Stop these 12 Indoor Plant Growing Mistakes from the New Year

As this New Year unfolds, it’s the perfect time to transform your gardening practices by waving bye to the common plant-growing mistakes. This guide will offer you some meaningful insights and practical solutions that promise a thriving yard!

No! Watering your plants daily will do more harm than good. Also, do not follow any once in 2 days or once in 4 days routine – always poke your finger in the topsoil and moisten the growing medium only when it feels dry.

Evaluate your plant’s light requirements and provide suitable conditions, whether it’s bright, indirect light or low light.

The best rule to follow – make sure the plants gets 1-2 hours of direct morning sun, or as much exposure to indirect light throughout the day as possible. Simple!

Spider mites and aphids can quickly infest your plant, ruining their health completely. Start the year off right by regularly inspecting your garden and indoor plants for signs of pests, and promptly address any issues with natural remedies or gentle pesticides.

It is always good to feel and touch your plants and pruning is the best way to do it! It also ensures you know your plants, well!

Snipping dead and damaged parts is essential for encouraging healthy growth and preventing leggy or unruly plants.

Avoid going for a too large or too small container – follow this rule: A pot that’s one size larger than the rootball of the plant is perfect.

Also, ensure it drainage holes to prevent waterlogged soil. Consider repotting plants that have outgrown their containers (when you spot roots on the topsoil or at the drainage hole).

Spread out your indoor garden by giving each plant adequate space. Putting too many in a cramped space can lead to competition for resources and increased susceptibility to