Most people don't understand how much water a plat really needs. A lot of the time, watering a plant too much can kill it, so use this tip to check if your plant needs watering. Put your finger into the soil up to the first joint, and if it comes out dry, you need to water the plant.
Foliage plants usually require more nitrogen than flowering plants, which require K2O. Slow release fertilizers can be mixed with the compost, while certain plants, like cacti and orchids, need special fertilizer. Feed plants during their most active growth period.
Make sure to check the label to see what kind of environment your plant comes from. Some plants, like the spider plants need semi-shade, and can be put near a window that does not get a lot of sun, while others can only grow if they are in the sun at all times, and the environment is the most important part of plant growth.
Some houseplants can survive in cool or warm temperatures, but drastic changes in temperature may not be good for them. One thing that most plants cannot survive is gas heating. If you have a plant that thrives in warm conditions, don't put it near an air conditioner during the summer.
Some houseplants require a humid environment. One way to maximize humidity is to put the pot inside a larger pot and fill in the gaps with stones or compost to keep in the moisture. Grouping plants together often creates a microclimate that they will benefit from. Depending on the temperature, you can spray plants with water once or twice a day.
While a house plant can grow in a pot, some plants will eventually need to be re-potted or moved. Sometimes a re-potting is helpful, while sometimes it will disturb the plants and it will not take well. A great way to check it to upturn your plant. If all you see are roots,its time to re-pot! - 31813
Foliage plants usually require more nitrogen than flowering plants, which require K2O. Slow release fertilizers can be mixed with the compost, while certain plants, like cacti and orchids, need special fertilizer. Feed plants during their most active growth period.
Make sure to check the label to see what kind of environment your plant comes from. Some plants, like the spider plants need semi-shade, and can be put near a window that does not get a lot of sun, while others can only grow if they are in the sun at all times, and the environment is the most important part of plant growth.
Some houseplants can survive in cool or warm temperatures, but drastic changes in temperature may not be good for them. One thing that most plants cannot survive is gas heating. If you have a plant that thrives in warm conditions, don't put it near an air conditioner during the summer.
Some houseplants require a humid environment. One way to maximize humidity is to put the pot inside a larger pot and fill in the gaps with stones or compost to keep in the moisture. Grouping plants together often creates a microclimate that they will benefit from. Depending on the temperature, you can spray plants with water once or twice a day.
While a house plant can grow in a pot, some plants will eventually need to be re-potted or moved. Sometimes a re-potting is helpful, while sometimes it will disturb the plants and it will not take well. A great way to check it to upturn your plant. If all you see are roots,its time to re-pot! - 31813
