Help your plants thrive.

The six care basics

Light

Match the plant to the light you actually have. Bright indirect light means a bright room but no hard midday sun on the leaves. Stretching or leaning stems mean the plant wants more light.

Water

Check the top few centimetres of soil with a finger before watering. Water deeply, let the excess drain, and never leave a pot standing in water. Overwatering is the most common cause of plant problems.

Soil and drainage

Use a mix that suits the plant: gritty for cactus and succulents, chunky for aroids, moisture-retentive for calatheas. Every pot needs a drainage hole.

Humidity and temperature

Most houseplants are comfortable at normal room temperature. Keep them away from cold drafts and from air-conditioner vents, and group humidity-lovers together.

Feeding

Feed lightly during the growing season and rarely or not at all in cooler months. A weak, regular feed beats a strong occasional one.

Repotting

Move up one pot size when roots fill the pot, usually at the start of the growing season. A too-large pot holds wet soil for too long.

Care guide for every plant

Select a plant for its full care sheet. Need help? Write to help@bambusa.co.in.