Easy to remember. I place each plant in a saucer, water until there is a little bit of water coming out of the bottom of the pot, let sit and absorb for a few hours. Empty the saucer if there are still lots of water left by next day – this prevents root rot. Pin it! 3.Best...
While light spectrum is obviously an important factor, so is light intensity – too much or too little will cause plant problems and growth issues. Watts, lumens, LUX, and foot candles, confusing, I know. The basics are as follows, watts are not the light output but rather the rate of ...
Great for plant beginners Cons Direct light will burn the leaves Water:Once a week With fronds that resemble the shape of a rabbit’s foot (a well-knowngood-luck charm), the rabbit foot fern thrives in indirect light with plenty of humidity. If you have a window in your bathroom, that...
You may need a supplemental lighting for proper plant growth. When you can’t get the optimal amount of light, you need to arrange for alternate growing lighting fixtures. These artificial light fixtures provide enough light and the right kind of light, enabling plants to grow, flowers to bloo...
1. Arrowhead Plant Botanical name:Syngonium podophyllum Arrowheadusually thrives in a humid climate and can grow fast in a vase. It likes bright light but can not sustain direct sunlight. 2. Hosta Botanical name:Hosta Hostascome in a variety of sizes, textures, and colors. Just place the cu...
This purple geo plant boasts glossy and thick little leaves, similar to a rubber tree. The round leaves have a slightly purple coloring, ideal for breaking up all of the green in your houseplant collection. Easy to care for, this plant loves indirect light and minimal watering, only when ...
If your plants require bright light to do well, make sure to provide it. You should also rotate light-craving plants on a regular schedule to ensure that one side doesn’t get the lion’s share of light.If you don’t rotate them, you can wind up with a crooked plant that has a ...
If your plant leaves turn brown, it’s probably because you are watering them too much. Also, excess water in the planter can transfer infection and pests to nearby plants. The general rule of thumb is to stick your finger into the soil. If it comes out wet, don’t water the plant....
Along with intense sunlight, high temperatures can exacerbate the effects of sunburn. The combination of intense light and heat can lead to the development of blackened or scorched areas on the leaves. Solution:Provide shade or move the plant to a more shaded location. If you keep it near a...
As a houseplant, it stays just a few feet tall, and grows slowly, needing almost no care at all. It can live for months without watering, so you can go on vacation and not worry about it at all. Sago Palm The Sago Palm Tree is another ‘palm that is not a palm at all’, but...