House Plant Succulent
13 May 2011 Leave a Comment
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POTTY ABOUT PLANTS INDOORS
Indoor plants make a home feel alive.They brighten up any area, but they can’t exist on their own.
Most indoor gardeneres have the same question : “How often does the plant need water?” There’s no right way of doing things as conditions vary and plant types have different needs.Where the plant sits in the home, how old it is, the type of pot being used, the season and obviously the type of the plant all influence the watering schedule.
Humans and plants aren’t that different when it comes to drinking.Too little to drink will cause wilting, dehydration and death.If they drink to excess… well, we’re all well aware of how that affects humans !Plants aren’t any different – too much water, and they’ll rot and die.
Follow these suggestions from Perth florist, Sarah Ennis, for looking after your indoor plants.
Watering
Your plant needs WATER if it shows any of these signs – wilting, slowing down of leaf growth, transparent leaves, young leaves falling off the plant, leaves curling or drying and yellowing stems.Too much water can result in root rot, mushy stems, mould and leaves showing signs of rotting with soft, brown areas.
Most people don’t realise that it’s not ideal to water plants according to a set routine.Water on a ‘need-to-have’ basis. Plants need more water when they are actively growing and when they are in warm rooms or in direct sunlight.Those with large or very thin leaves as well as flowering plants usually need watering more often.
A big plant in a small pot will obviously also need to be watered more frequently. Plants in clay pots will need more water than those in plastic pots as the water evaporates from the sides of a clay pot.
Plants need a good drenching rather than a frequent sprinkle of water.
Position
Indoor plants don’t like direct draught, but need ventilation.A general guide is to give plants some morning sun plus some filtered afternoon sun.A saucer of water near the plant can help with humidity in very dry conditions.
Feeding
You should also feed plants regularly, and make sure you follow the manufacturers’ instructions.It’s best to use a slow release fertiliser.
Cleaning
It’s a good idea to wipe the leaves of your plant gently to remove dust. And avoid leaf shine products as these block the ‘breathing’ surface of the leaves.
Types
Depending on the conditions in your home or office, you’ll always find a plant type to suit – from succulents that like hot and dry areas to plants that prefer cool, shady spots.Some suggested indoor types are orchids, African violets, ferns, begonias, poinsettia and cacti.There’s bound to be one that you love.
A potted plant also makes a very special and long-lasting gift for any event, from a birth to a birthday.Professional florists, like Perth flowers and gifts specialist, Sarah Ennis, will dress up potted plants into wonderful presentations using ribbon, coloured tissue paper and cellophane and other accessories.And if you want it to last for ages, ask your florist for some hints on care and maintenance too.
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