and Fixing Yellow Leaves
Everything you need to keep a pothos happy: how much light it needs, when to water, why leaves turn yellow, and how to grow a fuller plant from cuttings.
September 20, 2026
13 Boho Living Room Ideas on a Budget
Cozy boho living room ideas that don't cost a fortune: rattan, layered textiles, plants, handmade pieces and warm lighting, with budget tips for each.
September 18, 2026
8 Low-Light Indoor Plants That Actually Survive Dark Rooms
The best low-light houseplants for north-facing rooms, dim corners and apartments, with honest notes on watering, growth and which ones are safe for pets.
September 16, 2026