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Best Low Maintenance Plants For Your Apartment!

Love plants and the vibrancy it brings to your home but find them too high maintenance? No worries! Here are some hardy indoor plants that will be perfect in your home! Golden Devil’s Ivy (Pothos)- This vine plant has been one of the top indoor plants for some time. It does not require direct sunlight, is known to clean and purify the air, and only needs to be watered once a week or every two weeks. You can additionally manipulate the vines that grow from this plant, and the use of clips for climbing plants makes this plant into a large, vibrant, décor in your home! Ponytail Palm- This unique plant is easy and is a striking décor in any home. This plant is very popular indoors and is extremely forgiving. This plant does thrive in bright light but does not require much water at all. This plant is considered a succulent and only needs at most water every two weeks during its growing season. Snake Plant- This plant is known to be a hearty and forgiving indoor plant that requires little sunlight to survive. You only need to water this plant every two weeks and in winter months only once a month. Additionally, these plants are very easy to propagate and only require time. Ferns- Ferns are hardy plants that require dim light. These plants can filter the air and remove any harsh pollutants. These plants are more native to humid environments, so they will need to be misted twice a week and watered when the topsoil feels dry. There are thousands of species of ferns, so make sure your fern is meeting its watering requirements. These are just a few species of plants that thrive indoors and the options are endless. Plants not only add color, personality, and uniqueness to the décor placed in your home, but they can be beneficial to your health! Please become familiar with the species of plant in your home to meet their watering requirements, soil requirements, and the safety of your pets. Some plant species are poisonous to pets if consumed.

Sweet Scented Stays

When living in an apartment you may have to follow certain rules like no candles or open flames. But what if you are wanting to spruce of the smell of your apartment? We're here to give you the best ways to keep your apartment smelling fresh without the flame.

How to Throw a BIG Party in a Small Apartment

Ever thought about throwing a party in your apartment? Does it feel too small for your guest list? Well, we have all the tips and tricks on how to do it! Create an Open House If you want to have lots of your friends over, but don't feel like they can all fit. Create enough space by lengthening the time of the party. Invite guests to arrive between the hours of 5:00 and 9:00. This ensures that people will be coming and going throughout the night and the turnover will make sure that guests are passing by. Make Space Sometimes we think that we need enough chairs to sit all of our guests, but the truth is, not everyone needs a seat! Folding chairs everywhere can actually limit space for guests. Party hosts must accept that some guests will have to stand. Usually, by their own choice. You can also push all of the existing furniture to the walls so there are more areas to mingle. If you have a patio open the door and let guests flow to that space as well. Double Duty Repurpose your existing furniture for the night. You can use your office desk and side tables as a place to serve your snacks. Shower rods double as coat racks and windowsills double as drink holders. Your coffee table becomes your dining table and throw pillows and rugs become your chairs. Don't be afraid to get creative. Set the Mood Not every party needs tons of decorations to be a success. Keep it simple by adding a vase of flowers on the counter, hanging up twinkle lights, throw on some low music, or add a few herbs to spice up your platters. It is the small details that truly matter. Clear the Clutter Get rid of anything on the counters to make space for the party and food. You can store it inside the oven, in the cupboards, under beds, and in the closets. Any extra décor can be set aside. But you are probably wondering where you are going to cook the food. Don't worry we will get to that! Feeding the Crowd We recommend sticking to finger foods and at room temperature. This is going to be your charcuterie boards, prepared meats, cheeses, olives, crackers, fruit, and vegetables. Your guests can graze all night. Make sure to put the food out in clusters throughout the space so not everyone is in the same place at once. We also recommend having one specialty drink for the night.

Must Have Apartment Amenities

Looking for the perfect apartment complex to call home? Here's our list of MUST HAVE amenities when looking for an apartment. 1. 24 Hour Clubhouse A 24 hour clubhouse is great place to come if you need to speak with management, get out of the house, or relax. The Falls has a resident coffee station available to you at any time. You can watch tv in every room, sit by our fireplace, and even take your conference calls. 2. Club Room Club rooms are the ideal place to throw parties, hang out with friends, and attend resident events. Our clubroom even has a kitchen with stove, fridges, and a sink. Right outside the doors to the clubroom you will find a resident grilling station that is also open 24 hours. BBQ away! 3. Game Room No club house is complete without a game room. Ping ping, air hockey, and billiards are a perfect way to add fun to your apartment stay. You can bring family and friends to use this room whenever you’d like. Take a load off of your day and play! 4. Gym & Yoga Room If fitness is one of your goals then you would enjoy a gym and yoga room to your disposal at any time. Day and night The Falls keeps fresh towels and granola bars stocked for our residents use. Our machines and equipment are state of the art and sanitized frequently. 5. Pool Swimming in the summer time is an absolute must! Beat the heat with a nice swimming pool equipped with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and daybeds. 6. Year Round Jacuzzi The name says it all. We have a jacuzzi that is open year round. Perfectly nestled under a lighted overhang, you will enjoy the soothing and massaging effects it has. You can take a spa day in our jetted hot tub at home, even when it's snowing outside. 7. Free Covered Parking Some complexes make you pay for parking, which is no fun. Here, each apartment gets their own covered parking spot that is reserved and numbered included in their rent. There is also plenty of extra parking space throughout the property so you and your guests can enjoy time together. 8. Biking/Walking Trails We are unique in the fact that we are located next to the Snake River and Idaho's famous Falls. These paths take you all the way there. It is great for outdoor exercise of not only yourselves, but also your pets. These walkways span for miles and even give you access to the downtown area. 9. Pet Friendly The Falls understands how much your furry friends are like family. That's why we are a pet friendly property! You will be happy to note that we also have doggy bag stations throughout the property for easy cleanup. We also have complimentary carpet cleaning that is done before and after all residents move in/out. 10. Great Location To let you in on a little secret, we have the best view in town of the 4th of July firework show. We are also conveniently located by one of the largest companies here called the Idaho National Lab. Their drop off site is only about 10 minutes away. The 1-15 freeway is also right next door.

Make Any Apartment Feel Larger

The Falls' Top Four Ways to Make Any Apartment Feel Larger 1. One of the best ways to make a space feel bigger is by using mirrors. Mirrors add instant space without having to do anything, all the work is done for you. Tricking the eye to instantly make the space more roomy. 2. Another great way to add space is by adding large art or frames on the walls. In doing so, you make the walls feel bigger. Statement pieces are a must. 3. As odd as it may sound, pulling furniture away from the walls can actually create a more welcoming space that feels as though there is more room. This creates areas throughout your apartment that are designated, inviting, and proportionate. 4. The right set of curtains can also go a long way. Make sure you get some that go all the way to the floor to add the illusion of length. Try to go for a natural fabric that blends well with the color scheme of the room.

Perfect Patio Picks

Patios are a must have at any apartment. Luckily, here at The Falls Apartments, every unit has a patio space included! There's so much you can do with the space so we wanted to give you a few ideas on how to spruce them up and make them your own. 1. Add some outdoor furniture or chair sets 2. Hang up bulb lights or twinkling lights from the ceiling/railings 3. Potting plants and flowers or maybe even garden 4. Setting up a hammock for an elevated view and comfort 5.Try some floor pillows if you are going for a bohemian look 6. Put up a privacy wall to make the space more intimate 7. Experiment with a daybed so you can relax outside 8. Utilize outdoor rugs to add character and keep clean 9. Create a pet space for your furry friends to enjoy 10. Decorate with your favorite accessories