A plant doctor explains how to move your indoor plants outside for the summerand the biggest mistakes to avoid.
Your flowers, ferns, and figs feel the very same way.
), the process is a little more complicated than that.
If you dont have any shade, for example, you plants will probably live their best livesinside.
Its best to bring plants out when the night time low temperature is consistently about 55F, he explains.
Otherwise, they could freeze and diewhich wouldnt been a great way to kickoff springtime, right?
horticulture consultant and professor of plant biology and pathology at the New York Botanical Garden
Succulents and cactiare sturdy desert plants.
Now, you may be thinking: How will my plants grow if they dont have any sun?
Satch also recommends giving them alittle fertilizer loveonce youve made the move.
The most common mistakes people make when moving indoor plants outside
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Be patient and wait for weather upwards of 55F, okay?
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Pests are expected, but an infestation is not.
Despite potential infestations, relocating your plants outdoors is still worthwhile, says Satch.
Remember that your plants will growwayfaster and get to enjoy a new habitat for a while.
horticulture consultant and professor of plant biology and pathology at the New York Botanical Garden
(Plus, theyll make your garden parties andbackyard barbecues with friendssomuch prettier.)
Under-watering your plants
While your plants are calling the great outdoors their home, they will need alotmore water.
you’re able to depend on spring and summer showers to help you out.
Youll have to confirm to get out there withyour watering canif its a hot, cloudless day.
(check that yourekeeping yourself extra hydratedduring the heatwave, too.)
When is it time to move your plants back inside?
Its best to bring plants back in when the night time low temperature drops under 55F, says Satch.
Hey, at least youll get to cozy up and enjoy the greatindoorswith them in the cooler months.
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