Plant companions require a little less care than furry pets or small children. This is why they are a frequent purchase for someone looking to bring something to life without any pressure. If this sounds like you, consider using these top three tips for caring for your indoor plants. Enjoy the feeling of success when your green friends start thriving.
Watering Plants
Watering your plants may sound like a no-brainer, but if you’re not careful, too much or too little water can be detrimental to your indoor plants. Before purchasing a plant, take note of how much water it really needs. If you already own indoor plants but have forgotten their requirements, review their needs and write them down. While some may need moist soil, others can be content with soil that’s on the drier side. If you overwater your plant companion, it may soon be no more.
There are several meters that you can use to monitor moisture level for your plants. One of our favorites measures not only moisture, but pH and light.
Fertilizing Your Plants
Fertilizer will be dependent on each plant as well. Each plant varies in its size and speed of growth. However, it’s safe to say you can expect a growth spurt around spring and summer. This time of year is the wisest time to give your plants a healthy dose of a plant superfood: fertilizer. Keep in mind that, like watering, too much fertilizer can actually reduce your plant’s root growth instead of heightening it. Always be sure to check the label for how much nitrogen is in the fertilizer before placing it on each plant.
Pruning Your Plants
Pruning is a process that will happen year-round for indoor plants. A pair of pruning scissors will be best for the job due to their shape, size, and sharpness. However, pinching the plants with your nails will also work. Pruning and pinching allow you to remove older, overgrown, or dying parts of the plant. This allows for new growth and new life to sprout on the plant. This is an essential process to having healthy plant companions. Your indoor plants will thank you for your efforts when they come back healthier and stronger from following these top three tips for caring for them.
