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INDOOR PLANTS CARE
Indoor plants seem to be a hard case for most of us. They look great in the beginning and then suddenly they start to loose their lively looks, usually they start loosing their leaves, turn yellow and eventually die.
Even though it is not easy to define all possible causes or combinations of causes that lead to indoor plants dying, some basic rules apply in taking care of them.
Watering:
More plants die form over watering or over fertilizing. Don´t water by the calendar and don´t expect your plants to require the same amount of water throughout the year. Both the plants’ growth period and the weather affect how much water is needed by the plant. The best way to tell if a plants needs water is very simple: Stick your finger in the soil about an inch, if it feels moist, don´t water.
Soil:
Plants root must have air, food and water. Soil must be porous enough to allow drainage of excess water and to let oxygen reach the roots.
Fertilizing:
Over fertilizing is a major cause for damaging, even killing indoor plants. Always follow the manufacturer´s instructions.
Humidity:
Since most of our indoor plants are tropical, they like humidity. Inside they will often suffer from lack of humidity. Humidity can be increased by giving a “sponge bath” every now and then (which also serves to remove dust buildup) or by spraying them with water by using small sprayers or even a window cleaner sprayer.
Light:
Indoor plants require less light that outdoor plants. They should not be exposed to direct sunlight for too long as this may damage the leaves. Keep them in a spot where they will get plenty of light. Since plants tend to lean towards the light, a good idea is to rotate their pots every now and then in order to avoid uneven growth or permanent leaning. If you see elongated growth on your plant, it needs more light.