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What is Biophilic Design? An interior design trend here to stay - Leaf Envy

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What is Biophilic Design? An interior design trend here to stay

Did you know we spend on average 90% of our time indoors? As we bring in the new year, we reflect on how important being "at one" with nature indoors i...

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How to Care for Your New Christmas Tree from Leaf Envy

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How to Care for Your New Christmas Tree from Leaf Envy

Caring for a live Christmas tree may require a bit more effort than an artificial one, but the rewards are worth it. By following these care tips, your Christmas tree from Leaf Envy will not only survive but thrive during t...

Why Our Plant Subscription Box Makes the Best Christmas Gift

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Why Our Plant Subscription Box Makes the Best Christmas Gift

With our plant subscription box, you’re not just giving a gift—you're giving an experience that will brighten your loved one’s home and life, long after the festive season has faded. So why settle for ordinary when you can ...

The Best Christmas Gifts for Plant Lovers

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The Best Christmas Gifts for Plant Lovers

As the holiday season twinkles into our lives with the promise of joy and festive gatherings, it’s the perfect time to think about the perfect presents for your loved ones. If you’re searching for the ideal Christmas gift for the p...

Why are houseplants good for you?

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Why are Houseplants Good for You?

Whether you're a seasoned horticulturist or a budding plant enthusiast, there's an undeniable charm in surrounding yourself with lush, green houseplants. But did you know that apart from their aesthetic appeal, these leafy companio...

Elevate Your Green Space with Our Plant Subscription Box - Leaf Envy

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Elevate Your Green Space with Our Plant Subscription Box

Hello there, fellow plant enthusiasts and décor dreamers! If you're a self-proclaimed lover of all things green and stylish, and if the thought of unique, vibrant, design-led aesthetics makes your heart flutter, then you've landed o...

Is it OK to Sleep with Plants in Your Bedroom? - Leaf Envy

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Is it OK to Sleep with Plants in Your Bedroom?

Creating a serene and restful sleep environment is essential for a good night's rest. Many people are turning to nature-inspired solutions to enhance their sleep quality, and one popular trend is incorporating plants into the bedro...

Top Tips to Keep Your Dog Away from Your Houseplants - Leaf Envy

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Top Tips to Keep Your Dog Away from Your Houseplants

As a dog owner, you know that your furry friend can bring immense joy to your life. However, their curiosity and playful nature can sometimes lead to mischief, especially when it comes to your cherished houseplants. Whether it's dig...

International Women's Day: Female Founder Story - Leaf Envy

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International Women's Day: Female Founder Story

The theme of this year's International Women's Day is #BreakTheBias, which we are bringing awareness to in order to ensure equality in all walks of life and celebrate the success and achievements of women around the world. As a f...

Leaf Envy x Edge of Ember Jewellery Collaboration - Leaf Envy

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Leaf Envy x Edge of Ember Jewellery Collaboration

Catch the conversation between Founders Lynette (Edge of Ember) and Beth (Leaf Envy) on how they conceived the idea of a product collaboration that fused EOE’s ethical, luxury jewellery with Leaf Envy’s botanical inspired leaf designs.

How to keep your houseplants alive during a heatwave - Leaf Envy

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How to keep your houseplants alive during a heatwave

As UK temperatures soar, don't just focus on outdoor gardening—your indoor plants are feeling the heat too! Here's how to ensure they thrive despite the rising mercury.

Anthurium Care: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners - Leaf Envy

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Anthurium Care: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on Anthurium, the enchanting houseplant known for its heart-shaped "flowers" and vibrant foliage. If you're a beginner looking to delve into the world of Anthuriums, you've come to the right...

Should I Spray My Indoor Houseplants With Water? - Leaf Envy

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Should I Spray My Indoor Houseplants With Water?

To Mist or Not to Mist?Indoor gardening has become a popular hobby, especially for those living in urban environments. It's not only a great way to bring a touch of nature into your home but also has proven benefits for mental healt...

Top 5 Benefits of Having a Snake Plant in Your Home - Leaf Envy

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Top 5 Benefits of Having a Snake Plant in Your Home

One of the easiest plants on the planet. Let's talk about the Snake Plant - the benefits and how to care for it! Snake plants are known for their ability to remove toxins and pollutants from the air, such as formaldehyde, benzene, a...

Top 10 Tips for Your Houseplants in Spring - Leaf Envy

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Top 10 Tips for Your Houseplants in Spring

Here are 10 tips for taking care of your houseplants in the spring season. Spring is a wonderful time of year for gardening and houseplant care. As the weather warms up and the days get longer, plants start to come out of dormancy a...

Winter Plant Care Tips - Leaf Envy

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Winter Plant Care Tips

As the days get shorter and the temperature gets lower, you'll notice that your plant collection isn't getting as much light, water and humidity as they usually do in the summer months. No need to stress, read on to find some Winter...

How to care for your Christmas Tree - Leaf Envy

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How to care for your Christmas Tree

You’ve unwrapped your brand new sustainable potted Christmas tree from Leaf Envy… what next?! As they require more care than your usual cut Christmas tree, we've put together some handy frequently asked questions that you can read b...

Autumn Plant Care Tips - Leaf Envy

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Autumn Plant Care Tips

It’s a new season and this means time to adjust your plant care routine. The days are getting shorter and the weather is getting chillier. Keep your indoor plants happy by following our autumn houseplant care guide.

5 signs you have overwatered your plants - Leaf Envy

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5 signs you have overwatered your plants

Think you've overwatered your favourite house plant? Find out some early signs of overwatering, how to prevent overwatering and what to do if you've given your indoor plants too much water!

How to Care for your Monkey Mask Monstera - Leaf Envy

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How to Care for your Monkey Mask Monstera

For May, our subscription plant is the Monkey Mask Monstera paired with our Regent pot in the Chalk colourway. This month’s plant is a twist on its Insta-famous and much-loved cousin, the Monstera Deliciosa. If you love the Monstera...

Caring for your Plants in the Spring Months - Leaf Envy

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Caring for your Plants in the Spring Months

Spring is the beginning of the new growing season, and you may be wondering what routines you need to change in order to grow the happiest and healthiest plant you possibly can. Luckily, we have rounded up our top tips to prepare yo...

Why isn’t my Peace Lily flowering? - Leaf Envy

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Why isn’t my Peace Lily flowering?

The Peace Lily is a delicate and tranquille plant that can bring positive energy to your home with its air-purifying qualities. Caring for them is easy, but getting them to flower can be slightly more difficult. If you want to find ...

Pruning Guide - Leaf Envy

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Pruning Guide

Houseplants may need some pruning if you notice some dead, browning leaves. Pruning encourages new growth for the plant rather than focusing on old growth. It is an easy way to give your plant a new lease of life and make your indoo...

Fungus Gnats - Leaf Envy

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Fungus Gnats

Fungus gnats are a pest that can be seen flying around your plants. They mostly cause little to no harm to your plants but they are a general nuisance when they are in your home. There are a range of things you can do to both preven...

Humidity for House Plants 101 - Leaf Envy

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Humidity for House Plants 101

Many house plants originate from and are acclimatised to environments such as rainforests or jungles where levels of humidity are particularly high. Knowing which plants love humid conditions is important in order to give them the c...

The Top 3 Plants to Propagate - Leaf Envy

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The Top 3 Plants to Propagate

There are many advantages that come with propagating your plants and knowing that you can grow a plant from a small stem is a greatly rewarding process. Not only this, but propagation is an effective way of expanding your family of ...

Alocasia Black Velvet Plant Care Tips - Leaf Envy

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Alocasia Black Velvet Plant Care Tips

The beautiful velvety leaves of the Alocasia Black Velvet are the perfect addition to your home in this month's plant subscription. We have put together some tips to help keep your Alocasia Black Velvet thriving and growing healthy.

How to Move House with House Plants - Leaf Envy

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How to Move House with House Plants

It’s no secret that being a plant parent is becoming increasingly more popular. Plant parenting is a big topic and in 2021 Google Search showed that “How to move house with house plants” trended more than “how to move house with kid...

The Importance of Light for our Plants - Leaf Envy

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The Importance of Light for our Plants

Keeping houseplants alive in the winter months can be a difficult job, but we have all the tips you need to keep your plants happy and healthy through the cold winter that greets them. Sunlight is an important factor in the growth ...

Let there be light - Leaf Envy

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Let there be light

In celebration of Diwali festival this week, we're diving into the importance of light for our house plants. Light is life for plants & getting it right can help your plants to thrive & flourish. However, it can be a tricky ...

Care tips for your Blue Star Fern - Leaf Envy

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Care tips for your Blue Star Fern

Keep those luscious velvety blue leaves thriving in your home by following our simple care tips that have been collected from the Leaf Envy team! From humidity, positioning, watering and styling.

Autumn Plant-Care Guide by Leaf Envy - Leaf Envy

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Autumn Plant-Care Guide by Leaf Envy

It’s a new season and this means time to adjust your plant care routine. The days are getting shorter and the weather is getting chillier but don’t fret! Keep your botanical home happy by following our autumn house-plant care tips.

Top 5 Calathea Plant Care Tips - Leaf Envy

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Top 5 Calathea Plant Care Tips

The Calathea is a stunning species of house plant with many colourful & patterned varieties. Air purifying, pet-friendly & can handle low light, what's not to love? We've rounded up our top 5 tips & tricks to keep their ...

Begonia Masoniana care and style tips - Leaf Envy

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Begonia Masoniana care and style tips

The exotic Begonia Masoniana has large, rough textured green leaves with a unique dark brown iron cross pattern. An eye catching plant for any indoor jungle.

How to keep your plants alive while you're on holiday - Leaf Envy

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How to keep your plants alive while you're on holiday

We all love a holiday and a break from the day to day, but that means leaving our house plants behind to fend for themselves. If you're worried about keeping them watered and alive while you're away, here's our top indoor plant holi...

Top tips to look after your plants in the summer heat - Leaf Envy

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Top tips to look after your plants in the summer heat

When the sun comes out in its full glory during summer, our indoor plants get very excited as it means extra energy to grow and flourish. Here are our tips on how to help them enjoy the sun and heat just as much as we do.

5 reasons why you should style your home with plants - Leaf Envy

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5 reasons why you should style your home with plants

Styling your home with plants not only looks great but also has benefits to your mental and physical wellbeing.

How to keep your pets away from your houseplants - Leaf Envy

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How to keep your pets away from your houseplants

Since some plants can be very harmful to your pets, we have put together some easy tips to keep both your plants and pets safe, healthy and happy.

5 watering tips for happy, healthy plants - Leaf Envy

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5 watering tips for happy, healthy plants

“Less is more” is the general rule of thumb when it comes to watering, as it’s far easier to revive a thirsty plant than a drowned one. While every species requires a different watering schedule there are some techniques you can fol...

How to repot your plant - Leaf Envy

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How to repot your plant

Has your plant outgrown their nursery pot and need to be repotted to a larger pot? We want to equip you with the right leafy tips, tricks, and tools to help you on your plant parenthood journey, so here are 5 easy steps to help yo...

How to propagate - stem cutting edition - Leaf Envy

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How to propagate - stem cutting edition

Fancy growing your own plant babies? We've got you covered. Here at Leaf Envy there is nothing we love more than sharing the leafy love by turning our favourite plants into plant babies. There are several methods you can use but ...

How to keep your house plants happy as the weather changes - Leaf Envy

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How to keep your house plants happy as the weather changes

The weather is changing and so should your plant care. As we move into the winter months, everything starts to change. From the cold, rainy weather to shorter days and less light. Switch up your plant care routine to keep your pl...

What’s the deal with fertilising indoor plants? - Leaf Envy

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What’s the deal with fertilising indoor plants?

Unlike outdoors plants sitting in beds, your indoor plants can only get the nutrients that are in their surrounding soil and the supplements that you give them. Fertiliser can be a great way to top up depleted nutrients that are ess...

Am I overwatering my plants? - Leaf Envy

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Am I overwatering my plants?

Overwatering can be harmful to your houseplants, and is often the cause of many plant parent woes. Here are our tips for spotting signs of overwatering and how to fix it.

Plant care In your self-care routine - Leaf Envy

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Plant care In your self-care routine

It’s not always easy to reap the benefits of being in nature by getting outdoors, particularly if you live in a big city, so how about bringing the outdoors inside? House plants can give life to space and make it a more peaceful...

How to propagate your plants - Leaf Envy

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How to propagate your plants

There are 3 ways to propagate plants: division, stem cutting and tip cutting. Each species of plant has a different propagation method. We have simplified the methods for you into bitesize and digestible instructions so you can gro...

Understanding light for houseplants - Leaf Envy

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Understanding light for houseplants

Light is to plants what food is to humans. They thrive off it and depend on light for growth and energy.

Creating a happy home for your house plants - Leaf Envy

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Creating a happy home for your house plants

It can take a couple weeks for your houseplants to settle into their new environment. This period of acclimatisation is important for ensuring your houseplants remain happy and thriving in their new home.

Simple tips to help your indoor plants thrive - Leaf Envy

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Simple tips to help your indoor plants thrive

Plants, like people, are all unique. However, these are the tried and tested plant hacks you can follow to create, build and grow the indoor jungle of your dreams!

How to increase humidity for your houseplants - Leaf Envy

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How to increase humidity for your houseplants

Humidity refers to the amount of water in the air. Water, in hot conditions, will turn into water vapour that then sits in the air particles. The more water there is, the hotter the temperatures tend to be, and the more humid the da...

Common houseplant pests & how to identify them - Leaf Envy

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Common houseplant pests & how to identify them

The most common pests are aphids, spider mites, fungus gnats, mealybugs, scale, thrips, and whitefly.

How to Get Rid of Mealybugs: White Powder Pests on My Houseplants - Leaf Envy

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How to Get Rid of Mealybugs: White Powder Pests on My Houseplants

Behind the Leaves: A Comprehensive Guide to Caladium Miss Muffet - Leaf Envy

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Behind the Leaves: A Comprehensive Guide to Caladium Miss Muffet

Here we delve into the mesmerising world of Caladiums. With their striking foliage, these plants are a stunning addition to any garden or indoor space. This post will explore one of the most distinctive varieties of this spec...

What's the Easiest Plant to Grow Indoors? - Leaf Envy

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What's the Easiest Plant to Grow Indoors?

Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a novice plant parent, growing plants indoors can be a rewarding and therapeutic experience. Not only do indoor plants enhance the overall appearance of a space, but they also help improve ai...

Pink Perfection: Your Complete Guide to the Philodendron Pink Princess - Leaf Envy

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Pink Perfection: Your Complete Guide to the Philodendron Pink Princess

Enter the world of plant enthusiasts, and you'll quickly encounter the Philodendron Pink Princess, a botanical gem that has captured the hearts of many with its exquisite variegation. This captivating houseplant, with its striking ...

Top 5 easy-to-look after houseplants - Leaf Envy

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Top 5 easy-to-look after houseplants

House plants not only add a touch of vibrant beauty to our indoor spaces but also offer numerous benefits such as purifying the air, reducing stress, and promoting a sense of well-being. If you've hesitated to venture into the world...

Top 5 best gifts for plant lovers - Leaf Envy

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Top 5 best gifts for plant lovers

We've picked out our top 5 gifts for the plant lovers in your life. Plants make the best gift as they remind your loved one of you each time they look or care for them. Give a gift that lasts a lifetime and check out our top gift r...

Why our plant subscription box makes the best gift - Leaf Envy

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Why our plant subscription box makes the best gift

Our Subscription box has been recommended by Grazia, GQ, Elle Decor, Stylist & many, many more! We've selected it as our top gifting product this festive season, read on to find out why and how easy it is to gift our plant subsc...

Top 5 houseplants that are safe for cats - Leaf Envy

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Top 5 houseplants that are safe for cats

Some plants can be hurtful to your fluffy loved ones. We have put our top 5 houseplants that are safe for cats and provided some extra tips of how to keep them away.

Houseplants that are good for your health - Leaf Envy

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Houseplants that are good for your health

The Leaf Envy team have chosen their top 5 plants that are beneficial to your health.

Top 3 houseplants that like direct sunlight - Leaf Envy

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Top 3 houseplants that like direct sunlight

Still holding onto the Summer sunshine? It's not over yet! We're here to bring you the top 3 houseplants that will appreciate full, direct sunshine and can be positioned pride of place on your window sill.

Our Top 10 Patterned Plants - Leaf Envy

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Our Top 10 Patterned Plants

From polka dots to graphic stripes, we adore the unique touch that patterned house plants have to offer the home. As we know, house plants have the ability to bring life to any space, and this is especially the case for the patterne...

Gifting: Sustainable Alternatives to Cut Flowers - Leaf Envy

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Gifting: Sustainable Alternatives to Cut Flowers

Gifting a plant to a loved one is a more sustainable option than giving them a bouquet of flowers. The environmental impact of cut flowers is not so rosy. Gift a plant that lasts a lifetime with our range of totally giftable plants....

Six Spooky Halloween House Plants - Leaf Envy

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Six Spooky Halloween House Plants

We've selected six spooky plants to scare trick or treaters and guests this Halloween. From the hair-like stems of the Hoya Linearis to the ghost coloured Variegated Cactus, create a Halloween display the neighbours will be envious ...

The best gifts for plant lovers - Leaf Envy

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The best gifts for plant lovers

If you're looking to give a thoughtful present that guarantees a smile and lasts a lifetime you've come to the right place! We add a free personalised handwritten card with every gift for an extra special touch. Read on to discover ...

Top 10 plants to improve the air quality in your home - Leaf Envy

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Top 10 plants to improve the air quality in your home

Studies show that some indoor plants are highly skilled in absorbing toxins and C02 through their leaves, and in the process improving the quality of the air we breathe. Love them even more now? Here are our top 10 air-purifying pla...

What does a toxic plant really mean? - Leaf Envy

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What does a toxic plant really mean?

A common worry for plant parents is whether a plant is toxic for their pets. But what does 'toxic' really mean? Read on to find out more on toxicity for indoor plants, what precautions you can take and which plants are pet friendly.

Top 10 easy care house plants - Leaf Envy

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Top 10 easy care house plants

If you are a plant beginner, have a busy lifestyle, or are a serial plant killer, we've got you covered with our easy to care for and resilient houseplants that even you would struggle to kill!

Why plants make the best wedding gift - Leaf Envy

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Why plants make the best wedding gift

Bring the newlyweds' home to life with nature. We promise they'll fall in love with their new leafy pals just as much as they've fallen for each other! Read our top 5 reasons why plants make the best wedding gift.

Immunity boosting plants - Leaf Envy

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Immunity boosting plants

Did you know that our immune system is the human bodies most sophisticated and complex physiological mechanisms?⁠ We've partnered with Naturya to provide you with some natural ways to give your immune system a well needed boost.

Top 10 pet-friendly indoor plants - Leaf Envy

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Top 10 pet-friendly indoor plants

While house plants bring homes to life and purify the air in the process, some indoor plants are toxic to animals and children if ingested. Here are our top 10 recommendations for pet safe plants.

Plants that can handle low-light - Leaf Envy

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Plants that can handle low-light

Having a low light home doesn't mean that you can't style your home with plants. Here are our recommendations for low light plants that can survive without much light nor care.

The best bedroom plants to boost your R&R - Leaf Envy

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The best bedroom plants to boost your R&R

Being close to nature can help you relax. Houseplants improve the quality of your sleep as they help keep the air refreshed and the environment therapeutic and calm around you.

Plant Displays FAQ - Leaf Envy

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Plant Displays FAQ

If you're considering purchasing our Plant Displays, make sure to have a read of our FAQs. Designed to address the most commonly asked questions, it offers a comprehensive overview addressing potential concerns for new customers. If...

Why is a Semi-Hyrdo planting set up best for businesses? - Leaf Envy

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Why is a Semi-Hyrdo planting set up best for businesses?

In today's business landscape, incorporating greenery and plants into commercial spaces has become increasingly important. Not only do plants enhance the aesthetics of a business, but they also contribute to a healthier and m...

Benefits of Semi-Hydro for Plant Health - Leaf Envy

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Benefits of Semi-Hydro for Plant Health

Semi-hydroponics, or semi-hydro, offers several benefits for plant growth and cultivation. Here are some of the advantages of using a semi-hydroponic system.

What is a Semi-Hydro Plant Display? - Leaf Envy

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What is a Semi-Hydro Plant Display?

In semi-hydro systems, plants are typically placed in containers or pots filled with a substrate such as perlite, vermiculite, or clay pebbles. These materials provide stability for the plants and offer some water retention propert...

Meet our Design & Development Lead - Leaf Envy

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Meet our Design & Development Lead

Designing spaces with plants is our jam and we love collaborating with likeminded brands to bring the outside in. Our bespoke plant design service is used by a variety of businesses to bring their space to life and we have a talen...

Coat Paints Plant Design Project - Leaf Envy

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Coat Paints Plant Design Project

Coat Paints is a sustainable paint brand with stunning eco-formulations that transform homes through the power of colours. We had the opportunity to bring their biophilic design concept to life with plants all throughout their new o...

HIJACK Studio Plant Design Project - Leaf Envy

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HIJACK Studio Plant Design Project

HIJACK is a post production company based in East London. We had the opportunity to junglify their studio with trailing/climbing plants. The brief was simple - create a living wall and ceiling that the plants will grow across the fu...

Design Museum Shop x Leaf Envy - Leaf Envy

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Design Museum Shop x Leaf Envy

Just in time for spring and the upcoming Chelsea flower show, we had an incredible opportunity to take over the Design Museum Shop located in Kensington, London. Together with the Design Museum, we wanted to create a curated plant s...

Plant Care & Maintenance For Businesses - Leaf Envy

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Plant Care & Maintenance For Businesses

Over the past years, our design team at Leaf Envy have worked very closely with plant care specialists PlantSit to ensure the plant schemes that we design are set up for success long-term. Plant Sit was born out of the love for p...

B_Together Members Club Interior Plant Design Project - Leaf Envy

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B_Together Members Club Interior Plant Design Project

B_Together is a new design-led hub for families. A beautiful multi-functional space where members can play, work, eat and relax. Our plant design scheme spanned four floors and sustainability was at the core of this project. Our...

Grind Coffee Interior Plant Design Project - Leaf Envy

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Grind Coffee Interior Plant Design Project

In the beginning of this year, we had the exciting opportunity to design the interior plant scheme for Grind Coffee in Greenwich. The beautiful space offers an all day restaurant, cocktail bar as well as a tropical garden space.

Grind Coffee Outdoor Plant Design Project - Leaf Envy

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Grind Coffee Outdoor Plant Design Project

Grind is a renowned British coffee brand famous for its young, fun atmosphere. We work with Grind on all 6 sites across London and work closely with their team on bespoke Plant Design schemes to bring their space to life with plants...

Top 10 Plant Styling Techniques For Your Home - Leaf Envy

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Top 10 Plant Styling Techniques For Your Home

Adding greenery to your home can make a huge difference in the ambiance and overall feel of your space. Whether you're a plant enthusiast or just starting out, here are ten plant styling techniques to elevate your home decor:

Best plants by room. Where to put which plants - Leaf Envy

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Best plants by room. Where to put which plants

If you’re a devoted plant parent, it can be difficult to know where to put each of your beloved houseplant babies in order to make the most of them and to help optimise their growth. Even if you’re new to the world of houseplants, i...

Top 5 Flowering Indoor Plants & How To Look After Them - Leaf Envy

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Top 5 Flowering Indoor Plants & How To Look After Them

At Leaf Envy, we believe in Design By Nature and these flowering plants are the perfect way to incorporate nature into your home. These flowering plants are longer lasting than any bunch of flowers you will ever receive. With the ri...

Best Plants to Create Plant Curtains - Leaf Envy

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Best Plants to Create Plant Curtains

There are always new and exciting design trends to fit your home’s aesthetic. The newest trend in the interior design world is plant curtains. You’ve most likely seen outdoor plant curtains covering the exterior but these beautiful ...

The 3 Principles of Biophilic Design - Leaf Envy

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The 3 Principles of Biophilic Design

Biophilic design is at the forefront of interior design currently. But it is about more than just the aesthetics; biophilic design enables us to incorporate plants and nature into our homes and daily lives, fulfilling our innate des...

Top 10 Most Aesthetic House Plants - Leaf Envy

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Top 10 Most Aesthetic House Plants

Biophilic design is a home decor aesthetic that is becoming increasingly more popular, especially due to the health benefits that come with it. Creating an indoor garden and bringing the outside in is trending in the interior design...

New Trend Alert: Pink Plants - Leaf Envy

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New Trend Alert: Pink Plants

The newest trend to rise in the plant world is one which will spice up your indoor garden with a pop of pink colour. Pink plants provide unique pink-toned leaves and they are the perfect compliment to your evergreen collection. Ther...

Introduction to Biophilic Design - Leaf Envy

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Introduction to Biophilic Design

Biophilic design or Biophilia (our innate love of nature) is the concept of infusing interior design with nature to create an environment that evokes feelings of happiness and serenity. It's the newest trend for interior design and ...

Inspirational plant interior accounts on Instagram - Leaf Envy

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Inspirational plant interior accounts on Instagram

We've put together some of our favourite Instagram accounts to showcase homes that are beautifully styled with plants. Get all the inspiration you need to create your very own unique indoor jungle.

Leaf Envy Bespoke Indoor Plant Pots - Leaf Envy

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Leaf Envy Bespoke Indoor Plant Pots

Named after locations which are meaningful to Leaf Envy’s roots, our custom-designed pots have been specially hand-crafted in Portugal by expert ceramicists.

Heading back to the office? - Leaf Envy

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Heading back to the office?

People are the biggest asset to a company, making their well-being high up on the priority list! That's why we're here to help you realise the power of plants to create a healthy work environment and keep a happy, motivated team

Creating your at home sanctuary with plants - Leaf Envy

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Creating your at home sanctuary with plants

We all cherish our own space and sanctuary to escape to, maybe now more than ever. Our home space doubles up often as a work space, as well as a relaxation and living space. The Leaf Envy plant styling experts put together their tip...

Plant Styling in the Bedroom - Leaf Envy

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Plant Styling in the Bedroom

Snoozing, chilling, reading, writing - whatever it might be, we spend a lot of time in our bedrooms, so it’s important to make them feel like a relaxing and tranquil environment to be in! Using indoor plants in your bedroom is one...

Why plants are great for your workspace - Leaf Envy

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Why plants are great for your workspace

Many of us buy plants to brighten up our environment and create our very own green oasis. Other than being aesthetically pleasing, plants also have some amazing superpowers. Here's 4 reasons why you should have more plants in your ...

5 Benefits of Bringing Plants into Your Home - Leaf Envy

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5 Benefits of Bringing Plants into Your Home

Introducing plants into your home not only creates a visually appealing and harmonious ambiance but also offers a plethora of benefits for your physical and mental well-being. From improving air quality and reducing stress levels to...

How To Improve Your Mental Wellbeing - Leaf Envy

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How To Improve Your Mental Wellbeing

Looking after your mental wellbeing is essential for maintaining a healthy and fulfilling life. Just as we take care of our physical health, it's important to prioritise our mental health to ensure a balanced and fulfilling e...

Why Nature & Houseplants Benefits Your Mental Health - Leaf Envy

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Why Nature & Houseplants Benefits Your Mental Health

Nature and houseplants can have a profound impact on our mental health. In recent years, studies have shown that spending time in nature and incorporating greenery into our homes and workplaces can have a range of positive effects o...

What is Earth Hour & Why Is It Important? - Leaf Envy

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What is Earth Hour & Why Is It Important?

Earth Hour is an annual event that began in 2007, where people around the world turn off non-essential lights and electrical appliances for one hour as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness about climate change and the need to take ...

What is Biophilic Design? An interior design trend here to stay - Leaf Envy

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What is Biophilic Design? An interior design trend here to stay

Did you know we spend on average 90% of our time indoors? As we bring in the new year, we reflect on how important being "at one" with nature indoors is to our health and wellbeing, with a focus on biophilic design. The concept of ...

How to reuse your candle pot to care and grow for your cuttings from Aery Living - Leaf Envy

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How to reuse your candle pot to care and grow for your cuttings from Aery Living

What better feeling than when all your house plants are thriving around your home! You’ve grown them from small, they’re memories of trips away or reminders gifted from loved ones. It’s safe to say everybody loves a house plant, tha...

How to recycle your Christmas Tree - Leaf Envy

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How to recycle your Christmas Tree

Sustainability is incredibly important to us. That’s why this year, we not only offer potted Christmas Trees which can be planted outside and used again next year, but we’ve also partnered with a charity, JustHelping to promote Chr...

6 Ways To Support Your Mental Health - Leaf Envy

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6 Ways To Support Your Mental Health

In July we partnered with CBD brand Goodrays and gave our subscribers a relaxing CBD treat to drink at home surrounded by their ever-growing plant collection. In the pursuit of the art of relaxation, we've put together 6 simple wa...

How to Collect Rainwater for your Outdoor Plants - Leaf Envy

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How to Collect Rainwater for your Outdoor Plants

In the UK, we’re lucky enough to get plenty of rainwater to feed our beloved plants, especially in the colder months. However, when the temperatures start to get warmer and we get less rain, we often resort to using a hose to hydrat...

Our favourite plants for Dad! - Leaf Envy

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Our favourite plants for Dad!

With Father’s Day just around the corner, you may be wondering “what should I get him this year?” Well, there is no better gift than one that lasts forever, as long as it receives the right love and care. Help Dad to be green with a...

Plant Walls 101 - Leaf Envy

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Plant Walls 101

As we know, bringing the outside world into your home is a popular interior design trend that we are totally on board with here at Leaf Envy. Houseplants have the ability to add so much life and excitement to any space and we are al...

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London Terrariums x Leaf Envy

We’ve teamed up with London Terrariums to introduce you to the organically beautiful nature of terrariums. We’ve got the lowdown on what terrariums are, how they grow and the best tips and tricks to look after them.

House Plants by Post - Leaf Envy

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House Plants by Post

Discover our range of indoor plants for the perfect gift by post. Receive your plant with our next day delivery service and receive a text message with your delivery time slot! Plus we plant a tree with every order so you can feel g...

Mother's Day Gifting: Why Plants are the Best Gift - Leaf Envy

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Mother's Day Gifting: Why Plants are the Best Gift

It’s always been tradition to give plants and flowers on Mother’s Day due to their symbolism of purity and beauty. Now that Spring is upon us and Mother’s Day is fast-approaching, here are some reasons why you should give some leafy...

Q&A with Caggie Dunlop, founder of podcast Saturn Returns - Leaf Envy

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Q&A with Caggie Dunlop, founder of podcast Saturn Returns

We were thrilled to help Caggie Dunlop, creator of trending podcast Saturn Returns, bring her botanical dreams to life in her new home. And this week we caught up ahead of Caggie's Live Saturn Returns Tour to talk all things green l...

Top 10 Romantic Valentine's Day Plants - Leaf Envy

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Top 10 Romantic Valentine's Day Plants

The most meaningful of Valentine’s gifts are the ones that will last a lifetime. With the right amount of love and care plants will flourish, just like a blossoming relationship! We have put together our top plants that are Valentin...

Why do plants make the best Valentine’s Day presents for men? - Leaf Envy

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Why do plants make the best Valentine’s Day presents for men?

Valentine's Day is not just for the ladies. Here's why houseplants also make the perfect gift for men. Plants are a symbol of love that lasts forever, with the right love and care they’ll flourish over time. It is the perfect symbol...

Q&A with Alistair Frost, Founder of Pentire - Leaf Envy

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Q&A with Alistair Frost, Founder of Pentire

We caught up with our friend "Frosty", founder of Pentire, to learn more about the world behind their delicious Cornwall-certified, alcohol-free gin. Be transported to the salty beaches of Cornwall for some local tips and discover h...

Let’s make Blue January Greener! - Leaf Envy

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Let’s make Blue January Greener!

The calming effects of plants have been scientifically proven to reduce stress and mental fatigue due to the human desire of connecting with nature. Bringing nature inside your home is the most effective way of making your space mor...

Healthy Hybrid Homes - Leaf Envy

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Healthy Hybrid Homes

Working from home is the new normal for many of us and building an environment which you can work productively in whilst also being able to live there is an important factor when it comes to your health and wellbeing. Discover our t...

Harness the Power of Plants this 2022 - Leaf Envy

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Harness the Power of Plants this 2022

It’s the New Year and starting 2022 with the power of plants in your palms can be the trick to improve your wellbeing and help you stick to your resolutions. House plants can offer many benefits to our daily lives, from creating a r...

How to gift a plant during the festive season! - Leaf Envy

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How to gift a plant during the festive season!

For a gift that keeps on giving and lasts a lifetime, what could be more meaningful than a plant and perfectly-paired pot uniquely handpicked for a special someone in your life? Here are our top tips for ordering, presenting & g...

Our Green Values - Leaf Envy

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Our Green Values

We are on a mission to (re)connect people with nature which is why we want to help people create their own beautiful botanical homes. But our green credentials don't stop here. Our commitment to the future of the planet means sustai...

How plants can improve your mental health - Leaf Envy

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How plants can improve your mental health

Today 1 in 4 people suffer from mental health issues. And our busy lifestyles & device "dependency" act as contributing factors. There is no doubt that appreciating nature, cutting back on screen time & prioritising self-car...

Discover our leafy world! - Leaf Envy

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Discover our leafy world!

We're here to reconnect you with nature by helping you achieve your own beautiful botanical home. Why? Because we believe in the power of plants to bring our spaces to life and boost our happiness & wellbeing.

Leaf Envys best botanical spots in London - Leaf Envy

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Leaf Envys best botanical spots in London

Did you know London is not only one of the greenest cities in the UK, but in the world? Making it the perfect place to spend hours enjoying nature. Here are our team's top London botanical destinations to escape the hustle and bust...

Our Q&A with Origami master, Michael Wong - Leaf Envy

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Our Q&A with Origami master, Michael Wong

We caught up with meditation guru and author Michael James Wong to celebrate the launch of his new book, Senbazuru, with many similarities to be drawn between the art of folding paper and the act of growing plants and caring for them.

Our top 5 office plants for your team to boost your workspace - Leaf Envy

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Our top 5 office plants for your team to boost your workspace

Introducing plants into the workspace can boost creativity, motivation, and helps create a healthy work environment that reflects your company's core green values. Here are our top 5 plants for a different member of your team in the...

Why Japanese culture loves all things Mother Nature - Leaf Envy

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Why Japanese culture loves all things Mother Nature

Japan has many lessons to teach us about our connection with nature. They have one of the most deep-rooted and closest relationships with Mother Earth of any country in the world. Here's why.

Leaf Envy team's best botanical gardens from around the world - Leaf Envy

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Leaf Envy team's best botanical gardens from around the world

Our team have put together their favourite botanical spots from around the world and the reasons why they love them so much.

5 Tips on how to Bee friendly - Leaf Envy

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5 Tips on how to Bee friendly

Bees are so important to our ecosystem. They pollinate plants from our gardens to the countryside, and help ensure we have enough fruit and vegetables. Worryingly, bees are under a huge threat and without them so is our environment,...

Leaf Envy top 5 tips to go plastic free - Leaf Envy

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Leaf Envy top 5 tips to go plastic free

We're joining millions of people in reducing our plastic waste for Plastic Free July! Find out what changes our team are making and what you can do too.

The benefits of plant therapy - Leaf Envy

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The benefits of plant therapy

So, what is plant therapy? Caring for our leafy friends to help improve both our mental and physical health. Immersing yourself in the world of plant parenthood can ultimately lead to a healthier and happier life. Whether you're jus...

Benefits beyond aesthetics - Leaf Envy

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Benefits beyond aesthetics

Plants bring spaces to life, and have an abundance of benefits that go beyond aesthetics. That's why we are so passionate about helping you create your dream plant-filled interior.

Become a Leaf Envy Ambassador - Leaf Envy

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Become a Leaf Envy Ambassador

Our mission is to help people bring their space to life with nature. And we want to celebrate our community by showcasing the best plant-filled interiors on Instagram. So if you're houseplant & interiors obsessed, take a great...

Winter Plant Care & Christmas Gift Guide - Leaf Envy

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Winter Plant Care & Christmas Gift Guide

Download our Winter Plant Care & Christmas Gift Guide here. Help your plant collection to flourish in the colder months and be inspired by our thoughtful botanical gifts for a special someone during the festive period!

Corporate Gifting Catalogue - Leaf Envy

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Corporate Gifting Catalogue

Download our corporate gifting catalogue here. Give new employees a warm welcome, express appreciation to valued clients, or simply recognize your team’s hard work—with the gift that keeps on growing!