Terrain: The Houseplant Book

“Terrain: The Houseplant Book shows us how to smash the expected and break new ground… . Gorgeous.”—Sunset “An informative and inspiring guide to collecting and growing plants at home.”—Gardenista “[A] comprehensive guide to houseplants… . Lowrie covers all the bases, and delivers a survey that’s encyclopedic but not overwhelming.”—Publishers Weekly “My journey in greenery began when I first visited Terrain back in 2011. Seeing the beauty they created, curating and designing spaces with plants, inspired me to start down the path I’m on today. Their team is among the absolute best at understanding and caring for plants, and this book is a must-have!”

—Hilton Carter, author of Wild at Home, Wild Interiors, and Wild Creations

“In their comprehensive tome, Lowrie and the Terrain team have expertly captured not only the houseplant zeitgeist but also the heart and soul of the industry by highlighting some of the most iconic growers in the United States. Sumptuous photos—all done in the impeccable Terrain style—will have your tongue wagging and heart fluttering. Two green thumbs up!”

—Summer Rayne Oakes, producer of YouTube’s Plant One on Me and author of How to Make a Plant Love You

Melissa Lowrie is the divisional merchandise manager of plants and garden for Terrain. An industry leader with over twenty-five years of experience in the home and garden space, Lowrie got her start at Waterloo Gardens, a family-owned garden center in Chester County, Pennsylvania. She joined the Terrain team at its launch in 2008, and worked as a buyer, floral designer, and photo stylist for the brand prior to taking on her current role. She lives with her partner, artist and designer Wen Blankenship, and their two spotted pups, Jasper and Ru, in Philadelphia s Germantown neighborhood.