Indoor Plant Care: If your indoor plants are looking a bit wilted or not looking vibrant, maybe it’s time to change the way you care for them.
Let’s take a moment and see what’s going wrong and what common mistakes we make unknowingly – so that we can give our green friends the care they truly deserve.
Indoor plants like the Areca Palm, Aglaonema, Dumb Cane, Peace Lily, ZZ and others don’t require constant attention, but they do need the right care to thrive.
Our gardening expert, Mrs. Sudeepti Bajpai (founder of Voice of plant Website and YouTube channel), has shared some common mistakes which gardners do while caring Indoor plants. So, let’s get started!
Mistake 1: Outdoor and indoor plants need the same care
This is a common misconception among gardeners and plant lovers—that indoor and outdoor plants require the same kind of care. This is completely incorrect.
Outdoor plants thrive in natural outdoor conditions. If you keep them indoors for an extended period, they will eventually die due to lack of sunlight, airflow, and proper space.
Similarly, indoor plants are adapted to indoor environments. If you place them outdoors and treat them like outdoor plants, they will not survive. They can suffer from harsh sunlight, wind, and fluctuating temperatures.
Therefore, I urge all plant lovers to change this mindset and adopt the correct care practices for indoor and outdoor plants.
- Understanding their specific needs is the key to keeping them healthy and thriving.
Mistake 2- Mis-selling by Nursery
Sometimes, plant sellers mistakenly sell outdoor plants by labeling them as indoor varieties.
For example, the Jade plant is often marketed as an indoor plant, which is not entirely accurate.
People who are not very familiar with plants can easily be misled and end up purchasing outdoor plants, thinking they are suitable for indoor environments.
- This not only leads to disappointment but also makes it difficult to keep the plant healthy and thriving.
Read, this: 5 Expert Tips To Grow Healthy Indoor Plants
Mistake 3 – Every plant needs same care
Many people still follow the same care routine for every plant, without considering their individual needs.
Some indoor plants thrive with a weekly watering, while others need watering only once every 20 days. Yet, many continue to water all their plants daily without checking the soil or observing the plant’s condition.
And it’s not just about watering—fertilizer requirements, sunlight exposure, and other care factors also vary from plant to plant.
Each plant has its own preferences, and it’s important to understand these differences before settling into a fixed routine.
Mistake 4 – Doing Too much care
Indoor plants don’t thrive with excessive attention — in fact, they often do best when left undisturbed.
- Many people tend to overuse fertilizers or constantly fuss over their plants, thinking it will help them grow faster.
But the truth is, if your indoor plants are staying healthy with minimal care, that’s already a great sign.
Indoor plants naturally grow slowly and steadily. Gentle, consistent, and minimal care is usually all they need to stay happy and healthy.
Mistake 5 – They will survive in dark area or any corner of house
Many people assume that indoor plants will survive anywhere indoors, even in dark areas or unused corners.
But the truth is, most indoor plants still need some amount of natural light to stay healthy and grow.
Placing them in completely dark or low-light corners can lead to weak growth, yellowing leaves, or even plant death.
These are some of the most common mistakes people make when caring for indoor plants. By avoiding them, you can help your plants stay healthy, vibrant, and long-lasting.
Happy Gardening!
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