5 Tips for Indoor Plant Care During Summers

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Sujata Singh

Water Deeply

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Potting soil should be kept moist, but not wet since overwatering can kill plants. In summers there is a need to check plants soil moisture level more frequently than normal.

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Provide Shade

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Since plants can get sunburnt too it is important to move them further into the house so that they can be spared from harsh light of the sun.

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Promote High Humidity

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Don’t Fertilize A Plant

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A stressed plant should never be fertilized until it fully recovers. Wait for it to cool down.

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Know When Your Plant is Stressed

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It’s important to recognize what the plant is dealing with. Some common signs of stress are: foliage may look pale, flowers and leaves will drop off.

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