Simon & Schuster's Guide to House Plantsis the definitive guide to selecting the right plants for your indoor environment and making them flourish. The introductory chapter explains how plants grow; how and when to feed, repot, and prune them; how to protect them from pests and diseases; the best ways to arrange and support house plants; and how to engage in hydroculture. Each of the 243 entries, illustrated in lush full color, gives the plant's family, place of origin, description, propagation requirements, and complete instructions on temperature, lighting, and watering.Whether you are a novice or an expert indoor gardener, this indispensable guide is the most authoritative and useful handbook on house plants you can own.