And with proper care, poinsettias may be grown on to flower again the next year. Light Gardens Houseplant Care and Advice Indoor gardeners cope with poor light conditions by growing plants under artificial light. A number of plants grow quite well under a combination of cool white fluorescent and regular incandescent lights. If something is actually attacking a house plant it is usually an insect. Diseases are not common on most house plants.
Many factors determine when a plant needs to be watered.
The potting soil can contain several ingredients but must be well drained. Add organic matter such as peat moss for plants requiring more soil moisture. Moisture will pass through the sides of clay pots. This trait will help overwatered plants dry out more quickly. Houseplant Care and Advice House plants drop leaves for many reasons but most are related to improper care or poor growing conditions.