After spending winters dormant, many of your houseplants will be waking up and beginning their growing season.
If your houseplants are looking a little sad, it may be time to start your spring plant care routine.
Home improvement specialists at Everest have teamed up with Everest Ambassador and TV gardening expert David Domoney to share how to keep houseplants alive for longer.
David, who is the author of the bestselling book My Houseplant Changed My Life, has shared the “most simple ways” to look after houseplants.
The gardening expert said: “One of the most simple ways you can look after your houseplants is to make sure you know what conditions they prefer.
“For example, how much sunlight does your plant need? Give your houseplants a boost by washing their leaves every month, to not let dust build up on their leaves.
“This can help clear the leaves’ pores to unblock them, allowing the plant to gain light for photosynthesis.”
David also advised houseplant owners to repot their indoor plants annually or in spring.
However, how often you repot your plant will depend on how quickly that variety grows.
Some varieties will only need to be repotted once every three to five years.
David said “houseplants are often killed with kindness” which is why it’s best to have a lighter touch when it comes to watering and feeding your plant.
The gardening expert continued: “Ensure they never sit in water. Pot covers can store large quantities of water, leaving your plant sitting in it for long periods, leading to rot.
“Finally, it is great to give plants a rest during late autumn and winter. Do this by cutting down on feeding, and reducing watering.”
