Connect with the Green and Growing World of Interior Plantscaping As we move into reduced restrictions the IPA Executive Committee are keen to ‘get growing’ with our membership drive. The interest in indoor plants is thriving at the moment and as such we would love to drive that interest into the workplace. If you [...]
‘Lighting’ Interior Plantscapes Undertaking research for an article on horticultural lighting recently, I came across some interesting news and products that did not end up making their way into print. I am sharing these titbits with you now … I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Carl Gray, a Brisbane-based lighting designer. Carl very generously [...]
As the social distancing laws are starting to reduce in some States we all need to prepare for business when it starts to pick up. Life as we know it is continually changing! If you have not done so already, now is the perfect time to work on a plan to see you through [...]
Congratulations Plantercraft – WA https://plantercraft.com.au on achieving the valued status of being an Accredited Member of the Interior Plantscape Association for another 2 years. The additional steps Plantercraft have taken to become a ‘best practice’ business positions them as a leader within the industry. Plantercraft have proven to be fully compliant with industry [...]
Jo Howski from Home of Houseplants in Adelaide has found her niche selling rare indoor plants online to customers across Australia. Jo Howski has been fascinated by plants her entire life, gardening with her mother and grandparents from an early age. Whilst her school friends had pop star posters on their bedroom walls, she [...]
There is no doubt 2020 started out on the back foot. As much as I think we are all a bit tired of hearing the ‘C’ word and witnessing people fighting over toilet rolls, I was really heartened to read the message this week sent out as an e-bite by our CEO Elaine Tunn. [...]
Columbus, OH – AmericanHort is pleased to announce the 2020 inductees to the AmericanHort Interior Plantscape Hall of Fame – Kathy Johnson Fediw, LEED AP ID+C, CLP, CLT and David Korstad, President of Sedgefield Interior Landscape. The AmericanHort Interior Plantscape Hall of Fame honors individuals of integrity whose personal dedication provides great leadership in [...]
Could getting back to nature be the answer to remaining calm and staying positive during this unsettling time? Have you ever noticed when you feel a little low, how amazing a walk in the park, doing some gardening or having indoor plants in your workspace or home does wonders for your overall mood and [...]
Recently the AGM was held and I am very happy to accept the position as the 2020 President of the Interior Plantscaping Association for a second term. I would like to thank Julie Watson & Arthur Stacey who have stepped down from the board this year. Julie and Arthur have been great contributors and [...]
Firstly I would like to wish everyone a healthy, happy and safe 2020. For those who have been affected by bushfires my heart goes out to you and I hope the recovery process is speedy. The bushfires have been horrendous. Aside from donations we all need to support those towns which have been affected [...]
