Houseplant Spring Care: 5 Key Steps to Help Your Plants Thrive

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your houseplants as they come out of dormancy. Here are 5 essential tips to keep your plants healthy and thriving:

1. Increase Light Exposure

As the days get longer, your plants will need more light. Move them closer to windows or rotate them regularly to ensure they get even sunlight. Just be cautious of placing them in direct sunlight if they’re not used to it.

2. Adjust Watering

With the warmer weather, your plants may need more water, but be careful not to overwater. Always check the soil before watering—if the top layer is dry, it's time to water.

3. Start Fertilising

Spring is the growing season, so it’s a good time to start feeding your plants with a balanced fertiliser to support new growth. Follow the recommended dosage to avoid overfeeding. There’s loads to choose from but I just dilute normal outdoor fertiliser. 

4. Repot if Needed

If your plants have outgrown their pots, spring is the best time to repot them. Look for signs like roots poking out of the drainage holes or slowed growth, indicating they need more space.

5. Prune and Clean

Trim away any dead leaves or leggy growth, and wipe down the leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and pests. This will help your plants breathe easier and encourage healthy growth. If you’re a little hesitant about cutting houseplants now is a great time as they will experience a lot of growth over the next few months so any mistakes aren’t likely to be permanent.

 

So there you have it, 5 simple quick tips for caring for houseplants! Good luck.