User Manual
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Humidity:
Some indoor plants need high humidity and excellent air circulation for
optimal growth. Humidity below 20% is considered low, up to 50% is
medium, and above 50% is high. Many plants come from tropical regions
and require high humidity. Since most homes have low humidity levels,
you can do a few things to increase humidity.
Place plants close together. Plants naturally humidify the air
around them.
Set your plants on a tray of pebbles filled with water.
Use a humidifier if your air is very dry.
Take caution when misting plants, especially if your plant has hairy leaves.
Your plant may be more susceptible to disease and mildew. You may want
to consider adding a fan to increase air circulation.
Pots & Containers:
To start your garden, you need the right type of container for your plant.
The container should have drainage holes so all water can be drained out.
Plants that are grown indoors cannot sit in waterlogged soil or they will die.
Unpainted clay and ceramic pots are also susceptible to mold, we highly
recommend painting new clay pots or buying plastic pots.
Watering:
Often overlooked, watering your plants properly is important. When
dealing with how much water to apply, consider the plant type, plant size,
container size, soil moisture and light intensity. For most plants, when
deciding when you should water, feel the soil by pushing your finger about
1 inch below the dirt’s surface. If the soil is still moist, do not water the
plant. Overwatering can lead to root rot, mildew, and disease. Water meters
are available at most greenhouses to simplify watering.
Soil:
Do not use top soil or soil from your garden! We recommend that you find a
high quality, pre-mixed soil at your local garden stores designed for indoor
plant growth. Top soil and garden soil have very poor drainage abilities and
you may introduce unwanted pests in your home. Plants need soil which
will ventilate the air and drain the water efficiently. If you find your pre-
mixed soil does not drain well, you can add perlite, coarse sand, or peat
moss to increase drainage. Different plants grow better in different soil,
make sure you know which soil you plant needs before planting.