How to Grow Happy Houseplants

So you bought a houseplant... now what? Caring for houseplants can be as low or high maintenance as you make it! So, make sure you've picked a plant that matches your lifestyle and will thrive in your space! Everyone wants to grow happy houseplants and we have a few secrets for success. Everything from soil choice, to making repotting days easier, and to keeping your plants free of pests contributes to happy houseplants!

Invest in a high quality soil

Happy houseplants start below the surface at the roots! Investing in a high quality, well draining soil is the first step to making your indoor plants thrive. We've really been loving our Rosy Soil products and all the ways they are changing the houseplant soil game! Rosy soil uses biochar as a core ingredient as opposed to peat moss, a common amendment found in most houseplant soils. Biochar is a charcoal like material that's full of carbon and more sustainable than peat moss. According to the Rosy Soil, "Studies have found that biochar improves how soil holds onto both water and nutrients. Its porous structure gives beneficial microbes and fungi a place to thrive, which helps create living, biologically active soil." Essentially, houseplants planted in their biochar formula are stronger and show better root growth! Whether you have a classic tropical houseplant, cacti or orchids, we have a soul formula for you!

Make repotting a breeze

One of the most impactful ways to improve your plants life is by making sure they're happy in their pot! Your plant's vessel is their home and repotting your plant when it needs fresh, nutrient rich soil or a larger pot with room to grow is crucial for successful houseplants. Repotting can be a daunting and messy task, especially if you don't have outdoor space! Any tool to make the experience easier for you is a tool worth having in your kit. Invest in a potting tarp so there’s nothing stopping you from giving your plants the care they deserve! Working with a super small space? We've got you covered with out table top small mat!

Protect and Shine

Finally, let's talk about the leaves! Aesthetic goals and pest protection go hand in hand with our Leaf Care Duo Kit! Proactively prevent pests with We the Wild's Protect Organic Leaf Spray, packed with neem oil plus lemon and eucalyptus scent (no more neem smell!) and their leaf cleaning microfiber gloves. Rub the oil on all your plant leaves with the cleaning gloves for glowing, shiny plants that are ready to fight against common pests. Buy the kit or shop the products individually!

Now you're ready to get planting! Shop online or stop in the store to stock up on helpful tools and amendments to keep your houseplants happy!