Plant Care

Bonjour, mes amis! Sophie Laurent here, and as someone who spends her days dissecting trends and understanding the nuances of how we live, I’ve found that the best insights often come from the simplest places – even our gardens. This past summer, as Europe sweltered under an unprecedented heatwave, my hydrangeas, usually a vibrant testament to effortless beauty, looked increasingly fragile. It got me thinking: just as our beloved hydrangeas need a deliberate, thoughtful approach to thrive in a challenging climate, so too do our European homes. The principles of care, resilience, and adaptability apply to both, creating spaces that truly bloom with life. ...

Embracing the Summer Heat: Keeping Our Green Companions Thriving in European Homes Ah, summer in Europe. The long, golden evenings, al fresco dining, and the undeniable charm of our sun-drenched cities. But let’s be honest, those beautiful heatwaves? They can be tough on us, and even tougher on the beloved plants that bring so much life and character to our European homes. In my own apartment in Paris, a chic but rather compact space, my plants aren’t just decor; they’re an extension of my design philosophy – a commitment to natural elements and sustainable living. Last season, during an unexpected scorcher, I nearly lost my beautiful Fiddle Leaf Fig. It was a stark reminder that even with years of experience in observing European lifestyle trends and home design, we can all overlook the immediate needs of our living green spaces when the mercury climbs. ...