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Getting Started with houseplants

Caring for houseplants is a rewarding hobby, especially for beginners, as it can bring life and beauty to your home. Start with easy-to-care-for plants, learn their basic light and water needs, and you'll quickly gain confidence in keeping them healthy and vibrant! 

Beginner Houseplants

 ○ Pothos             ○ Monstera

 ○ Snake Plants   ○ Succulents & Cacti

 ○ ZZ Plants         ○ Philodendrons

 ○ Spider Plants   ○ Tradescantia

Houseplant Basics

Fertilizer

Fertilizer

Fertilizer

Using the right fertilizer is key to promoting healthy growth in houseplants, as it replenishes essential nutrients that may be depleted in potting soil. Choose a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer and apply it according to the directions on the packaging to avoid over-fertilization. 

Soil

Fertilizer

Fertilizer

Choosing the right soil is essential for healthy houseplants, as it provides proper drainage, aeration, and nutrients. Opt for a well-draining potting mix tailored to your plant’s needs, whether it's for succulents, orchids, or tropical varieties, to ensure optimal growth and prevent root rot. 

Pests

Pruning

Pruning

Keeping an eye out for pests is essential for maintaining healthy houseplants, especially for beginners. Regularly inspect your plants for common pests like spider mites and mealybugs, and learn simple treatment methods to keep your green friends thriving and pest-free!

Pruning

Pruning

Pruning

Pruning your houseplants is a simple yet effective way to support their health and appearance. By cutting back leggy growth and removing any yellow or brown leaves, you can encourage fuller growth and help your plants thrive in their environment! 

Care guides for basic Houseplants

Snake Plant

Snake Plant

Snake Plant

 Light: Indirect light but can tolerate low light conditions. Avoid direct sunlight.


Watering: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water sparingly, typically every 2-6 weeks.

Pothos

Snake Plant

Snake Plant

 Light: Bright, indirect light but can adapt to low light conditions. Avoid direct sunlight.


Watering: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Typically, this means watering every 1-2 weeks.  Pothos is especially hard to kill and forgiving of inconsistent watering. 

ZZ Plant

Snake Plant

ZZ Plant

 Light: Low to bright indirect light. Can tolerate low light but will grow more slowly in those conditions.


Watering: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.

Monstera

Snake Plant

ZZ Plant

 Light:Thrives in bright, indirect light but can also tolerate lower light conditions. Avoid direct sunlight.


Watering: Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry.

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