By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping, Outdoor Landscaping

Remaining at the forefront of landscape design requires ongoing education on critical shifts in our industry. At John Mini, we educate and promote the use of native plants in lieu of invasive plants. Our team hosts educational seminars that range from topics in landscape practice, nature, horti... read more.

• April 16, 2024

By George Axiotakis, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

I was tempted to title this article, “Time to Plantsplain™” I like plants enough to occasionallyhang around exotic plant websites and Facebook plant groups. Probably the most commonquestion(s) go like this: Why is my plant stretching/yellowing/dropping leaves? Theaccompanying pics... read more.

• March 15, 2022

By George Axiotakis, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

So you want that gorgeous plant that you saw at your office, or a client's office, or in a building atrium. More and more, businesses see the real benefits of greening their spaces. John Mini uses a wide variety of tropicals to beautify indoor spaces, including palms, exotic figs, lush aroids and to... read more.

• January 10, 2020

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

The incredible convenience of digital technology has introduced some unintended stressors to our lives sometimes called “technostress,” a disorder caused by an inability to deal healthfully with new computer technologies. Researchers, however, are learning that interaction with indoor pl... read more.

• December 20, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

From improving mental health and increasing creativity to cleaning air and reducing noise, indoor planting seems to have an endless range of benefits. And studies are backing that up. “Plants can efficiently remove pollutants and improve indoor air quality,” says one group of researchers... read more.

• December 02, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

An impressive outdoor landscape is a must for your business, but no need to stop there. Adding indoor landscaping provides great benefits such as increased well-being and productivity for employees, added color and interest, and a comfortable environment for occupants. There are countless ways to ad... read more.

• July 30, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping, Outdoor Landscaping

Mental health is important, to say the least. It’s a part of our lives that needs to be taken seriously, and unfortunately, there are still people today that ignore it. Some see therapists and take medicine, while others find natural ways to help themselves. For example, we all know when you g... read more.

• June 26, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

When you walk into your office, you don’t want to dread being there, especially on Mondays. Plants are proven to make the office a more pleasant place to be, mentally and physically. Being around plants in the office reduces stress, enhances productivity, boosts creativity, and more. John Mini... read more.

• June 19, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping, Outdoor Landscaping

Roses, tulips, and other types of flowers are a normal gift for mom on Mother’s Day, but what about Father’s Day? Some dads enjoy plants too, especially if they enjoy gardening! If dad has younger children or grandchildren, gardening is a great hobby for them to do together. Skip the typ... read more.

• June 10, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

Summer weather means it’s time for a change. Switching up your indoor plants with the seasons will mirror nature and keep the office fresh rather than stagnant. John Mini Distinctive Landscape suggests these flowers to kick off your summer:  ... read more.

• May 21, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

Mother’s Day is approaching fast! Flowers and plants are always a great go-to gift. With so many varieties to choose from, you could gift these to your mother every year and still keep things fresh. Although any kind of flower and plant is beautiful enough to give to mom, many of them obtain t... read more.

• April 29, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

Every day should be Earth Day! Our Earth is our home, which we should treat with care. After all, we only have one world to live on. Use this day to commit to a greener you by participating in these ideas for your place of work. Plant a GardenPlant some colorful flowers and plants somewhere near yo... read more.

• April 03, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

Welcoming Front Entrance The front entrance of your office should be noticeable and welcoming. For every season there are different ways to keep an attractive entrance way. For the upcoming warmer months, consider rotating new spring flowers into the mix. Big, healthy bushes on each side of your bus... read more.

• March 11, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

  Spring is coming so this means you should start preparing the outdoor area of your office for the nice weather. The transition period from Winter to Spring can seem muddy and dead, but by preparing now, you won’t have to worry about your landscape looking sad once Spring hits. Clean u... read more.

• February 25, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

We all know that office plants look nice, but did you know that they can actually boost creativity, improve mood, and increase productivity? It’s true, your office can become happier and accomplish more with a few strategically located plants.   Desk PlantsThe choice of desk plant is go... read more.

• February 08, 2019

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

2018 was an amazing year for us at John Mini Distinctive Landscapes. We completed some amazing projects and we continue to work with our wonderful clients. In 2019, we have some big things in the works, and we’d like to share with you what we think the defining office landscape trends of this... read more.

• December 29, 2018

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

Your landscape says a lot about who you are. Make sure to put in the extra care that your area deserves. A luxurious landscape is all about making your space comfortable to use and pleasing to the eye, not about breaking the bank. Focus on the Entry The front entryway will be used by many people t... read more.

• November 12, 2018

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

Plants have the ability to enhance the appearance of your office, and can also improve health and productivity. However, choosing the right plants isn't easy as there are a lot of details to consider. SpaceJust like humans, plants need plenty of space to thrive. Good airflow is especially essential... read more.

• September 21, 2018

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping

Want to add a little green to your landscape but have a small space? There’s no need to worry because we can create highly functional and beautiful designs, regardless of size! Small spaces do require a bit more creativity with their design, but it is important to note that with the right des... read more.

• September 05, 2018

By John Mini Distinctive Landscapes, Posted in Indoor Landscaping, Outdoor Landscaping

Go behind the scenes and see how a living wall can breathe life back into your space. Living walls are sure to make a statement visually. They also make a huge impact that may not be seen, but is sure to be felt. Green walls improve air quality and create healthy environments, but how do they do it... read more.

• April 03, 2018