Few things bring me as much calm as taking care of plants. I never thought I'd be about that life, but 15 plants later, it's become a treasured pastime. It frees up mental space so I can fully be in the present, and there's something so rewarding about watching them grow.
No, you don't need a green thumb to keep plants alive, but you do need to apply yourself. With the different types we have, including monsteras, philodendrons, a snake plant, a majestic palm, and a fig tree, my husband and I spend at least two hours a week watering, repotting [1] or pruning.
In two years, we've managed to keep our plant babies healthy and growing. We occasionally have to deal with brown leaves, but for the most part, our urban jungle is alive and well. If you're a new plant parent struggling to maintain your indoor plants, shop these must-have tools and get ready to tend to your very own garden [2].
Smith & Hawken Watering Metal Can
First things first, a Smith & Hawken Watering Metal Can [4] ($20). Pro tip: Only water your plants when the soil is dry, and do so gradually.
Mist Spray Bottle
Refresh your plant babies every other day with this Mist Spray Bottle [5] ($10)
Miracle-Gro Indoor Plant Food Spikes
Use these Miracle-Gro Indoor Plant Food Spikes [6] ($3) every few months to fertilize your plants.
Flower Pots with Drainage Holes
Pro tip: Flower Pots with Drainage Holes [7] ($20) help water circulate and protect against root soil.
Miracle-Gro Premium Potting Mix
A good Miracle-Gro Premium Potting Mix [8] ($10) is key to optimal growth.
Organix South Neem Oil
Include a small dose of this Organix South Neem Oil [9] ($33) in your spray bottle to keep bugs away.
LED Grow Lights
These LED Grow Lights [10] ($20) are made for indoor plants in spaces with little natural light.
Links:
[1] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/home/schitt-creek-planters-on-etsy-47711746
[2] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/home/trader-joe-plants-47731297
[3] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/home/funny-plant-name-ideas-47690836
[4] https://goto.target.com/c/1141873/520943/2092?u=https://www.target.com/p/12-34-watering-metal-can-green-smith-38-hawken-8482/-/A-53826080&subId1=___psv__p_47772729__t_w__d_d_&subId3=product
[5] https://www.amazon.com/Driew-Cleaning-Solution-Gardening-Trigger/dp/B07PTXTTRH/ref=sr_1_3?tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/home/how-to-take-care-indoor-plants-47772729/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47772729__t_w__d_d_
[6] https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Gro-Indoor-Plant-Food-48-Spikes/dp/B000HAAOKY/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=plant+fertilizer&qid=1599577836&s=lawn-garden&sr=1-6&th=1&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/home/how-to-take-care-indoor-plants-47772729/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47772729__t_w__d_d_
[7] https://www.amazon.com/Flower-Outdoor-Planters-Drainage-Speckled/dp/B086P874TL/ref=sr_1_17?crid=370WMOCDDJQSK&dchild=1&keywords=planter+sets+for+indoor+plants&qid=1599577143&refinements=p_72:2661618011&rnid=2661617011&s=lawn-garden&sprefix=planter+set,lawngarden,146&sr=1-17&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/home/how-to-take-care-indoor-plants-47772729/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47772729__t_w__d_d_
[8] https://goto.target.com/c/1141873/520943/2092?u=https://www.target.com/p/miracle-gro-premium-potting-mix-1-cubic-foot/-/A-13983729&subId1=___psv__p_47772729__t_w__d_d_&subId3=product
[9] https://www.amazon.com/Organix-South-TheraNeem-Naturals-Houseplants/dp/B08CKJTXSL/ref=sr_1_26?crid=3A1TK8JSRZGKM&dchild=1&keywords=neem+oil+for+plants&qid=1599577888&refinements=p_72:2661618011&rnid=2661617011&s=lawn-garden&sprefix=neem+oil,lawngarden,157&sr=1-26&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/home/how-to-take-care-indoor-plants-47772729/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47772729__t_w__d_d_
[10] https://www.amazon.com/Gooseneck-Seedlings-Succulents-Micro-Greens-Brightness/dp/B07TFHFP7Q/ref=sr_1_6?crid=39CCA4E4I6DD9&dchild=1&keywords=grow+light+for+indoor+plants&qid=1599584312&refinements=p_72:2661618011&rnid=2661617011&s=lawn-garden&sprefix=grow+light+for+,lawngarden,162&sr=1-6&tag=popsugarshopx-20&asc_source=none&asc_campaign=none&asc_refurl=www.popsugar.co.uk/home/how-to-take-care-indoor-plants-47772729/print&ascsubtag=___psv__p_47772729__t_w__d_d_
