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== Determining Plant Health == | == Determining Plant Health == | ||
When you see a plant for sale in a physical space, observe it. How healthy do it's leaves look? Are they turning yellow or brown? If the tips of it's leaves are brown, or its leaves have holes, this may indicate problems, but can be normal on some types of plant. Sagging plants are problematic, but depending on the species they may just bounce back after being watered. Look very closely at the plant to observe for pests, some like the Spidermite may be as small as a speck of dust. Finally check the soil. How dry does it feel? Unless it's a cactus or succulent, most plants wont be happy with dry soil and can indicate the level of care the plant has received. If it's roots are popping out of the soil the soil that is often a sign that the plant will need to be repotted very soon. It's a great idea to consult the seller or search the internet when you see things like this | When you see a plant for sale in a physical space, observe it. How healthy do it's leaves look? Are they turning yellow or brown? If the tips of it's leaves are brown, or its leaves have holes, this may indicate problems, but can be normal on some types of plant. Sagging plants are problematic, but depending on the species they may just bounce back after being watered. Look very closely at the plant to observe for pests, some like the Spidermite may be as small as a speck of dust. Finally check the soil. How dry does it feel? Unless it's a cactus or succulent, most plants wont be happy with dry soil and can indicate the level of care the plant has received. If it's roots are popping out of the soil the soil that is often a sign that the plant will need to be repotted very soon. It's a great idea to consult the seller or search the internet when you see things like this<gallery> | ||
File:PXL 20251005 162251237.RAW-01.COVER.jpg|Overgrown roots are very common | |||
File:Stevia rebaudiana TSWV symptoms 14.jpg|Damaged Leaves | |||
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== Plant Toxicity Levels and Other Safety Hazards == | == Plant Toxicity Levels and Other Safety Hazards == | ||
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!Light Levels | !Light Levels | ||
!Average Watering | !Average Watering | ||
!Other Information | !Other Information | ||
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but can tolerate low light. | but can tolerate low light. | ||
|Biweekly | |Biweekly | ||
|Leaf damage is often permanent; handle with care. Plant is capable of breaking pots it's inside of if root maintenance is not done several times a year. | |Leaf damage is often permanent; handle with care. Plant is capable of breaking pots it's inside of if root maintenance is not done several times a year. | ||
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|bright, direct sunlight | |bright, direct sunlight | ||
|Biweekly | |Biweekly | ||
|Its spines and shape might make it a small challenge to re-pot. Use a lifting utensil to remove it from it's pot. | |Its spines and shape might make it a small challenge to re-pot. Use a lifting utensil to remove it from it's pot. | ||
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|bright, indirect light | |bright, indirect light | ||
|Biweekly | |Biweekly | ||
|Despite lower cold tolerance, it does not handle frost very well. It stores so much water in it's leaves that overwatering can greatly harm it. Aloe Vera pieces can be rubbed on skin to heal burns. | |Despite lower cold tolerance, it does not handle frost very well. It stores so much water in it's leaves that overwatering can greatly harm it. Aloe Vera pieces can be rubbed on skin to heal burns. | ||
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|Moderately toxic when ingested, its roots are more toxic than the leaves. | |Moderately toxic when ingested, its roots are more toxic than the leaves. | ||
|60°F to 75°F | |60°F to 75°F | ||
| | |Low Light | ||
| | |Biweekly (may depend on climate and plant) | ||
| | |A very hardy slow growing plant known for being able to withstand neglect and low light. Just give them soil with good drainage, and make sure they are thoroughly watered. If you still notice brown leaf tips, switch over to distilled water. | ||
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=== Easy Plants With Special Needs === | === Easy Plants With Special Needs === | ||
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|Moderately toxic when ingested. | |Moderately toxic when ingested. | ||
|21°C 32°C | |21°C 32°C | ||
|Low | |Low (but can tolerate bright, indirect light) | ||
|Weekly | |Weekly | ||
|Pothos come in many different colored varieties. They are climbing plants that like to root their vines. They will either need specific poles to grow on or be periodically trimmed to promote healthy growth. | |Pothos come in many different colored varieties. They are climbing plants that like to root their vines. They will either need specific poles to grow on or be periodically trimmed to promote healthy growth. | ||
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|Bright, Indirect light | |Bright, Indirect light | ||
|Twice Weekly | |Twice Weekly | ||
|Calatheas come in many varieties, often in shades of green or dark purple. They are very picky plants. They need their soil to be consistently moist (but not waterlogged), they need high humidity, specific levels and durations of brightness, and they re happiest when watered with distilled water. They move around a lot each day to signal when they are ready for sunlight, which may help the plant owner set a timer for | |Calatheas come in many varieties, often in shades of green or dark purple. They are very picky plants. They need their soil to be consistently moist (but not waterlogged), they need high humidity, specific levels and durations of brightness, and they re happiest when watered with distilled water. They move around a lot each day to signal when they are ready for sunlight, which may help the plant owner set a timer for a grow light to point at it. | ||
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== Watering Your Plant == | == Watering Your Plant == | ||