Most of the known houseplants are from the tropics. They prefer warm temperatures over 45 degrees and love humidity. Some of the common ones include Calatheas, Orchids, Croton, and other novelty plants. But when we warm our homes in winter it dries the air and this can lead to browning or wilting of the leaves especially at the margin and tips. This makes the plant vulnerable to an infestation by the red spider mite that feeds on the sap causes the leaves to have yellow blotches and weakens the plant. 

 

Many indoor plants do poorly in dry environments while species with thin leaves are most affected. If you have indoor ferns including the maidenhair fern (Adiantum raddianum), palms like Chamaedorea elegans, or the prayer plant(Calathea, Maranta), then monitor your plants during winter and follow the guide below to make sure they are healthy. 

1. Do Not Expose Plants To Excess Heat or Cold

Do not place houseplants near heaters and other heat sources. Not only will any leaves that come in contact with a heater turn black, but relative humidity will be the lowest as well. If you have under floor heating then large plants should be placed on a small table or plant stand raised from the ground. Do not place plants in doors or hallways as drafts reduce humidity. Make sure you know all about the watering tips for better humidity. You should always search about how much you should water your houseplant.

2. Spray With Water

The simplest method of increasing air humidity is by spraying the plants with a fine droplet of water. It is preferable to use rain water which is free from chemicals or lime and preferably the water used should be tepid when applied. When watering the plants, especially using a misting system, it’s preferable to take them to the sink or bath because they cause damage to wood and fabric based furniture. Spray your plant using a plant mister and water the leaves of the plant. This will increase the humidity around the plant but the increase is not long lasting. Always avoid spraying plants with furry leaves for instance African Violet, Purple Heart Plant, and Philodendron Micans Velvet among others. There is some structure like ‘hair’ on the leaves which retains water on the foliage and this results in pests on the leaves.

3.Stand Plants On Gravel

For example, if you put plants in a gravel tray, this means that you have a higher level of humidity. When the water evaporates the air becomes moist. Select a big plate or a flat, small bowl, put a layer of pebbles and put the plants on it. Add water to the level of the gravel so that it does not dry up but also avoid filling it to the extent that you see water on the surface regularly. 

4. Use a Humidifier

A heater on the other hand is used to increase the amount of heat in your home while a humidifier is used in increasing the amount of humidity in your home. Not only it is good for the plants but it is good for you also particularly during some dry periods.

 5.Create a Microclimate

Group several plants together, forming a humid area. If possible you should put a dish of water or a small watering can in the center as an extra which will increase the humidity as the water evaporates.

6.Grow Under Glass

Terrarium is another idea in case you have some delicate plants that you would wish to protect from winter. These glass containers hold moisture and create a humid environment for the foods. Aquarium, preferably second-hand, or a large glass jar with a lid if the plants are not large. Put it in the soil, give it a drink of water and then there is no need to water it for the next several months. 

 7.Use Sphagnum Moss

 

You can provide the appropriate humidity for plants by simply covering your soil with sphagnum moss. This is a good way of raising the humidity level for one plant. Moss contains a large amount of water which evaporates and when it does so, it increases the humidity. It also helps the soil to retain moisture so that it does not dry up quickly. This is a cheap method. 

What Should Be the Optimal Humidity for Plant?

 As mentioned before, the optimal humidity of the environment differs in accordance with the type of plant and the plant’s growth cycle. Temperature is also an important factor, but the weather or your home environment can also influence the humidity level needed. Tropical regions are characterized by heavy rainfall and hot, wet summers. The humidity in these regions is around 70 to 90%. Homes are usually very low in humidity. Especially during winters, when the heating systems remove all the moisture, the humidity levels goes as low as 20% or even lower.

0% –20% is when the air will normally be too dry for most houseplants at this level, but your cactus or succulents will tolerate right down to about 10% lowest. 20% – 40% is the normal indoor location humid level. Some plants will grow well than others, particularly tropical ones, won't blossom, and will end up with limp leaves. 40% – 60% is proper humidity for most homes during summer and, in most cases, the ideal humidity level for most plants to grow. 

Other plants can readily survive with specific mechanisms of increasing humidity through misting. The level allows for maximum flowering and vegetation. 60% – 80% may be hard to maintain and comfortable to be held in the home setting but can easily be provided in a greenhouse. Ideal for tropical plants. 80%+is Impossible to gain at home, but some plants like pineapples will require incredibly high humidity. Approximately 90%! The level will also suit germination and seedling growth.

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