It’s Time to Prune Your Houseplants: Here’s How the Experts Do It
Bloomscape’s resident "Plant Mom," AKA horticulturalist Joyce Mast, gives us the scoop on how to prep your plant buddies for their dormant season.
Bloomscape’s resident "Plant Mom," AKA horticulturalist Joyce Mast, gives us the scoop on how to prep your plant buddies for their dormant season.
After a long summer of sun and growth, it might be time to check in on your houseplants. We talked to direct-to-consumer plant shop Bloomscape to get their expertise on keeping your blooms in tip-top shape as they settle down for the colder months.
Gather Your Supplies
Photo: Bloomscape
You’ll need a pair of sharp scissors or pruning shears.
Remove Any Dead or Dying Leaves
This living room is filled with an array of plants that include a moss wall, an air plant wall, Staghorn Ferns, a variety of potted plants, hanging ceiling plants, and trees.
Photo: Kate Glicksberg
Toss any fallen leaves from the soil (they can attract pests and create an environment for mold), and locate all yellowing or brown crispy leaves. Cut the leaves that are brown or yellow at the base, which is either near the stem or at the soil. For brown or yellowing tips, remove just the affected edge or spots.
Trim Healthy Leaves to Encourage New Growth
In place of "unnecessary" decorative items, the designers opted to fill rooms with houseplants.
Photo: IKEA
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