The inside plants require certain care to keep them in good condition. Although they are often simple, some common mistakes lead to their leaves they become yellow, dry up and fall off. If you want to know why it happens This and how to prevent your plants from dying in property, keep reading.
Why are my houseplants dying?
The most common reasons why they dry y mueren Indoor plants are usually: lack de irrigation, excess de irrigation, bad location, temperature o technology inadequate and the presence of heat sources o air currents. Added to this is a less visible factor: the water pH and the substrate, which alters the absorption of nutrients.
Tips to prevent indoor plants from dying
Los care by inside plants vary according to species, but there are common points that help maintain them Vivas and vigorous. Pay attention to the irrigation, the light, the substratum, the temperature, the humidity or with a subscriber Right.
Fertilizing them well is the key to keeping your plants healthy and beautiful.
One of the great secrets of success is the allowance regular and balanced. The gardening wands o green nails They are useful because they release nutrients gradually; you can cut them into pieces and put them in the substratum forming a circle. Alternatively, a soluble flowering fertilizer for all types of plants with iron y Magnesium corrects frequent deficiencies that cause chlorosis and weakness.
Give your plants the light they need
As a general rule, place the inside plants close to a window or area with daylight. If the leaves yellow or they go on too long, there are probably lack of lighting. However, avoid the direct sun in species of shadow or indirect light; use curtains light to sift the Ray.
La ideal location can change throughout the year: move your plants if the radiation increases, if the crystal accumulates heat or if you perceive light stress (dry edges or stains). For more tips, you can check out our recommendations on ideal plants for low-light areas.
How to water indoor plants and adjust pH
Water with tap water You can modify the Substrate pH depending on your area, making it difficult nutrition. You adjust the acidity with specific products or, at home, by adding a few drops of vinegar o lemon juice to the water (always with prudence and measuring).
Avoid the soaked and surface irrigation. The immersion irrigation works very well: dip the flower pot to holes drain for a few minutes and let the plant absorb water. In species tropical, increases the humidity to sprays fine; in succulents, space out waterings and let it dry well. substratum.
Use a good system and avoid watering mistakes
Watering from above is valid, but can leave stagnant water in armpits and cause mushrooms. Water at the level of substratum and don't get wet leaves if the species is sensitive. Remember that more plants are damaged by excess of water that for lack: touch the land or insert a toothpick to check the moisture before watering.
Prepare a suitable substrate for them to grow
A good substrate should offer sewer system, aeration y retention de water y nutrientsAn effective mix: 10% Pine bark, 10% coconut fiber, 10% River sand, 10% volcanic gravel, 10% perlite and 50% universal substrate. Renew the substrate from time to time regenerates the structure and replenishes minerals.
Discover the optimal temperature and take care of the environment
Most houseplants feel good in 15 and 25 ° C. Avoid abrupt changes, currents and proximity to radiators o air conditionerIf the environment is very dry, use a humidifier or mist blower to keep a moisture stable. For more tips on plants in temperate climates.
Apply pest treatments
The pests more common are aphid, cochineal, White fly, Red spider, Mites, trips and bold. To prevent and treat, the potassium soap It is a basic that respects the plant and helps control insects without leaving problematic residues.
Be careful when transplanting and choose the pot well.
El transplant It is delicate but necessary when the estate they occupy all the space or the substrate is out of stock. Do it before the growing season, using a container slightly larger. For plants up to 50 cm tall, a flower pot of at least 30 cm allows a good developmentIf it will grow larger, choose diameters up to 50 cm.
La terracotta favors the moisture exchange and is ideal for species that prefer dry between waterings; the plastic preserves better moisture for plants that require it. Always, pots with holes and good sewer system. The Orchids thank containers transparent so that your estate receive light. In very hot periods, a double pot (putting the growing one inside a larger one) helps to isolate from the heat.
Clean the leaves and prune as necessary.
El dust reduce the photosynthesis and favors pests. Clean with a wet cloth and, if you want, add a few drops of glycerin to delay dust from adhering. Remove leaves, stems y flowers withered to prevent the plant from wasting Energy; performs cleaning pruning with scissors well disinfected.
Indoor plants for beginners
Some species are especially resistant and grateful: Ceropegia woodii (hanging, resistant to pests, water when the substrate is dry), Beaucarnea recurvata o elephant foot (tolerates drought, needs sewer system), Crassula ovata o jade plant (very succulent rustic), Potoo or pothos (large adaptation to interiors, warns with withered leaves), zamioculca (very resistant, slow growth, tolerates low light) and Sansevieria (tolerates drought and varied environments).
How to revive a houseplant
1) Pruning too damaged to concentrate resources. 2) Identify the cause (heat, plague, lack or excess of water) and corrects. 3) Water sparingly: do not overcompensate; renew the surface layer with hydrated substrate. 4) Hydrate leaves with sprays if the species allows it. 5) Provides nutrients soft to reactivate the for Growth.
With these guidelines on light, irrigation, substratum, temperature, correct pruning and fertilization, you can enhance the for Growth of your indoor plants and avoid many of the mistakes we mentioned. We also recommend visiting our YouTube video to learn useful techniques for caring for indoor plants for beginners.