Check that when you are watering, your soil is getting thoroughly saturated and you’re removing any excess water that has drained down into your outer pot. Now that your plant is actively growing, it will require more water. Factors such as hours of daylight, temperature, and proximity to indoor heating or cooling elements can affect the amount of moisture your indoor plants need. ✔️ Adjust WateringĪny change in season may bring changes in the watering needs of your houseplants.
Choose the right fertilizer for each plant, some need special ingredients or nutrients. The first fertilizing of the year should be more diluted so as to not accidentally burn your plants, you can then ramp up slowly to a normal fertilizing routine.
Over-fertilizing causes more harm than under-fertilizing. When fertilizing, always follow the instructions on the bottle. This will help to prevent fertilizer burn or salt buildup. Take care to only fertilize houseplants during the spring and summer months when your plants are actively growing. Pruning also increases airflow which can prevent disease, and eliminate places for pests to hide. Pruning helps your plant conserve energy that is being sent to dying or damaged leaves so that it can be directed to support new growth instead. Use clean, sterilized tools for pruning, and take care to wear gloves for plants with spines or ones that can cause irritation (like Ficus). Shape your houseplants' foliage according to your preference and trim leggy vines. Light pruning and the removal of dead branches and yellow leaves can be done at any time of the year, but save your bigger pruning projects for spring while the plant is actively growing. A little spring cleaning for your houseplants will go a long way in supporting healthy growth! ✔️ Prune You can scrub any mold or lime deposits off of terracotta pots and thoroughly clean your houseplants' surroundings. Removing dust and any debris that may have settled on your plants' leaves allows them to better photosynthesize, which means better growth! This is also a good time to run water through your plants’ soil to reduce salt buildup. Wipe down the tops and bottoms of leaves. Giving this closer attention to your plants allows you to check for any health or pest issues. While you should be wiping down your plants’ leaves regularly, spring is a great time to renew these efforts and also give your plants a more thorough bath.
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