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Valentine Plants

Roses are red...and so are anthuriums, gloxinias, cyclamen and dozens more.

Why not take a departure from the traditional. Give a long-lasting reminder of your adoration. And, be sure to treat yourself to one of these living bouquets, too.

Don't dismiss miniature roses. These petite blooms can be enjoyed now, then planted in your outdoor garden in spring. They're easier to grow than you may think. Get all the how-tos here and enjoy your mini roses year after year.

Want something tropical? Big, ruffled blooms of hibiscus bring thoughts of the warm, sunny days ahead. And, for something exotic, check out lipstick plant -- a lush, trailing plant with spectacular blooms.

Take a look at the Tropical and Exotic House Plants from ProFlowers. You'll find plenty to love about these gorgeous plants.

Planning a Garden? Start Here.

Indoor Azalea Care Tips - Planting, Growing, Pruning Azaleas

Florist's azalea care tips for growing azaleas as house plants. Get tips for growing, pruning and fertilizing azaleas indoors.

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Swiss Cheese Plant - Monstera deliciosa - Picture, Care Tips

Lush and bold, Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera deliciosa) makes a good accent if you have the space. Find a plant profile, picture and care tips here.

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Indoor Gardenia Care Tips - Gardenia jasminoides

Gardenia care tips for indoor house plants. What to do about flower bud drop, yellow leaves, plus how to get the most blooms. Discover Gardenia jasminoides care for growing gardenias indoors.

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Chinese Evergreen Plant - Aglaonema hybrids - Picture, Care Tips

Chinese Evergreen plant is easy to grow, and tolerant of low light and low humidity. House plant profile, picture and care tips.

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Indoor Plant Lights

Discover your options for indoor plant lights. From single-plant LEDs to multi-tier light stands, you'll find just the right indoor garden lights.

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False Aralia Plant - Dizygotheca elegantissima - Care Tips, Picture

False aralia plant has narrow, serrated leaflets that give it a lacy appearance. Find a picture, profile and house plant care tips for false aralias here.

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Lipstick Plant Care Tips - Aeschynanthus lobbianus

Easy-care Lipstick Plant is ideal for a hanging basket. Lipstick Plants long, trailing vines are thickly covered with leaves and red, tubular flowers.

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Donkey's Tail, Burro's Tail - Sedum morganianum - Succulent Care Tips

The weight of this succulent plant's leaves cause them to overlap like the coarse hair of a donkey's tail. Find a picture, profile, and succulent care tips here.

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