PLANT CARE GUIDE

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Everything you need to help your indoor plants thrive — simple, seasonal care tips crafted for houseplant lovers at every stage of their journey.

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CARE FUNDAMENTALS

The Basics of Plant Care

Master these four essentials and your houseplants will flourish. Simple, practical guidance for happy, healthy greenery.

Light

Place most houseplants in bright, indirect light near a window. Rotate the pot every couple of weeks so growth stays even on all sides.

Water

Let the top inch of soil dry out before watering again. Overwatering is the most common cause of trouble, so err on the drier side.

Humidity

Tropical plants love moisture in the air. Mist the leaves, group plants together, or use a pebble tray to keep humidity up.

Fertilizing

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every few weeks in spring and summer. Ease off in the cooler months when growth slows down.

CARE TIPS

Common Plant Care Questions

Yellow leaves are usually a sign of overwatering, so let the top inch of soil dry out before watering again. It can also be caused by too little light or natural aging of older, lower leaves. Move the plant somewhere brighter and check that the pot drains well.

For fungus gnats, let the soil dry out more between waterings and use yellow sticky traps to catch the adults. For spider mites, wipe down the leaves and spray with a diluted neem oil or insecticidal soap every few days. Isolate the affected plant so the pests don't spread to your other greenery.

Most houseplants only need repotting every one to two years, ideally in spring when they're actively growing. Signs it's time include roots poking out of the drainage holes or circling the surface, and water running straight through. Choose a pot just one size larger and refresh with fresh, well-draining potting mix.

Crispy brown tips are usually caused by low humidity or inconsistent watering. Try misting the leaves, grouping plants together, or setting the pot on a pebble tray to boost moisture in the air. A build-up of minerals from tap water can also cause it, so switch to filtered or rainwater if the problem persists.

Overwatered plants tend to have soft, yellowing leaves and soggy soil that stays wet for days. Underwatered plants show dry, drooping, or curling leaves with soil that's pulled away from the edges of the pot. When in doubt, stick your finger an inch into the soil, water only when it feels dry, and always make sure the pot can drain freely.

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