Keeping Your Indoor Plants Healthy This Spring

The light-driven clocks inside plants influence when and how they grow. So, it makes sense that many plants go dormant when the days get shorter in the winter. More light encourages plant development in the spring, which is a good indication that it's time to upgrade your plant-care techniques. Read on for some pointers from a provider of living wall plants in Pensacola, FL to learn how to spice up your plant-care practices in the spring. 

Pointer 1: Watering  

One of the most basic ways to improve your plant care is to modify your watering schedule. During the spring and summer when most plants are growing, they require more water. This is doubly important if your home has central air or heat, as the lower humidity will necessitate even more frequent watering as well. Contrastingly, plants in a more humid environment will need less water, so be sure to keep that in mind when you make your adjustments.  

Pointer 2: Nutrients 

When new shoots and leaves sprout on your plants, they need more nutrients. It's best to go with a plant-specific nutrient supplement at this stage, which should be diluted to half strength. As a plant matures, it will require more fertilizer; as a result, you'll need to gradually increase the concentration of your fertilizer solution over the next few months. 

Pointer 3: Location 

If your plants have been kept indoors all winter, they may require some light and fresh air, so moving them outside might be a good idea. Gradually expose them to natural light, starting with an hour or two of direct sunshine and then extending that as the days begin to grow longer. Remember to keep an eye on the temperature as well if you've relocated your plants outside, as they won’t thrive in temps below 50 degrees. 

Pointer 4: Cleaning 

It's also important to keep your plants clean in the same manner as you would your house throughout this season. Any dust that has gathered on the leaves should be removed using a soft brush or a clean cloth. As a result of this, the air circulation around the plant will improve, and they will get more light. Additionally, it's important to remove any fallen leaves from the top of the dirt as well. 

That concludes our list of tips for keeping your indoor plants healthy throughout the spring! 

Heroman Services Plant Company is the leading Interior Landscaping firm in Mobile. We provide personalized designs, installations, horticultural service, and maintenance programs for hundreds of prestigious clients across the South.    

Heroman Services Plant Company, LLC 
3601 N. Davis Hwy 
Pensacola, FL 32503 
(850) 936-6969 

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