Top Benefits of Green Walls: Home Edition

Last week we discussed the benefits of building living walls into the work space, and there were plenty. Turns out, a lush framework of growing plants does everything from detoxify the air (leading to more green credits) to enhancing employee… Read More about Top Benefits of Green Walls: Home Edition »

Top Benefits Of Green Walls: Office Edition

The results are in, and boy are they conclusive: Working with plants around is good for you. Workplaces as varied as car dealerships and hospitals and corporate parks are embracing green walls, putting living plant systems in their lobbies,… Read More about Top Benefits Of Green Walls: Office Edition »

Decking The Halls With Our Holiday Installs

We love transforming spaces any time of year, but during the holidays? It’s our absolute favorite time for a decor makeover, with plants and other floral decor playing the starring role. This year, Marlene, a member of our holiday… Read More about Decking The Halls With Our Holiday Installs »

New Year, New Look

We’re all familiar with the refrain, “New Year, New You!” which we use in abundance in the weeks after January 1. But we here at Beneva Plantscapes think that attitude can just as easily be applied to revitalizing… Read More about New Year, New Look »

Plants Make Great Holiday Gifts

Flowers are indispensable when it comes to the holidays – we all know that. We offer them as gifts and grace our tables, mantels and entryways with them as seasonal decor. But what about plants? Durable, green, fresh and vibrant,… Read More about Plants Make Great Holiday Gifts »

Epic Living Walls and Plant Frames

Vertical garden systems - those living green walls you see in interior design magazines or gracing the exterior of your favorite cutting-edge restaurant - aren't just for looks. This unique architectural feature provides more practical benefits than you may think, positively impacting everyone from dementia patients to elementary school students and even influencing the future of agriculture (Horticulture Week notes that the UK is already considering how walls might contribute to their food supply). Here in Sarasota, Selby Gardens plans to incorporate living walls in their ten-year, $67 million transformation, an addition that follows a city-wide trend of restaurants, businesses, hotels, homes and more greening up their vertical spaces. Read More about Epic Living Walls and Plant Frames »

Living Plants Infuse Natural Element into Sarasota New Construction

Sarasota is a town enjoying its popularity. Always known for its beautiful beaches and charming downtown, we have now been discovered for arts, culture, dining, and much more. The sleepy little beach town has grown up, and the latest wave of new construction downtown is evidence of its appeal. In the last three years alone, nearly 1,300 hotel rooms have been added within a few city blocks of Main Street. Touting trendy names such as Aloft Hotel, Sarasota Quay and Sarasota Modern, this new wave of accommodations is state of the art, and a perfect fit for the natural paradise which surrounds our town. Read More about Living Plants Infuse Natural Element into Sarasota New Construction »

South Florida Flowers & Plants

In south Florida, our seasons do not seem to cooperate and follow the calendar. In fact, if you have moved to the Sarasota area from another part of the country, it can be a bit difficult to adjust to the subtle changes that the locals call "seasons". What you may consider "spring" in South Floridagenerally consists of April and perhaps a few days in May. So when looking for landscaping ideas for this time of year, it is likely best to move right into what will thrive in summer. Keeping that in mind, here are some flowers you may wish to consider when landscaping borders, walkways, or beds in your yard. Need Help? The experts at Beneva Plantscapes have a depth of knowledge regarding the right plants to use for indoor or outdoor spaces - taking into account light, temperature, and time of year. Read More about South Florida Flowers & Plants »

Scene Magazine Plant Install & Interior Design

Green plants transform an office in many ways. Not only do they add beauty and energy to the space, but they also have many health and productivity benefits. They help to detoxify and purify the air, to enhance… Read More about Scene Magazine Plant Install & Interior Design »

Incorporating An Edible Living Wall

The trend towards clean eating and organic food sources continues to gain momentum, both when at home and dining out. It only makes sense that living walls are gaining in popularity as well. Architects, designers, restaurants and homeowners are all… Read More about Incorporating An Edible Living Wall »