By Alyna Rei, Plant Specialist

Ever wonder how to keep your plants in perfect shape? Well, you’re about to learn how! My plants used to be either underwatered or overwatered, but now after learning Alyna’s tips and tricks, they are perfect and fresh. Here’s how to keep your plants green and healthy. – Editor Ani Madanyan

Taking care of your plants can be very easy, but it depends on the type of plant. There are many different methods to watering your plants. Here are my three favorites suggestions. 

My favorite method of watering plants is to get a container the size of your plant and put said plant in the container. Next, fill the container (NOT THE PLANT!) with room temperature water. Depending on the plant, you should always check how thirsty your plant can be. Check by lightly touching the soil. The soil should be dry to the touch before watering. This method is good for smaller plants so they don’t get overwatered. 

The second method for plant hydration would be using a spray bottle. This method is great for plants that don’t need a lot of water. First, fill the spray bottle with cool water, then spray the soil a couple of times. You should repeat this method when the soil runs dry. Remember: you can easily tell by just feeling the soil. WARNING! Do NOT spray just the leaves. That will kill the plant.

The last watering method is for outdoor plants. These plants won’t do well if you keep them indoors. You should have a garden hose around. Make sure the hose setting isn’t so intense that it tears the plant. First, water the roots of the plant. That is where the water is most needed. Next, water the leaves of the plant to make sure that the leaves are staying hydrated. 

There are some rules to keeping a happy plant. 

• Rule number 1, do not drown the plant with too much water. This will make the leaves turn yellow.
• Rule number 2, make sure your plant has enough sunlight. With the indoor plants, you should put the plant somewhere that has a little indirect sun. With the outdoor plants, make sure there is access to full sunlight.
• The 3rd and final rule is to treat your plant with care! It’s better to start with easier plants like pothos, succulents, and jades. These plants are great for beginners because they don’t require a lot of work. 

Have fun watering these green friends. Don’t stress it; just treat them like an alive being, and you’ll be good!