Find out what to do to keep your houseplants healthy and happy in the spring months.
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Today, the video is about spring garden chores for your houseplants. This adds to my seasonal gardening chores playlist here for spring. There are various things you want to do in your indoor garden during the springtime. In fact, it’s one of the busiest times of the year and a very exciting time as plants begin growing actively. They start putting on new leaves, budding if they’re flowering plants, and may even produce fruit if you’re growing some fruiting plants.
Spring is a great time to take the opportunity to do some important things for your houseplants that will set them up for good growth for the rest of the year. One of these things is repotting. Now is definitely the time to start repotting your houseplants. I’ve had many people asking me over the last few months if it’s time to water or repot their houseplants yet. Generally speaking, in the dead of winter, it’s not time for that because plants are growing a lot slower than in spring. However, spring is the absolute best time to repot your houseplants.
Before you do any repotting, check for pests and treat if needed. A really good tool for checking for pests is a hand lens or a jeweler’s loop. When you use one of these, you’ll be able to see very small pests that you might have missed with just your eyes. I also have a video on how to use these tools and why they’re great to have in your houseplant toolbox. They will show you things like frass, which is insect poop. This may appear as little black specks on your plants and is an indication that you could have some pests. The jeweler’s loop will reveal a lot of things going on with the leaves that you just can’t see by eyeballing them.
So, definitely check for pests and treat them if needed. In addition to looking for pests and treating them, give your plants a good cleaning. You can use a microfiber cloth to clean off the leaves thoroughly or, even better, give your plants a shower and then thoroughly dry them afterward. If you live in an area where you get spring showers, consider putting your plants out in the rain for a little bit. Just be careful if the rain is heavy, as that could damage the leaves or knock soil out of the pot. Rainwater is wonderful for houseplants, and I have a video on that as well. It will help clean the leaves effectively.
You also want to groom and prune your plants at this time of year to stimulate new growth. Spring is the ideal time for pruning houseplants since they are actively growing and will regrow quickly where you prune them. If you’ve been thinking about pruning a houseplant all winter and haven’t done so, now is the right time. The best time to prune is in the spring, continuing into the early summer months. You can sometimes do a little pruning in the fall as well, but spring is the ideal time.
If you have a plant that doesn’t necessarily need a full repotting but the soil has settled a bit, you can top dress. Top dressing involves putting new soil with added amendments and fertilizer on the top of the plant. Some plants may have settled, leaving space that you would want to cover, especially if the roots are showing. Alternatively, you can carefully remove a little of the old soil without disturbing the roots and then add some new soil on top.
It’s also time to start regular fertilizing in the spring months. I have my Green Gourmet houseplant food, and I’ll include the link for you below. Use something organic, as organic fertilizers are milder and much better for your plants. A general rule of thumb is to fertilize once a month. Some plants may need more, while others may need less. I have an extensive collection of how to grow various types of plants, so you can look that up if you have specific questions. For instance, there’s one on growing chef lara as well.
In addition to the tasks I’ve mentioned, make sure to stake your plants if necessary to ensure they’re not falling over as they grow quickly. Also, check your lighting at this time of year. The winter months have different lighting due to the trajectory of the sun, and this changes as we move into spring. You may find that one window is a lot sunnier all of a sudden, or it could be that a window becomes less sunny. Keep this in mind and move plants around if needed to get the optimum light they require for good growth.
That’s it for spring garden chores! Let me know if you have any other questions about what you should or could be doing at this time of year. Thank you for stopping by today! Please leave any comments about any indoor gardening tutorials you’d like to see. Remember to like, comment, subscribe, and share this video. Also, please check the bell if you’d like to be notified when new videos are released.
Spring Garden Chores for Houseplants
What are some important spring garden chores for houseplants?
In spring, it’s crucial to repot your houseplants, check for pests, clean the leaves, groom and prune the plants, and start a regular fertilizing routine.
Why is spring the best time for repotting houseplants?
Spring is the absolute best time to repot houseplants because plants begin to grow actively, allowing them to recover quickly from the repotting process.
How can I check for pests on my houseplants?
Use a hand lens or a jeweler’s loop to look for very small pests that may not be visible to the naked eye. This can help you spot signs of pest activity, such as frass (insect poop).
What is the best way to clean my houseplants?
You can use a microfiber cloth to wipe down the leaves or give the plants a shower. Rainwater is also beneficial for cleaning leaves, but be cautious of heavy rain that might damage them.
When is the best time to prune houseplants?
Spring is the ideal time to prune houseplants since they are actively growing and will regrow quickly after pruning.
What does top dressing involve?
Top dressing involves adding new soil with amendments and fertilizer on top of the existing soil to replenish nutrients without fully repotting the plant.
How often should I fertilize my houseplants in spring?
It is generally recommended to fertilize houseplants once a month during the spring months. Some plants may require more frequent feeding, while others may need less.
How can I ensure my plants are getting enough light in spring?
Check the lighting conditions in your home, as the sun’s trajectory changes in spring. You may need to move plants to different locations to ensure they receive the optimum light for growth.
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