plant care

Watering Houseplants 

Correct watering of houseplants depends on the following basics

water the plants without excessive; To keep the roots from damage. Taking into account leaving the surface of the compost to dry at room temperature before supplying the plants with water, and then it is necessary to pay attention to watering it within the limits of its need, and leaving space for the excess water to drain away, that is, not to leave the plants that suffer from excess water. When you have low-acid plants, such as gardenias, for example, it is a good idea to water them with rainwater. In the winter, it is taken into account that the plants are watered when the compost dries up, meaning that it reduces the number of watering times, unless there are plants that grow and flower

Temperatures

House plants should be positioned within a certain temperature preference, including that the night temperature ranges between -15 and -12°C, while the daytime temperature is between 21-25°C, and if you own types of plants of tropical origin, the temperature should not be less than 15.5 ° C, and to find out the appropriate preferences for different species, you can read the instructions on the attached card when buying, or consult specialists

light needs

Indoor plants need different types of light, but it can be seen that the most common preferences are based on the need for 12-16 hours of light per day, as well as the need to take into account that the position of the plant imitates the light source, so that all its sides face this source; To avoid unbalanced growth, it is necessary to take into account the gradual exposure of the plant to sunlight in late spring and early summer; To prevent leaves or flowers from burning, and for more detailed instructions regarding preferences for different types of light, it is advisable to consult a professional

Fertilizers

The process of fertilizing houseplants depends on one of two methods

water fertilization

This method is based on the use of a type of water-soluble fertilizer, and then added to the plant once a month during the months of warm weather, and once every two months during the months of cold weather

slow fertilization

This method is based on the use of a type of fertilizer that is slowly released into the soil, and is usually added to the soil once every two to three months