Backyard and Outdoor Living

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR INDOOR PLANTS

SUNLIGHT

Most indoor plants love growing in a brightly lit room, away from direct sunlight. Plants growing in a position with less than their ideal level of light tend to develop yellow leaves and weak spindly growth. Direct sunlight can, however, burn some tender indoor plants. Adjust the position of your plants around the house and within rooms to give them their preferred amount of sunlight.

TYPES OF POTS

There’s such a fabulous range of attractive pots to choose from, including earthy terracotta, colourful ceramic, cost-effective plastic and lightweight fibreglass. To ensure good drainage, the pot should have adequate holes.

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