In the hustle and bustle of urban life, most of us quit the idea of a home having some lush greeneries and blooming flowers in all sorts of colors. We quit for the reason not of dislike but of possibility. Is it doable and does it take special attention to maintain an array of indoor plants? The answer is yes. All we need is a little bit of information on how to start, available options, how to do it and tips in maintaining healthy plants.
There are some considerations when growing indoor plants. To some it is a challenge, but to people who are innate flower lovers, it is just another detail worth looking into. Besides, those who love plants inside their homes are not just thinking about the rewards, but also at the work it takes to have that beauty indoors.
So what are these special considerations for nurturing indoor plants? Sunlight, humidity and temperature. Always remember that plants have unique needs, especially those that are brought inside the house. The key here is to provide the right conditions for them to thrive.
Allow yourself to realize that choosing the right kind of plant is key. Not all plants are inclined to be in house arrest. Some still prefer the wide blue sky. So remember not to push it. Obvious choice would be ferns as they tend to prefer filtered light. Other plants to consider for the indoors: African violets, cyclamens, Ivy and creeping fig. Of course there are others more, but these are the simplest to start and maintain.
There are two common ways to grow indoor plants. The first would be plants-in-pot-with-soil. I made that up just to make it simple. The other one, thanks to technology, is hydroponics. Hydroponics is a bit different from conventional plant growing. It deserves another full length article. For now let us consider the first option. Plants-in-pot-with-soil.
Choose the correct spot for the plant. Obvious tip but we almost always violate this over our aesthetic decision of placement. More than the presentation is the health of the plant, unless we are fond of rustic (withering) colors over the actual color.
Do not over water your plants. Indoor plants commonly die of this than the deprivation of water. Know that we do not hang clothes inside our house due to the obvious reason of lack of evaporation. When your plants have more than enough water, this will rot the roots and cause its ultimate destruction.
Imagine the look of the exploding flowers inside your home. All things are created twice. So group your flowers and plants in a way that it maximizes the effort of putting them inside your home. Remember that you put effort on nurturing these plants. The rewards must be in proportion to the work you put into it. Otherwise you fail to capture the reason of it all.
Last but not the least, have the right "equipment" and accessories. Use a small watering can to prevent spills. What do you do with a healthy plant but with a stained carpet under it? And do not forget your dip trays. Again, plants are enhancements to your home, not an accessory to window pane homicide.
Enjoy your indoor floral bliss. Do not be contented with the plastic plants you are tempted to buy at your nearest retail stores. Do the work and enjoy the real thing! After all, your home deserves it - Kimyu J.N. Torres
There are some considerations when growing indoor plants. To some it is a challenge, but to people who are innate flower lovers, it is just another detail worth looking into. Besides, those who love plants inside their homes are not just thinking about the rewards, but also at the work it takes to have that beauty indoors.
So what are these special considerations for nurturing indoor plants? Sunlight, humidity and temperature. Always remember that plants have unique needs, especially those that are brought inside the house. The key here is to provide the right conditions for them to thrive.
Allow yourself to realize that choosing the right kind of plant is key. Not all plants are inclined to be in house arrest. Some still prefer the wide blue sky. So remember not to push it. Obvious choice would be ferns as they tend to prefer filtered light. Other plants to consider for the indoors: African violets, cyclamens, Ivy and creeping fig. Of course there are others more, but these are the simplest to start and maintain.
There are two common ways to grow indoor plants. The first would be plants-in-pot-with-soil. I made that up just to make it simple. The other one, thanks to technology, is hydroponics. Hydroponics is a bit different from conventional plant growing. It deserves another full length article. For now let us consider the first option. Plants-in-pot-with-soil.
Choose the correct spot for the plant. Obvious tip but we almost always violate this over our aesthetic decision of placement. More than the presentation is the health of the plant, unless we are fond of rustic (withering) colors over the actual color.
Do not over water your plants. Indoor plants commonly die of this than the deprivation of water. Know that we do not hang clothes inside our house due to the obvious reason of lack of evaporation. When your plants have more than enough water, this will rot the roots and cause its ultimate destruction.
Imagine the look of the exploding flowers inside your home. All things are created twice. So group your flowers and plants in a way that it maximizes the effort of putting them inside your home. Remember that you put effort on nurturing these plants. The rewards must be in proportion to the work you put into it. Otherwise you fail to capture the reason of it all.
Last but not the least, have the right "equipment" and accessories. Use a small watering can to prevent spills. What do you do with a healthy plant but with a stained carpet under it? And do not forget your dip trays. Again, plants are enhancements to your home, not an accessory to window pane homicide.
Enjoy your indoor floral bliss. Do not be contented with the plastic plants you are tempted to buy at your nearest retail stores. Do the work and enjoy the real thing! After all, your home deserves it - Kimyu J.N. Torres
