Want your plants to thrive?
Here’s what not to do.
Growing plants can be incredibly rewarding.
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After all, its nice to have a home full of beautiful, thriving plants.
Their colors and unique features can make a room feel complete.
This could be the result of some common mistakes almost everyone makes with their houseplants.
Here are some plant pitfalls to avoid, according to the pros.
You must know exactly how to care for your plant and consistently take care of it.
There is no winging it for 90 percent ofcommon houseplants," Bendall explains.
Most plants need different watering schedules and there is not always a one-size-fits-all.
Use distilled, sodium-free water because salt buildup is poisonous for almost all houseplants.
This is an easy fix.
Just buy those gallon jugs of distilled water or boil your own and use it 24 hours after boiling.
Set a reminder so that you’re able to remember every few months to fertilize your plants.
If you’re not sure how often to fertilize your specific plant, look up the recommended cadence.
Keep in mind that many house plants should not be fertilized during the winter months.
This can also determine what room you put your plant in.
It really makes all the difference, Bendall says.
Southeast sunlight exposure is not as strong as northwest, for example.
you better know where the sun is coming from during what time of day.
But you could just be giving up too early, according to the horticulturist.
Some grow so slowly they might not fill the space as fast as you would have hoped.
Not Repotting
Notrepotting a plantas it ages or grows bigger can be a big mistake.
Soil ages poorly because it erodes over time.
Water can also impact soil, Bendall says.
Plants are living things.
Temperature affects their health, especially if a plant’s origins are in a hot or cold climate.
You wouldnt want to keep them in a place that would freeze or burn them to death.
Ultimately, you’re better off repotting your plant in a container with holes.
Not Paying Attention to the Seasons
Just like us, plants have different needs in different seasons.
