6 Essential Tips for Preparing Your Indoor Plants for the Change of Season

Ah, indoor plants, these little jewels of nature that we adopt with joy and enthusiasm. We, in the editorial staff, are like you: we love to pamper our little green companions, to see them blossom under our tender gaze. But when the change of season comes, it’s not always a cakewalk. Don’t panic, we’ve put together 6 essential tips for you to prepare your indoor plants for the change of season. Grab your coffee, make yourself comfortable, and let’s go!

1. Adaptation to light

The importance of light

When we talk about indoor plants, it’s like talking about loyal friends, always ready to brighten up our day. And this light, precisely, it is vital for them. It’s like you need to eat to live. Without this light, our little ones cannot carry out photosynthesis, their main source of energy. Yes, my friends, winter is not only harsh for us, it is also harsh for our plants.

Adapting to the new luminosity

With the change of season, the level of light also changes. It is therefore essential to move your plants so that they receive the amount of light they need. Don’t be afraid to move your plants, it’s a bit like changing places at the table to better see the football match, they will appreciate it!

2. Watering adjustment

Water less, but better

With the arrival of winter, the atmosphere becomes drier, and we tend to think that we need to water our plants more. Big mistake! It’s best to reduce watering in the winter, much like reducing water usage so you don’t overpay the bill. Trust us, your plants will thank you.

Don’t neglect humidity

However, reducing watering does not mean neglecting humidity. It’s a bit like if you were an athlete who does not drink enough water, your plants can become dehydrated. So consider spraying water on the foliage of your indoor plants, they will love this little morning mist.

3. Reduce fertilization

As light and temperature drop, most plants enter a resting phase, much like us when we curl up under the blanket with a good book. It is therefore essential to reduce fertilization during this period. You can get back to fertilizing when you see your plants waking up, usually in the spring.

4. Parasite checking

Constant vigilance

With the change of season, a whole bunch of little beasts can appear. It’s a bit like when you leave a crumb of cake on the table, the ants soon come back. So, to prevent your plants from becoming a feast for pests, keep an eye out!

How to get rid of it

If you see small spots, yellowing leaves, or strange shapes on your plants, it’s probably the work of pests. Don’t panic, it’s like finding a spider in your bathroom. A little neem oil, insecticidal soap, or even water and vinegar can do the trick. It is efficient and environmentally friendly.

5. Clean the leaves of your plants

With dwindling light in winter, every ray counts. It’s like reading a book with a small lamp, every light source is precious. So remember to clean the leaves of your plants so that they can absorb as much light as possible. A damp cloth will do, and your plants will thank you.

6. Insulate your plants

With the cold coming, it is essential to keep your plants warm. It’s a bit like putting on a coat to go out in the cold. Your plants also need this protection. So be sure to keep them away from sources of cold such as windows or doors. If necessary, install space heaters or heat lamps.

There you go, you now have all the cards in hand to pamper your indoor plants during the change of season. It’s not always easy, but with a little care and lots of love, you’ll see your plants flourish all year round. And after all, that’s kind of indoor gardening, isn’t it? A constant exchange of love between you and your plants. So, dear readers, we put on our gardening gloves, we roll up our sleeves and we do good for our plants. They will do us good!