My Balcony Garden and Indoor Plant Collection
Bringing a bit of nature into urban Bangalore homes. Here is how I set up my own green corner, from low-light indoor foliage to vibrant balcony blooms.
Even if you do not have a balcony, you can create a green sanctuary. This is a peek at my indoor plant collection, featuring low-light plants that are perfect for adding life to any corner of your home.
The vibrant colors of a Coleus plant next to a Dieffenbachia. Choosing plants with contrasting foliage is a great way to create visual interest in your indoor or balcony garden arrangement.
A close-up of the beautiful, geometric leaves of a Zamia plant. Its resilience and unique texture make it a wonderful addition to any plant collection, and it is quite low-maintenance.
A happy bunch of Zinnia flowers blooming in a pot. These are fantastic for adding a splash of color to your balcony and are relatively easy to grow from seed, giving you flowers all summer long.
About this collection
I focus on what actually works in your specific lighting conditions, whether it's a windy balcony or a dim indoor shelf. I do not just suggest plants; I show you how to maintain them using homemade bio-enzymes made from kitchen waste, helping you avoid chemical fertilizers entirely.
Growing plants in the city is a process, and yes, I have lost my fair share of plants before figuring out what works. When I help you set up your garden, I prioritize plants that thrive in our local weather. For indoor spaces, we focus on foliage like Dieffenbachia, Peace Lilies, or Zamioculcas that handle low light well. If you have a sunny balcony, we can bring in color with Zinnias or resilient flowering shrubs.
My approach is entirely low-chemical and sustainable. We will focus on creating potting mixes that drain well and using bio-enzymes—made from lemon and onion peels—to feed your soil naturally. It is all about reusing what you already have, upcycling old containers, and keeping maintenance fuss-free. Whether you want a one-time consultation to audit your current plant health or a full-scale balcony makeover where I handle the procurement and setup, we will build a green corner that is actually manageable for your lifestyle.
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Hi, I am Deepanshi. I am a yoga teacher, but you will mostly find me covered in soil on my balcony. I love showing people that you do not need a massive garden or expensive equipment to live green.
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