As autumn settles in and the number of daylight hours decreases, it’s time to mix up your plant care routine to keep your leafy friends happy and healthy throughout the darker months.
Because most houseplants are native to tropical regions , they tend to struggle as the nights draw in and the weather grows colder, especially if they’re located somewhere that doesn’t get much natural light.
“To help your plants absorb as much light as possible, wipe their leaves to remove any dust and move them closer to a window,” explains Meg Spink, a plant expert at“Just be sure to check your plants aren’t next to any drafts – they hate cold breezes as much as we do!” “As a majority of houseplants will typically come from tropical areas, they’ll more than likely appreciate extra humidity in autumn,” explains Maddie Porritt, head buyer atIs misting your plants a good way to boost humidity and avoid dry and crispy leaves?
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