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=== 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. 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.

=== Toxicity ===

Plants sold in any store can vary in levels of toxicity and some may even require specific handling. The most important thing a plant owner must know is how toxic (if not outright poisonous) their plants are. Do you have pets or kids who might try to chew on these plants? Then you must do everything you can to keep them out of reach. Always check the toxicity of any plant you buy, don't assume anything based on the species of plant. Some plants can be misclassified with deceptive names. For example, most palm trees are non-toxic, but the "Sago Palm" is not a real palm tree and can cause liver failure in humans if any part of it is ingested. Some plants like the Pothos are only mildly toxic, and will most likely cause discomfort long before /enough of it is ingested to cause serious issues. Use your own personal judgement.

=== Light Preference ===

Different types of houseplants need different levels of light, and it is important to know how much each plant requires. If a plant doesn't require much light, you may be able to keep it several feet away from a window, but some plants marked as "low light tolerant" may grow better with more light than advertised, so always check each individual plant.

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 === 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. 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.
+=== Toxicity ===
+Plants sold in any store can vary in levels of toxicity and some may even require specific handling. The most important thing a plant owner must know is how toxic (if not outright poisonous) their plants are. Do you have pets or kids who might try to chew on these plants? Then you must do everything you can to keep them out of reach. Always check the toxicity of any plant you buy, don't assume anything based on the species of plant. Some plants can be misclassified with deceptive names. For example, most palm trees are non-toxic, but the "Sago Palm" is not a real palm tree and can cause liver failure in humans if any part of it is ingested. Some plants like the Pothos are only mildly toxic, and will most likely cause discomfort long before /enough of it is ingested to cause serious issues. Use your own personal judgement.
 === Light Preference ===
+Different types of houseplants need different levels of light, and it is important to know how much each plant requires. If a plant doesn't require much light, you may be able to keep it several feet away from a window, but some plants marked as "low light tolerant" may grow better with more light than advertised, so always check each individual plant.
 Variegation