Know Everything About How to Do Indoor Gardening
Plants are
just as popular as furniture when one is deciding on furniture and
soft furnishings.
Aside from the
aesthetic value plants provide your home with, there are also health
benefits - grade school science class tells us that plants cleanse
the air through utilizing the carbon dioxide and producing more
oxygen. Here is some important information on how to care for your
indoor plants to gain the optimum health and aesthetic benefits.
Lighting
Most indoor
plants need good lighting. You can provide this through natural
lighting in the room of your choice or there must be electric
lighting. Darker leaved plants usually don't need as much light as others.
Here are the
varieties of plants (usually those that only require medium to low
light) that are known to be suitable for indoor gardening:
a. Philodendrons
b. Boston ferns
c. African violets
d. Cyclamens
e. Creeping Fig
Watering
A common
mistake most people make in indoor
gardening is they tend to over-water the plants, which may lead
to rotting roots. Make sure to research the type of plant you have,
because each kind of plant varies on their watering needs.
Potting
Choose good
quality and attractive container for your indoor plants. Make sure
that the pot is clean before placing your new plant into it to
prevent infection and to encourage healthy growth.
Humidity
In indoor
gardening, humidity is a big issue. The amount of moisture in the air
has effect on the growth of the plants. During mornings, you could
spray the plants with water for their much-needed moisture. Make sure
the leaves don't get covered in dust.
Fertilization
Just like
watering, fertilizing depends on the type of plant. If you have
managed to supply your indoor garden with the right amount of light,
water and humidity, fertilization may not need much attention. A good
indoor fertilizer can be bought from most home
depot or hardware stores. Orchids need the special fertilizer available. |