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Sometimes you can forget that houseplants are living things too and need to be cared for in a certain way.
Instead of thinking about what will help your houseplant thrive, people think about where it will look good in their home or what kind of pot will make it stand out. This can often lead to mistakes that can prevent your plant from thriving. The most important thing to remember is that plants always need certain things to survive.
Put in the wrong light
When you buy a new plant, it will probably tell you what type of light it can thrive in. Some plants thrive in bright light and low light, but a plant that can survive in low light won't necessarily thrive in that condition.
Often, people will buy a plant because they think it will look good in a particular location. But if that location doesn’t have the right amount of light, the plant won’t grow well. When a plant doesn’t get enough light, it’s more susceptible to other problems, including pests. Experts say it’s always better to give your houseplants more light than less.
Place them in drafty areas.
Another arrangement that can cause problems with your plant's breathing is placing it next to a heating or air conditioning vent. It's really important to be aware of drafty areas in your home that could damage your plant.
In general, the thinner the leaves, the more problems the plant will have. Exposure to hot or cold winds can cause leaves to turn yellow, brown or black and may cause premature leaf drop.
Change position frequently
In nature, plants grow roots in one spot and often spend their entire lives there, so they are not used to changing habitats.
Relocation can be really troublesome for a plant as it has become accustomed to life in its current location. Before deciding to change things, consider the conditions of the new location and see if there are any similarities between them.
Repotting too often or placing the plant in the wrong pot
When it comes to repotting, it is really important to know that you are doing it at the right time and only when the plant is ready. One way to tell if it is ready is if roots are growing out of the drainage holes at the bottom of the pot. You can also tell if the new foliage is very small or very slow. However, it is important that they do not increase in size too much.
According to experts, moving from a small pot to a large pot in just one go can cause the roots to fall into a potting mix that holds more moisture than they can absorb in time, leading to waterlogging problems.
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