Caring for Your Plants Made Easy!
Keep your plants thriving with these helpful tips.
Watering
- Water most of our plants 1-2 times a week. For a 6-inch potted plant, use about half a cup of water, and for an 8-inch potted plant, use 1 cup. Remember, it's always better to under-water than over-water.
Watering Tips
- If the top inch of the soil feels dry, it's time to water.
- Lift the plant: if it feels light, it needs water. If it's heavy, skip watering.
- Curling leaves are a sign that the plant needs water.
- If leaves are turning brown or yellow, adjust your watering schedule.
- Don't let plants sit in standing water for too long—this can lead to root rot.
- If a plant is very dry and droopy, give it a bottom soak. Place the pot in a saucer or bucket filled with water, allowing the plant to absorb water through the drainage holes for 20-30 minutes. Then remove it from the water.
Cleaning the Plants
- Remove any fallen leaves from the soil to keep it tidy.
- Trim off brown or yellow leaves to promote healthy growth.
- Gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and water spots, helping the plant absorb more light.
Pest Control
- Check your plants weekly for common pests like spiders, gnats, aphids, and mealybugs.
- Use a cloth to remove webs and keep an eye out for any insects.
- If you find pests, isolate the plant from others and apply an appropriate insecticide as directed.
- Ensure good air circulation and avoid overwatering to reduce the risk of pests.
Repotting
- If roots are growing out of the bottom of the pot, it’s time to repot the plant.
- Steps to repot:
- Choose a pot that is 2 inches larger than the current one.
- Gently loosen the roots with your fingers or a stick to help them grow into the new soil.
- If the new pot doesn’t have drainage holes, add a layer of small stones or rocks to the bottom for proper drainage.
- Add a little fresh soil to the bottom of the pot before placing the plant.
- Position the plant in the center of the new pot and fill in around it with fresh soil.
- Leave about 1 cm of space between the top of the soil and the rim of the pot to prevent water from overflowing when you water.
Enjoy your thriving plants!