Houseplant CARE GUIDE
by Kevin Turnbull · January 8, 2025
🌿 The Complete Guide to Houseplant Care 🪴
Your comprehensive resource for keeping indoor plants healthy and thriving
🌟 Understanding Plant Basics
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Bright Direct Light
Succulents, Cacti
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Bright Indirect Light
Monstera, Fiddle Leaf Fig
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Medium Light
Pothos, Dracaena
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Low Light
Snake Plant, ZZ Plant
💧 Watering Guide
Essential Watering Tips
- Check soil moisture before watering
- Water thoroughly until drainage occurs
- Empty drainage tray within 30 minutes
- Use room temperature water
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Succulents
Every 2-3 weeks
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Tropical Plants
Every 5-7 days
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Foliage Plants
Every 7-10 days
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Air Plants
Mist 2-3 times weekly
🔍 Common Plant Problems
Issue | Cause | Solution |
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Yellow Leaves | Overwatering, nutrient deficiency | Adjust watering schedule, check drainage, fertilize if needed |
Brown Tips | Low humidity, salt buildup | Increase humidity, flush soil monthly |
Drooping | Under/overwatering | Check soil moisture, adjust watering routine |
Pale Leaves | Insufficient light | Move to brighter location |
🗓️ Seasonal Care Guide
🌸 Spring
- Increase watering frequency
- Begin fertilization schedule
- Repot if needed
☀️ Summer
- Protect from intense sun
- Increase humidity
- Monitor for pest activity
🍂 Fall
- Reduce watering
- Stop fertilizing
- Clean windows for maximum light
❄️ Winter
- Minimal watering
- Maintain humidity
- Keep away from heaters
🌱 Propagation Tips
Methods
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Stem Cuttings
Cut below node, place in water or soil
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Leaf Cuttings
Allow callusing, place on soil
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Division
Separate at roots, replant immediately
💚 Happy Plant Parenting! 💚
Remember: Every plant is unique. Observe and adjust care based on your plant’s needs.