12/02/2026
MUST-KNOW TIPS 👇
If you only remember five plant care tips, let them be these:
1️⃣ Prioritise light.
Before adjusting watering or feeding, check your light. Without adequate light, plants can’t properly use water or nutrients.
2️⃣ Stop watering on autopilot.
Water based on soil moisture — not habit. Check the top 1 - 2 inches or the pot’s weight before reaching for the watering can. Better yet, switch to clear pots to remove second-guessing whether or not it’s time to water yet.
3️⃣ Drainage is essential.
Excess water must escape. Sitting water at the bottom of the pot is one of the fastest ways to cause root rot. Always use pots with drainage holes at the bottom or you can DIY and bore holes on your pot using a soldering kit.
4️⃣ Fertilise during active growth.
Indoor plants still need nutrients. During spring and summer, a balanced fertiliser supports healthy foliage and root development.
5️⃣ Aeration in your substrate matters.
Chunky components like bark, perlite or pumice improve airflow to roots and prevent compaction. This is especially important for aroids like Monsteras, Alocasias and Philodendron.
Plant care isn’t about doing more.
It’s about getting the fundamentals right.
Share this with a plant friend who needs it 👩🏻🌾
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