Indoor Plant Survival: Mastering Watering and Light Balance

Indoor plants depend entirely on you for water and light—two factors that kill more houseplants than pests or disease.

Water by Touch, Not Calendar

Feel soil before watering. Damp? Wait. Dry and crumbly? Water thoroughly until drainage appears. Overwatering suffocates roots as effectively as drought.

Compensate for Reduced Light

Windows filter sunlight. Research each plant's needs—some tolerate lower light, others demand supplementals. Rotate regularly for even growth.