Here are some tips to keep house plants healthy, even when we turn on the radiators
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves himHere are some tips to keep house plants healthy, even when we turn on the radiators
In winter, having the heaters on for many hours a day can pay off particularly dry the air in our apartment. This can have negative effects not only on our health: dry eyes and mouth, respiratory problems (which mainly affect children, the elderly and people already suffering from diseases such as asthma) are among the most common "unwanted effects" of too much air. dry.
But there are also other living beings that can be negatively affected by the dry air of heaters: ours houseplants. If we have plants in the house and we begin to notice dry, withered or yellowed leaves, it means that the environment in which they are located is not ideal for their well-being. What can we do to save our houseplants without giving up the heat from radiators? First, we need to make sure that the soil present in the pot is well hydrated and moist: just touch the soil with your fingertips to check the level of humidity. Should it be dry and barren, let's try to give our plant a little water, but pay attention to how we do it: a little water given often (even up to twice a day) to prevent the plant from "drowning" in too much liquid, which will cause the roots to rot. We can also use a nebulizer and spray a little water on the leaves and flowers, in order to ensure them the right humidity; this habit also allows us to keep the leaves cleaner, because it prevents dust from settling there.
(Read also: The most beautiful houseplants that will keep us company during the winter)
Second, it is good move the plant away from the heat source, which contributes to worsening their health. We can put it near the window (be careful, however, that the glass is not too cold: this could still stress the plant) or in any case in a place that is not affected too much by the heat emanating from the radiators. Finally, we can start using a humidifier, in metal or ceramic. It is a container filled with water at room temperature that hangs on an element of our radiator and which allows us to keep the air in the house more humid: the water contained within it will evaporate in contact with the heat of the radiator. , maintaining a good level of humidity in the apartment. If we don't have a humidifier, we can place a glass jar on the radiator (even one of the legumes or jam) in which we will have put some water: our plants will thank us!
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