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How To Keep Tough Houseplants Delighted

Author: Akash Deep
by Akash Deep
Posted: Sep 19, 2019

Outdoor plants growing from the tiniest speck of loamy soil or between road holes need no human assistance to grow and become plenty in the wild. Some plants, however, need special human care. Indoor plants, in particular, call for constant attentiveness. Is there a mean to take care of indoor plants without the problem of tedious care? Lazy horticulturists may like to examine plants that are so tough that they can grow without the demand for much attention, such as Chlorophytum comosum (spider plant), Sansevieria trifasciata (snake plant), and Schlumbergera (Christmas cactus). Of course, even though these tough buds require minimal care to grow, these toughies require nourishment and care, nonetheless. Know just how these hard-to-kill shrubberies remain great for years to come.

If there's one thing that can kill them, it is extreme watering. Houseplants "breathe" by taking in air through the roots. Wet soil hampers air from passing through the soil. This damages the roots, creating a condition known as root rot. Do not uproot the plant from its pot to examine its roots for rot. All you need to do is examine its leaves for yellowing. If some have a lighter shade of green than others, root rot may have already set in.

However, if you live in a place with continuously high humidity, you ought to not fret about leaving your plants for days on end. In the winter, all you have to do is leave your hardy plants at a safe corner to let them make it through the cold months. To be sure, look at gardening websites and see if your houseplant is the type that calls for very little irrigation. There are a lot of sites where you can get invaluable information and that too for free.

These tough plants can even thrive with only a hint of reflected sun rays. Sound gardening advice advises us that positioning the plants under direct sunlight can exterminate them, as the prolonged barrage of solar radiation can burn their leaves.

If you're not sure about how much sunlight your plant requires, look out for signs. Leaves and stems that are abnormally paler than regular may experience the restorative boon of adequate sun rays. New leaves may also look smaller. If this is the situation, relocate your plants near a glass door or windowsill to deal with the problem. Make sure you do not forget to return them into the shade after two hours of exposure in the midday sun. That should not be that big an issue, but there are some houseplants which thrive when placed under the direct light of the Sun, and there are others which will thrive in dark or semi-shade.

These simple tips will make your houseplants thrive. The good news is most houseplants require minimal attention. So, if you're someone who is looking for a new hobby but does not have a lot of free time, growing succulents is a good option. For more tips on how to care for your succulents in winters, please visit: https://succulentcity.com/how-to-care-for-succulents-in-the-winter/

About the Author

Akash is a fashion designer and a travel fanatic. He loves keeping up with the latest trends and stay on top of fashion. He works at Delusion Mfg

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