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]]>All plants, even the ‘low-light tolerant’ ones, need light. However, most plants thrive in indirect light, so it’s best to keep them near a window.
Most soils that we use don’t have all the nutrients our plants need, so we need to provide those through fertilizers. Buy the right fertilizer and read the instructions on how often your plant needs fertilizing and make sure to stick to that schedule.
Proper drainage is critical because it prevents excess moisture that can cause your plant to root. To ensure adequate drainage it’s best to fill the bottom of your planter with stones, sprinkle charcoal on top and then add potting soil.
The frequency of watering really depends on so many factors – the type of plant, the quantity of light, humidity, season and so on. That’s why it’s important to study the needs of your houseplant, or if you’re forgetful, you can get one of those low maintenance plants such as ZZ plant or succulents.
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]]>All plants, even the ‘low-light tolerant’ ones, need light. However, most plants thrive in indirect light, so it’s best to keep them near a window.
Most soils that we use don’t have all the nutrients our plants need, so we need to provide those through fertilizers. Buy the right fertilizer and read the instructions on how often your plant needs fertilizing and make sure to stick to that schedule.
Proper drainage is critical because it prevents excess moisture that can cause your plant to root. To ensure adequate drainage it’s best to fill the bottom of your planter with stones, sprinkle charcoal on top and then add potting soil.
The frequency of watering really depends on so many factors – the type of plant, the quantity of light, humidity, season and so on. That’s why it’s important to study the needs of your houseplant, or if you’re forgetful, you can get one of those low maintenance plants such as ZZ plant or succulents.
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