At A Greener Image we take pride in maintaining a personable relationship with each client, familiarity with every account, and detail-oriented plant care.
A Greener Image specializes in the design and maintenance of interior plants. Owners Sheri Aronoff and Crystal Whitmer have each been in the “plantscaping” business since 1997. They are long-time friends who started the company from scratch in 1999.
After a couple of years in plantscaping, they sought to build an exceptional company which committed itself to going beyond the expectations of their clients.
They pride themselves on maintaining a personable relationship with each client, their familiarity with every account, and their detail-oriented plant care. Some of their better known clients include Chili’s Grill & Bar (Valley-wide), The City of Avondale Municipal Operations, The Hyatt Regency, and Weil Lifestyles, LLC, an organization founded by Andrew Weil, M.D.
Interior plantscaping is the installation of plants, containers, and all necessary materials throughout homes, offices, restaurants; any place there’s a plant-supportive environment. Sheri and Crystal provide each design, and maintain the plants on a weekly basis. They provide plant care for places which have existing plants as well, and offer a free plant replacement program.
A Greener Image also sells and delivers plants to the general public, and they provide and maintain patio plants. They also offer plant rentals and floral services for all occasions.
Most Recent AGI Articles
- Beneficial Natural Décor
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When decorating your home or office, you follow the basics: paint, furniture, flooring, wall décor… but once all is in place, you still may need more of a feeling of comfort. Adding plants and flowers to your décor is a great way to bring warmth and vitality to any interior decorating plan.
There are numerous ways to decorate with plants, from creating a “jungle” atmosphere, to simply disguising an unattractive view or filling an empty corner.
Plants with slender shapes can enhance a contemporary style design. If choosing a Southwestern style, you may prefer succulents. A grouping of plants can add drama and an unexpected look. If using Feng Shui guidelines in your décor, plants and flowers are a great way to achieve a positive flow of Chi.
Read more... - Lucky Bamboo
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Lucky bamboo has become quite popular due to being easy to grow, and for the belief in Feng Shui that it will bring prosperity, fortune and happiness.
While typically called a bamboo, this plant is actually a Dracaena Sanderiana.
Lucky bamboo can be found as single stalks or bundled together, and in curly and straight forms. If you are following the Feng Shui elements of choosing a lucky bamboo, consider things like the number of stalks, and how it’s planted. 2 stalks are for love and marriage, 3 are for happiness. 3 is also associated with the east, 4 is associated with the southeast, 5 for health, 8 for wealth and abundance, and 9 is considered lucky for overall good fortune and happiness. A bamboo is most lucky when it represents all five elements of Feng Shui. Wood (the bamboo itself), Earth (the rocks it grows in), Water, Fire (usually a red ribbon tied around the pot), and Metal (the pot; glass pots belong to the metal element).
Read more... - Decorating With Flowers
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Flowers can add a cozy and inviting atmosphere to any interior decorating plan. They emanate a positive energy that people respond to. A few well-placed blossoms or exquisite arrangements can do wonders for the personality of any interior space.
A good place to start is at the entry. Visitors will feel welcome by a cheerful bouquet. The arrangement can be simple or elaborate. A seasonal wreath or floral swag in the outside entrance can also create a lovely greeting. Read more...
- Houseplants in the Desert
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Arizona is a very popular place to relocate, however when one brings their houseplants here from out of state, they usually find a whole new set of challenges for houseplant care.
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Houseplants are usually of a tropical variety, and our climate has nothing like the moist, temperate conditions of the rain forests. The main factor to consider with houseplants in the desert, is the moisture level of the soil. Plants will dry out much more quickly in the dry, hot conditions. You will likely need to water more frequently. Always check the soil before watering to make sure it really needs it. The location of your plant is a major factor in how quickly the soil will dry out. If it’s located in a dim, cool room it won’t need to be watered as frequently as one that sits in a window. - Why Yellow Leaves?
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Your plant has always looked great, but now it’s getting yellow leaves. You wonder what you’re doing wrong. Yellowing leaves can be as natural of an occurrence as animals shedding hair. Losing a few leaves from time to time is no cause for concern. It’s quite common for plants to lose a few older leaves when new growth comes in. Changes in the environment, such as temperature and lighting can also cause yellow leaves. Unless your plant continues to get several yellow leaves for more than a week or two, you probably have nothing to worry about.
If you have a yellowing plant, check to make sure it’s being watered properly. Check for any signs of insect infestation or disease. Do you see webs or a white substance? Are there any discolored or spotting leaves? This is something you should always monitor carefully. Check that the plant is getting proper lighting and isn’t near any vents or drafts. It’s very common for plants to react to seasonal or location changes. Plants usually recover from this within a few weeks. Just be sure to adjust your watering to the temperature changes. Many plants start to yellow as they recover from the types of problems discussed here. For example, if you give a big drink to a bone-dry plant, it will react. This is usually temporary.
Another cause of yellow leaves is age. An older plant is typically not going to do as well as it’s younger counterparts. Unfortunately there isn’t much remedy for this other than giving the plant your TLC. You may also consider giving the plant some fertilizer. Talk to a plant professional before using any fertilizer, and always follow the instructions carefully.