How to Take Care of Any Indoor Plant

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How to Take Care of Any Indoor Plant

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Do you have indoor plants and no green thumb? Not a problem. Follow these steps for the best care instructions for keeping your plants alive.

Supplies

  • Plant pot with watering holes at the bottom
  • Water
  • Soil
  • A phone with a reminder app
  • 1 window

Step 1: Learn About Your Plant

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It is important to know what kind of plant you have in order to care for it properly. If you bought the plant from the store, check the sticker inside the plant pot for the plant name, sunlight requirements, and other care instructions. If your plant does not have a sticker, not to worry! A quick google search can help. Type in as many physical characteristics of your plant and browse until you find an image of your plant. This may take awhile, but be patient!

Step 3: Water It

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Take your plant to your kitchen sink (or the biggest sink you have). *Optional* Remove the bottom layer of your plant pot to reveal the watering holes. Using a household cup or water bottle, fill it with room temperature water. Pour the water onto the soil in a circular motion around the plant. Once the water exits the holes from the bottom, leave the plant in the sink to release excess water for about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3: Find a Place to Keep It

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Find a place to keep your indoor plant that follows your recently searched care instructions. (A window is always a great spot) Place your plant on a table or stool that gives it the best amount of light required. Leave the blinds open throughout the day, if possible.

Step 4: Track Your Watering

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It is very easy to forget when to water your plant. For best results, set a reminder on your mobile device that tells you the next time you need to water your plant. Set the reminder to repeat as often as needed according to your care instructions.