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Care Guides

Straightforward advice from our botanists to keep your plants healthy. No jargon, no fuss — just what works.

Watering

•Check the top 2–3 cm of soil before watering — if it is dry, water thoroughly until it drains from the bottom.
•Most houseplants prefer to dry out slightly between waterings. Overwatering kills more plants than underwatering.
•Use room-temperature water. Cold water can shock tropical roots.

Light

•"Bright indirect" means within 1–2 metres of a window but out of direct sun rays.
•Rotate your plant a quarter turn each week so it grows evenly.
•If leaves are pale or leggy, the plant needs more light. If they are scorched or bleached, move it back from the window.

Temperature & Humidity

•Most tropical houseplants are comfortable between 18 °C and 28 °C — the same range you are comfortable in.
•Keep plants away from air-conditioning vents and draughty doorways.
•Group plants together or place them on a pebble tray with water to raise local humidity.

Repotting

•Repot when roots circle the bottom of the pot or grow through the drainage hole — usually every 12–18 months.
•Go up only one pot size (2–3 cm wider). Too much soil holds excess moisture.
•Use a well-draining potting mix. We recommend adding perlite or pumice for extra aeration.

Pruning

•Remove yellow or dead leaves promptly — they drain energy from the plant.
•Cut just above a node (the bump on the stem where a leaf joins) to encourage bushier growth.
•Use clean, sharp scissors or secateurs to avoid crushing stems.

Pest Control

•Inspect new plants before bringing them near your collection. Quarantine for a week if possible.
•Wipe leaves with a damp cloth regularly — it removes dust and deters spider mites.
•For mealybugs and scale, dab with rubbing alcohol on a cotton bud. For fungus gnats, let the soil dry out fully between waterings.