Fall brings with it hayrides, football, pumpkin patches, and leaves. Outside, we observe how the environment is preparing for the coming winter. We savor the splendor of the tree hues and are astounded by the seasonal changes. However, the shorter days and colder fall weather will also mean less sunlight and dryer interior air. Even though they are minimal, these modifications can affect houseplants. As fall approaches, here are a few things regarding indoor plants to bear in mind.
Keep the lights on.
Keep a close eye on how much light your plants are receiving. The days are shorter, and the sun’s angle changes in the fall. Some indoor plants might need a different location to receive the same amount of sunshine they received in the spring and summer. For instance, put your succulents together on the windowsill instead of placing them on your coffee table.
Once per week, rotate your plants to ensure all sides are covered and don’t lean in one direction. You may always add a grow light to keep your plants alive even if your home lacks natural sunlight, especially in the cooler months.
Continuously monitor the soil’s moisture level and water your plants appropriately.
Fall interior temperature and light changes might have an impact on some plants. At this time of year, the temperature inside frequently changes when we switch on the heaters. Looking at the soil, you can tell if your plants need more or less water. As always, you should do your homework on your plant species’ recommended watering rates.
Introduce a humidifier
Indoor air is typically dryer, especially when heating systems are active in the fall and winter. Introduce a humidifier to boost the humidity for you and your plants. Tropical plants that prefer a humid atmosphere make up many common houseplants. Humidifiers are also fantastic for our skin and the air we breathe. You may also improve the humidity levels for your houseplants by grouping indoor plants, utilizing pebble trays and glass domes, or double-potting plants.
Avoid using fertilizer.
You can put off fertilizing until the beginning of the growing season the following spring because foliage growth significantly slows down in the fall and winter. During the fall and winter, focus on providing your indoor plants with the essentials they need to survive: light and water. However, avoid overdoing it, as this can harm your plants.
Prepare for foliage dieback.
When you bring indoor plants inside from the great outdoors, they could start to lose their leaves in the living room, bedroom, bathroom, or kitchen. They are getting used to the lower light levels indoors, which is very natural. Do not worry! This can occur even if your plants spend the entire summer indoors. You can help your plants by removing a few mature leaves that appear to be dying.
Group plants together if your space’s layout allows for it.
Plants release water into the air, increasing the humidity directly around them. So grouping them allows them to benefit from each other. The only exception to this rule is if your plants struggle with disease or pest infestations, as doing so will only worsen matters. Keep an eye out for any prospective issues.
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