Longer days and warmer temperatures mean your plants are waking up—but they still need alittle help adjusting to spring conditions. For Outdoor Plants: ● Ease them outside. If you kept plants indoors over winter, gradually reintroduce them tosunlight and wind.● Watch for sunburn. Even spring sun can scorch leaves—start with partial shade.
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Spring is the best time to repot houseplants and outdoor container plants. It gives them freshnutrients and space to grow as the light increases and growth takes off. Signs Your Plant Needs Repotting: ● Roots growing out of the drainage hole ● Water running straight through the pot● The plant seems top-heavy or unstable● Growth
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As the weather warms, your watering routine will change. Plants begin to grow more quickly inspring, which means they’ll start needing more water—but not too much. For Outdoor Containers: ● Check the soil daily. If the top inch is dry, it’s time to water.● Water in the morning to reduce evaporation and avoid soggy roots
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Spring is planting season, and the key for beginners is starting with plants that love this time ofyear and thrive in small spaces. Whether you’re planting in pots or window boxes, these spring-friendly choices are low-maintenance and rewarding. Great Spring Options for Urban Gardeners: ● Leafy greens (like spinach or lettuce): Quick to grow, perfect
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Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to shake off the winter blues and get your garden orhouseplant collection ready for the growing season. Whether you’re working with a balcony, awindowsill, or a collection of indoor pots, there are a few beginner-friendly things to do rightnow. Spring Gardening To-Do List for Beginners: ● Declutter
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A thriving garden starts with healthy soil. And the best way to improve soil sustainably? Composting. What is Composting?Composting is the natural breakdown of organic waste into nutrient-rich soil. It’s a win-win: less landfill waste, and more garden goodness. Urban Composting Options: ● Countertop bins with charcoal filters to prevent smells. ● Balcony tumblers that make turning your compost
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Now that your plant has the perfect spot, it’s time to make sure it has the right pot and soil. Choosing the right combination helps prevent overwatering, root rot, and other common beginner mistakes. Choosing the Right Pot Not all pots are created equal! Here’s what to look for: Drainage Holes Are a Must• A
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Even the healthiest houseplants can run into problems. The key to keeping them thriving is early detection—spotting issues before they get out of hand. Whether it’s pests, yellow leaves, or droopy stems, knowing what to look for can save your plant. Common Houseplant Pests & How to Get Rid of Them Pests are sneaky, often hiding
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Now that your plants are in the right environment, let’s talk about fertilizing. Just like people need nutrients to stay healthy, plants need the right balance of food to grow strong. But too much fertilizer can do more harm than good! Why Fertilize? Over time, houseplants use up the nutrients in their soil. Fertilizer replenishes
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To continue our discussion of container plantings, let’s examine when, what, and how to plant. These suggestions will depend on whether you choose to plant seeds or plants that are already growing (and the size of the plant). Setting Seeds To plant seeds—“setting seeds,” a light growing medium is best when sowing seeds for container
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