How it all started

La Otra Flora happened organically. I have been a gardener since 2006 and love taking pictures of natural beauty that I see everyday. Whether its a wisteria vine I see on a walk, a dewy spiderweb, new leaves on my monstera, or a new bloom in the garden, I can't help but take a few shots and share them with friends. This year I decided to start a cut flower garden, which has been a dream of mine for a couple of years.  My darling designer husband surprised me one day with a brand, a logo, and a website all for whatever I wanted to share. So here we are. I call myself a flower farmer now and have plans for summer and fall blooms in the works. I decided to start writing and sharing more about my experiences which is outside of my comfort zone.  I nerd out on all things houseplants and gardening and I really want everyone to know how easy and fulfilling it can be to own and grow plants. I don't know exactly what this project will evolve into, but I do know that this is a good place for me to grow as a person. 

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Tillandsias

I've killed more air plants than any other plant. They require a fair amount of attention and care than I thought. So here's what I learned.

  • let them live right next to a window without direct sun (no less than 2 ft away) 
  • give them a quick dip in water once a week
  •  gently but vigorously shake ALL excess water off and leave them upside down to drip dry (or they will rot) 
  • return to window when dry
SPREAD TILLY LOVE 

SPREAD TILLY LOVE