215 4 Things You Need to Know about Winter and Houseplants | Growing Joy with Plants | Podcast
Channel: Growing Joy with Maria
Date: 2023-12-18

The winter can be challenging for indoor tropical houseplants that thrive in hot, humid environments. While our houseplants do not experience the true dormancy of outdoor deciduous plants (plants that drop all their leaves at some point in the year), they can enter a period of slowed growth known as “quiescence.” During this time, they require adjusted care to stay happy and healthy. After keeping houseplants for many winters and making my share of mistakes, I want to share the knowledge I’ve gained about their winter care needs in this episode.

In this episode, we learn:
[04:05] Dormancy vs quiescence
[05:47] Why winter is a great time to explore your inner quiescence
[06:25] #1 The light levels are going to change
[07:14] Why some plants might have more light availability during winter (exception to the rule)
[08:29] Few things to do to help your plants survive the winter when there is less light available
[10:13] #2 Your houseplants are going to hate your heaters
[12:18] Tips for dealing with dry heat
[15:05] Where can you find quality products for your indoor and outdoor planting needs?
[16:43] Looking for unique and soothing chimes as a holiday gift?
[18:48] #3 Winter is the time that pests like to show up
[19:51] How to deal with plant pests
[21:41] #4 Fertilize if you see new growth
[23:28] I just got a Monstera Thai constellation!
[24:26] Bonus Tip #1: Don’t freak out that much about dropping leaves
[25:36] Bonus Tip #2: If you’re dying, force bulbs inside!
[27:14] Key insights you can learn to experience quiescence in your life!

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