Do you have an indoor garden but are unsure of how to take care of your indoor plants? Well, you’re not alone! Many people have this problem and aren’t sure how to make their garden flourish and grow to their expectations. Here are some tips on how to best take care of your indoor plants.
Light
The amount of light your plants receive is a key factor in determining how your plants will grow. The best plants for growing indoors are those that love indirect sunlight and only need about four hours of direct sunlight per day. If you have fewer than four hours of sunlight each day, you may want to look for low-light houseplants or grow light bulbs made specifically for indoor houseplants. Fluorescent lights can also be used inside a home, but remember that they’re generally not as bright as sunlight; when using fluorescent bulbs, place your plant closer so it gets enough light without being burned.
Watering Schedule
The first and most important step in taking care of your indoor plants is watering. Too much water and roots can become damaged or even die, but too little water will cause plants to wilt and turn yellow. To keep your plants healthy, set up a regular watering schedule so that your watering is consistent. If you have plants with different water needs, for example, the Rudraksha tree, add additional schedules for each type but keep them all in one location. This makes it easy for you (and anyone else) to check your calendar and always know when a plant needs a drink. Consistency helps prevent accidents!
Proper Drainage
When you’re shopping for a new plant, make sure there are drainage holes in its pot. This is important because water doesn’t just sit on top of the soil—it wicks down through it. If there aren’t any holes, water can stay in your pot for a long time and may rot or damage roots over time. This especially goes for larger pots that typically use more soil; since it takes longer for excess water to permeate through all that dirt, plants can suffer if proper drainage isn’t present. To remedy existing plants without drainage holes, drill some small additional ones before filling them with fresh soil.
Fertilizing
If you have indoor plants, chances are you’re using some kind of fertilizer. Here are a few pointers on how much and when: Get into a routine with your houseplants; an easy way is to fertilize in early spring when there’s new growth, and then again right before fall. (During winter, it’s unnecessary because there aren’t any natural light or growth cycles.) Once a month is sufficient, so long as you remember to water regularly between feedings. It’s also important not to overdo it—too much fertilizer can kill your plant! If you want more advice on how much and what type of fertilizer your plants will like best, consult a professional for expert advice.
Repotting
A common reason for lackluster plants is that they’re not getting enough nutrients. If a plant isn’t repotted frequently enough, its roots have time to grow wildly out of control and eventually use up all available nutrients. This makes a plant look scraggly and unkempt no matter how you water it. If your plant looks like it could use some TLC, grab your gloves (yes, you should wear them) and an appropriately sized pot. If your current pot doesn’t have drainage holes, place a layer of small rocks at the bottom before adding soil (otherwise water won’t drain properly). Fill halfway with good quality potting soil.
Avoid Placing in Drafts
When taking care of your indoor plants, avoid placing them in drafts. Drafts can dry out leaves faster than normal and make it hard for a plant to take in adequate amounts of moisture and nutrients. If you have air conditioning, ceiling fans, or vents in your home, then be sure not to place your plants under them as well. The fan can generate a lot of heat around it and that heat is not only uncomfortable for you but it will harm any living thing nearby. Make sure that you place indoor plants where they have enough access to natural light and warmth from the sun on a daily basis if at all possible; these are two very important elements when taking care of your indoor plants.
Take Good Care of Your Plants – They’ll Take Good Care of You!
Taking good care of your plants can have a positive effect on your mental health and well-being. Research indicates that indoor plants are beneficial for improving symptoms related to anxiety, depression, and overall stress levels. It’s not completely clear how or why plants improve our mental health; some research indicates that simply being around greenery reduces stress and helps us become more relaxed in general. Whatever your reason for adding houseplants to your home, you will want to take good care of them so they’ll take good care of you in return!
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