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We are your artistically extraordinary plant boutique and home goods store in Burbank, California. We offer a variety of indoor/outdoor plants, unique décor, natural crafts and art, accessories, and more. Whether you are looking for wall art, indoor plants, housewares, table décor, planters, baskets, pillows, or candleholders, we’ve got them. We also offer Private Shopping, Plant Consulting, Works

hops, Custom Arrangements, and Garden-To-Go kits so you can create on your own! We offer local delivery, curbside pickup and shipping nationwide.

06/03/2026

What no one tells you about bromeliads 🤫
☀️Light & Temp
Light: High-intensity, all day indirect light. Direct sun causes immediate tissue necrosis (sunburn). If the leaves are turning dark green, it’s starving; if they’re bleaching, it’s frying.
Temperature: Maintain 65°F–80°F. They tolerate heat but lose vigor below 60°F.
💦Watering
Tank: The center rosette is a specialized vascular organ. Keep it 3/4 full with distilled or rainwater. Flush the tank weekly to prevent mineral crystallization and bacterial rot.
Substrate: The root system is for anchorage, not deep hydration. Keep the media slightly moist, not saturated. If bottom watering, limit contact to 15 minutes. Never let the pot sit in a saucer of water.
🍴Feeding
It is best to forgo feeding altogether. if you feel that you must… use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer at 1/4 strength. Apply only to the soil. Fertilizer in the tank will cause chemical burn to the rosette’s sensitive tissues. Monthly during the growing season is sufficient.
😶‍🌫️Humidity
Needs >50% relative humidity. If you see crispy brown tips, it’s a humidity deficit or salt accumulation from tap water. Switch to reverse osmosis or rainwater immediately.
🪴Repotting
Avoid standard “potting soil” it promotes anaerobic conditions that kill epiphytic roots. Use a fast-draining mix: 60% orchid bark, 20% perlite, 20% coco coir. Only repot when the plant becomes top-heavy.
🌸Bloom Care & Propagation
Pruning: When the inflorescence fades, don’t cut the plant. Snip the spent stalk at the base with sterile shears. The mother plant will slowly decline while diverting energy to the base.
Separation: Wait until the pups reach 1/3 the size of the mother. Use a sterile, sharp blade to slice them away at the connection point. Pot into small, well-draining containers.
😩Common Issues
Crown Rot: Usually caused by leaving stagnant, mineral-heavy water in the tank for too long.
Soft/Mushy Leaves: A sign of overwatering the soil or poor drainage.
Stunted Pups: Usually caused by separating them before they’ve developed sufficient vascular independence from the mother.

05/31/2026

ULTIMATE BEGINNER BASIL CARE GUIDE
☀️ LIGHT
Basil is a sun-loving herb. Give it the brightest location possible with 6-8+ hours of direct sun daily. Morning sun is fantastic, a few hours of afternoon sun is usually fine, if outdoors. A grow light also works.
💧 WATER
Keep soil evenly moist but never soggy. Water thoroughly until water drains from the bottom, then allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry before watering again. Basil hates sitting in constantly wet soil. Distilled water or rainwater is best.
⬇️ BOTTOM WATERING
Bottom watering is the key to basil. Place the pot in a tray of water for 15-45 minutes and allow the soil to absorb moisture from below, then discard excess water.
🪴 THE BEST SOIL MIX
Basil grows best in a rich, airy, moisture-retentive soil that still drains well.
Try:
• 2 parts high-quality potting soil
• 1 part coco coir or peat moss
• 1 part perlite or pumice
This gives basil the perfect balance of moisture retention, airflow, and drainage for fast root growth.
🌱 FERTILIZER
Basil is a heavy feeder compared to many herbs. Feed every 2-4 weeks during active growth with a balanced liquid fertilizer such as 3-3-3, 5-5-5, or 10-10-10 diluted according to label directions. Fish emulsion, kelp fertilizer, and organic all-purpose fertilizers also work well.
Avoid overfertilizing, which can produce huge leaves with weaker flavor.
🌡️ TEMPERATURE
Basil thrives between 70-90°F. Growth slows below 60°F and temperatures below 50°F can cause damage. Frost will kill it.
💦 HUMIDITY
Basil appreciates moderate humidity. Grouping plants together can naturally increase humidity levels. Sunny kitchens, bathrooms, patios, and greenhouses are often ideal environments.
✂️ PRUNING
The secret to giant basil plants is pruning. Instead of harvesting individual leaves, cut stems just above a pair of leaves. Every cut creates two new branches, resulting in a fuller, bushier plant with dramatically more harvests.
🌸 REMOVE FLOWERS
As soon as flower buds appear, pinch them off. Flowering signals the plant to start making seeds instead of leaves. Removing flowers keeps basil producing tender, flavorful foliage for much longer.

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05/27/2026

ULTIMATE FERN CARE GUIDE:
☀️ LIGHT:
Ferns need BRIGHT light for most of the day to stay full and healthy.
Bright indirect light is ideal! I think near a bright window where the plant can “see” the sky most of the day.
Gentle direct morning sun is usually completely fine, and a small amount of softer late afternoon sun can also work indoors. The main thing to avoid is intense hot midday sun blasting the leaves for hours, especially through west-facing windows.
Outside, ferns often do amazing in bright shade or filtered light in warmer climates because outdoor shade is still much brighter than most indoor spaces.
Too little light causes sparse weak growth, stretched fronds, and slower recovery.
💧 WATER:
Keep the soil lightly moist, not soaking wet and not bone dry.
A good way to think about it: the soil should feel like a wrung-out sponge.
If you stick your finger into the soil, it should feel slightly cool and damp, but you should NOT be able to squeeze water out of it.
Water again once the very top layer starts feeling slightly dry, before the entire pot dries out. Use distilled water or rain water only.
🌫️ HUMIDITY:
Ferns love humid air because their thin leaves lose moisture quickly.
One of the easiest ways to increase humidity is grouping plants together. Plants naturally release moisture into the air through transpiration, so when multiple plants sit close together, they create a slightly more humid microclimate around themselves.
Sunny bathrooms and kitchens also work well because steam from showers, sinks, and cooking naturally raises air moisture levels throughout the day. And if your home has very dry air from AC or heaters, a humidifier helps by continuously adding moisture back into the air around the plant.

05/26/2026

🦉Bird’s Nest Fern
• Bright indirect light is best, but it can handle some gentle direct sun.
• Let the soil dry slightly between waterings.
• Never water directly into the center crown. Alwayswater around the base instead.
• Loves humidity and warmer rooms.
🪴Cast Iron Plant
• Handles low light, bright indirect light, and some direct sun.
• Let the soil dry between waterings.
• Very low maintenance and forgiving.
🕷️Spider Plant
• Likes bright indirect light but adapts well to lower light or some direct sun.
• Let the soil dry between waterings.
• Brown tips can happen from dry air, tap water minerals, or inconsistent waterings.
🌵Ric Rac Cactus
• Bright indirect light is ideal, but it can handle some direct sun once acclimated.
• Let the soil dry between waterings.

05/25/2026

It’s a bit suspicious that you can never get that grafted cactus to last, huh? 🌵

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+ Tansy present Plant Bingo 💘🪴This Sunday, come flirt, mingle, win plants, and maybe even meet your perfect match 👀 Whe...
05/21/2026

+ Tansy present Plant Bingo 💘🪴

This Sunday, come flirt, mingle, win plants, and maybe even meet your perfect match 👀 Whether you’re a certified plant parent or just here for the drinks and vibes, this is your sign to spend the evening surrounded by good people and even better greenery.

What to expect:
• Multiple rounds of bingo with prizes including rare cuttings, plants, gift cards, and more
• Complimentary light bites and adult beverages while you play
• A fun, low-pressure way to meet new people and get to enjoy LA’s favorite plant boutique after hours ✨

Tansy will stay open during the event so you can hang, shop, and connect all night long.

18+ only to participate.

TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plant-bingo-at-tansy-tickets-1988788091719

05/20/2026

Bottom water, lots of light, and chunky soil mix for a healthy happy string of pearls!

05/19/2026

ULTIMATE PEACE LILY CARE GUIDE 🪴

🌞Light:

Peace lilies need bright, indirect, all day sunlight to thrive! In the wild, they grow on the shaded rainforest floor, so too much direct sun will burn their leaves.
However, if you put them in a dark spot, they cannot properly complete photosynthesis, and they will stop producing growth. Find a spot near a window with filtered light or a few feet away from a very sunny window. I

💦Water

Peace lilies stay upright through internal water pressure. Because their large leaves lose moisture rapidly, the root system has to constantly pull water upward to maintain them. The catch is that while the soil needs to stay damp to support this, the roots are highly prone to rot. If the soil stays saturated, oxygen gets cut off, the roots fail, and the plant collapses.
Keep plant lightly moist. Also, skip the tap water! Use distilled water or rainwater instead.

🪏Soil

Because the roots require a perfect harmony of moisture retention and accesss to oxygen, regular indoor potting soil will cause them to fail over time.
Mixing standard potting soil with a generous amount of perlite and orchid bark creates the necessary oxygen pockets while keeping the environment damp but not muddy.

🪴Pot

A container with excellent drainage holes is absolutely non-negotiable. Terracotta is highly recommended for peace lilies because the clay is porous meaning that it pulls excess moisture away from the roots and helps prevent root rot.

🍴Feeding

Peace lilies are not heavy feeders, and over-fertilizing will quickly burn the roots and leaves. Only feed them in spring and summer. Use a balanced indoor plant fertilizer diluted to half strength, and apply it only once a month. Skip it entirely in the winter and fall.

😶‍🌫️Humidity

These plants are from tropical rainforests, they thrive on moisture and warm temperatures. Standard indoor heating and air conditioning dry out the air completely, forcing the plant to sweat out moisture faster than its roots can physically keep up. Keep them away from drafts and vents, and try to keep them in a naturally humid zone (like a bathroom or a kitchen)

We’ve got a lot of new followers around here so we’d like to reintroduce Tansy to everybody! Tansy is a plant, home good...
05/17/2026

We’ve got a lot of new followers around here so we’d like to reintroduce Tansy to everybody! Tansy is a plant, home goods, and gift shop in Burbank, California that opened in 2019. Tansy is owned and operated by a mom-daughter team Shawna & Ella. Shawna is a bit of an interior design guru and Ella knows all things plants. Our mission is to help make plant ownership a more sustainable practice (for you and the environment), and to help people bring warmth and beauty in to their homes.

Last year, we opened a second location in Newark, NJ so east coast friends visit us there 🙌 We also host lots of events, workshops, and other classes… the link to all of the upcoming events is in our bio!

We’re all about plants, creativity and community and we’re so happy that you’re here 🫶 Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for all the support. Now back to the plants! 🪴

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2120 W Magnolia Boulevard
Burbank, CA
91506

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Monday 11am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

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