Caring for Indoor Plants in Cooler Months

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Caring for Indoor Plants in Cooler Months

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​Indoor plants are a great way to green your office and/or wellness space. Plants release oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide, removing up to 87% of air toxins in 24 hours, according to recent research from NASA. Plus, a study from the Journal of Physiological Anthropology states active interaction with indoor plants, such as smelling and touching, can reduce physiological and psychological stress.

 

Some types of indoor plants adapt to the harsh winter indoor environment better than others. Many houseplants will suffer and may even die if they’re not given the proper care during  long cold months. The biggest challenges are watering, humidity, light, temperature, and dealing with pests

The best way to keep indoor plants warm during the cooler months is to put them in a warm room, rather than one that gets cold. Most indoor plants are from tropical regions of the world, and they can’t stand the cold. The ideal temperature for growing plants indoors is 60-75 degrees F. Another way to keep indoor plants warm is to add an energy saving space heater to the room. Just be sure to place the heater several feet away from your plants to prevent damage!

Green Tips to Keeping Indoor Plants Happy This Fall/Winter

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• MOVE PLANTS CLOSER TO THE SUN, BUT NOT TOO CLOSE
• DUST YOUR PLANTS OFF
• CLEAN YOUR WINDOWS
• PLAY MUSIC
• KEEP THE SPACE WARM
• MAINTAIN HUMIDITY
• GET RID OF PESTS IN A GREEN WAY
• MIST YOUR PLANTS
• WATER YOUR PLANTS LESS
• NO FERTILIZER NEEDED

Taking care of indoor plants in the fall/winter can be a challenge. But now that you’re equipped with these tips, you can easily grow beautiful plants all year round. Your healthy indoor plants will thank you come spring!

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Resources

https://www.houzz.com/magazine/8-tips-for-keeping-your-houseplants-healthy-in-winter-stsetivw-vs~98440406

https://www.thespruce.com/tips-on-caring-for-houseplants-in-the-winter-1403001

https://www.decoraid.com/blog/keep-house-plants-alive-in-winter/