When it comes to taking care of their plants, many people worry a lot. There's nothing to worry about when talking about house plants. You only need to think about a few things.
- To water
Every garden needs at least one watering can. To make sure your plants get enough water, you should buy the one with a narrow spout. But that isn't always the case, so the finger test could be useful. Put your index finger into the ground up to the first joint. If the soil seems to be wet, don't water it. If not, do it.
- Feeding
When it comes to plants with leaves, they must always be high in nitrogen. On the other hand, plants that flower need K2O. Slow-release fertilisers can be mixed in with the compost. But plants like cacti and orchids need to be fed in a special way. Feed plants when their growth is at its fastest.
- The light
Sanseveria and Aspidistra are two plants that don't need shade. They don't have to be near a window. Spider plants need semi-shade. You can put these plants near a window that gets sun or one that doesn't. Some plants, like cheeseplants, need sun or none at all.
- Temperature
When it comes to houseplants, they can live in temperatures between 15 and 250 C or 55 and 750 F. But it might not be good for them if the temperature changes a lot.
- Humidity
Some houseplants require a humid environment. One way to increase humidity is to put the pot inside a bigger pot and fill the spaces between them with rocks or compost. The compost won't become dry. When plants are grouped together, they can make their own weather. You can also use this tip to keep the soil moist. Depending on the temperature, you can spray them with water once or twice a day if you want to.
- Putting away
Some plants grow best when they are moved to a new pot, but this idea may not work for all plants. They wouldn't want their roots to be moved, especially if the root systems of other plants are small. You can turn your plant upside down to see if it needs a new pot. Tap the pot to get the plant out so you can look at its roots. If you can only see the roots, repot the plant.
You just need to give your plants a little care, and in return you'll get the benefits. Not only can your garden add to the beauty of your home, but it can also teach you how to respect and care for all kinds of life.
