How much light do indoor plants need?
Succulents and cacti need continuous, daily sunlight. Plants with foliage need roughly 8 hours of light per day. The amount of light depends on the plants you are growing, so we suggest doing research on the specific plants you are growing.
Which indoor plants require low light?
Indoor plants that need little light could be good fits for locations where light is more dim. Some plants that require low light are:
Philodendron – A very common indoor plant that rarely attracts pests. It’s a hearty plant that is adaptable to various environments
Pothos or Devil’s Ivy- A plant with colorful and vibrant leaves. This plant does great in a variety of environments, thriving in low light or in bright, indirect light.
Dracaena– This is another popular indoor plant with long green leaves. This is one indoor plant you will want to prune if foliage gets too long.
Peace Lily- This plant thrives best when the soil is moist, but not overwatered. If you want flowers to appear on your peace lily plant, move your plant to a darker room.
How do you care for indoor plants?
Here are some tips that will help you care for indoor plants:
Keep potting soil moist- It’s important to make sure soil is not too wet nor too dry.
Make sure the plant pot has drainage holes in the bottom of the pot.
Place your plant near a light source, whether it’s natural or artificial.
Determine what species of plant you have so you can more accurately care for it.
What are some of the common reasons indoor plants die?
Some of the most common reasons plants die are:
- Overwatering or underwatering
- Light Levels (either not enough light or too much light)
- Neglect
How do I get rid of bugs on indoor plants?
Bugs on your indoor plants can be really annoying! If you spot pests, purchase a plant spray - there are many on the market. When you notice bugs, spray the entire plant – the undersides and tops of the leaves as well as the stem. Make sure you follow the instructions and check if the spray might be dangerous to children and animals before using.
How do I know when to water my indoor plant?
Over-watering is a common mistake, and you will want to make sure the plant actually requires water now or if it should wait until later. Here are some ways to see if it’s time to water:
Soil probe – This probe will measure the moisture at root level, which will help you understand how dry the soil is below the surface and water accordingly.
Lifting the plant up – Heaviness signifies the plant has enough water, but lightness signifies the plant is dry.
Wilting – Wilting typically happens because the plant is not getting sufficient water. Lift the plant to see if it is light in weight or if it’s heavy.
Tipping – If the leaf edges begin browning and are crispy to the touch, the plant likely needs water. If the leaf edges are becoming brown but feel mushy, the plant has likely been over watered.
Yellow leaves – Yellow leaves may also signify that a plant has too much or too little water, but this is not always the case and can be lack of feed - something like Baby Bio will help to keep plants green and lush all year round. Again make sure you follow the instructions on the pack.