Tips on Keeping Your Houseplants Growing

Keeping your house plants alive and fresh indoors is effortless when you remember these general tips. Light, humidity, temperature, soil moisture levels; can all be factors in keeping your house plants flourishing.

Water your plants regularly, be observant of the growth cycle and water accordingly. In the middle of summer, when your plants are at their growth peak, more water may be needed. Fertilization is also important during this time. Check your moisture level often if you live in a dry apartment or house. A moisture meter can take the confusion out of watering and can be purchased at a garden supply store for less than $20. They're handy for all types of gardening.

Depending on the plant, different moisture levels will need to be maintained. Never let your plants dry out or sit in standing water. The roots also need air to grow properly, over watering will drown the plant quickly. House plants love humidity, they will thrive in a high humidity environment, such as a greenhouse. As a rule of thumb, the higher the humidity in the air the better your plants will do.

Making sure your plants get enough valuable solar energy is a major factor in keeping them flourishing. Finding a suitable window is as easy as following a compass. Plants that have high light requirements will thrive in a south facing window. Shade and low light lovers will do fine in a north facing window. If moderate light is required, east and west windows will suffice.

Most plants grow well at room temperature, but a slight drop in the evening is preferred. If the average night temperature is above 50 degrees, I'll take my plants to the outdoors. This invigorates their growth and lengthens their life span. When plants are brought in for the season, place them in an area away from heater vents, radiators, and drafty windows. If these tips are followed, you should have no problems in keeping your plants happy and healthy. Mimic the plants natural environment and they will love you for it.