A plant for indoors is usually destined for a cetain position whether it be a window sill, shelf or table . Things to consider are light, warmth, humidity and space when deciding your next indoor plant.
Most indoor plants need around 60-71 degrees F (15-21 degrees C) In winter plants on the windowsill may get too cold move them to a warmer spot .
In summer, plants need more attention than winter.All indoor plants even cacti need a humidity level of between 40-60% . The warmer and drier the conditions are the more water the plant loses through the leaves.
In the very hot months of summer- improve the humidity by spraying the plants using a fine misting spray. You can also fill the saucer with water to let the plant take up the moisture
Here are a few pictures of plants suitable for indoors
Angel wings, have a beautiful color and like a warm area to live in. Keep the potting soil moist in spring and summer and ferfilize every two weeks as well in summer.
Peacock Plant, is a tropical plant but likes to be kept moist in spring to Autumn and slightly drier in winter. Do not put plant near bright light as it will fade the color the leaf markings. Water with standard liquid fertilizer every two weeks in spring to summer.
Star of Bethlehem, Italian bellflower, looks better in a hanging basket as flowers will tumble out showing star shaped flowers… keep thoroughly moist during spring and summer water with standard liquid fertilizer every two weeks from late spring to autumn. remove flowers as they fade to prolong the flowering period.
Ornamental pepper, produce tiny white flowers in summer followed by the attractive fruits which are green turning to oranges , red or purple over the weeks as they ripen. keep thoroughly moist at all times and fertlizer every two weeks if you touch the fruit wash your hands as you may come in contact with your eyes and they will sting.
Poinsettia, is a cheerful brightly colored flower. It doesn’t have a long life but it's nice to have around the house at Christmas time Water thoroughly but not too often - no need to fertilize.
Scarlet Star, lastly this plant is usually grown for its beautiful star like flowers keep moist at all times also add a little water to the central cup. High humidity is essential so keep plant on a tray of damp pepples and mist the foliage every day. Water with half strength liquid once a month on the soil surface and into the cup.
All this knowledge was gained from readers digest guide to house plants
Most indoor plants need around 60-71 degrees F (15-21 degrees C) In winter plants on the windowsill may get too cold move them to a warmer spot .
In summer, plants need more attention than winter.All indoor plants even cacti need a humidity level of between 40-60% . The warmer and drier the conditions are the more water the plant loses through the leaves.
In the very hot months of summer- improve the humidity by spraying the plants using a fine misting spray. You can also fill the saucer with water to let the plant take up the moisture
Here are a few pictures of plants suitable for indoors
Angel wings, have a beautiful color and like a warm area to live in. Keep the potting soil moist in spring and summer and ferfilize every two weeks as well in summer.
Peacock Plant, is a tropical plant but likes to be kept moist in spring to Autumn and slightly drier in winter. Do not put plant near bright light as it will fade the color the leaf markings. Water with standard liquid fertilizer every two weeks in spring to summer.
Star of Bethlehem, Italian bellflower, looks better in a hanging basket as flowers will tumble out showing star shaped flowers… keep thoroughly moist during spring and summer water with standard liquid fertilizer every two weeks from late spring to autumn. remove flowers as they fade to prolong the flowering period.
Ornamental pepper, produce tiny white flowers in summer followed by the attractive fruits which are green turning to oranges , red or purple over the weeks as they ripen. keep thoroughly moist at all times and fertlizer every two weeks if you touch the fruit wash your hands as you may come in contact with your eyes and they will sting.
Poinsettia, is a cheerful brightly colored flower. It doesn’t have a long life but it's nice to have around the house at Christmas time Water thoroughly but not too often - no need to fertilize.
Scarlet Star, lastly this plant is usually grown for its beautiful star like flowers keep moist at all times also add a little water to the central cup. High humidity is essential so keep plant on a tray of damp pepples and mist the foliage every day. Water with half strength liquid once a month on the soil surface and into the cup.
All this knowledge was gained from readers digest guide to house plants
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