{"id":287,"date":"2023-04-04T09:05:57","date_gmt":"2023-04-04T09:05:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iftest.igp.com\/blog\/?p=287"},"modified":"2024-06-12T07:32:52","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T07:32:52","slug":"how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/blog\/how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-plants","title":{"rendered":"How To Extend The Life Of Your Plants"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s Earth Day today! And that calls for a tribute to Mother Earth. The nurturer, provider and keeper. This year\u2019s theme, \u2018Invest in Our Planet\u2019 is truly fitting since it\u2019s the call of the hour. It makes you think and re-think about the role you play in safeguarding the planet.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to play your part, then remember, sustainability starts at home. And you can contribute to Earth\u2019s well-being by simply looking after the greens around you. It doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019ve got a green thumb or an occasional flair for gardening, just a few simple steps can prolong the life of your plants and in return give back to nature two-fold.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_66_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/blog\/how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-plants\/#Know_your_plant\" title=\"Know your plant\">Know your plant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/blog\/how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-plants\/#Pick_the_right_pot\" title=\"Pick the right pot\">Pick the right pot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/blog\/how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-plants\/#Pick_the_right_soil\" title=\"Pick the right soil\">Pick the right soil<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/blog\/how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-plants\/#Compost_waste_to_use_as_fertilizer\" title=\"Compost waste to use as fertilizer\">Compost waste to use as fertilizer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_your_plant\"><\/span><strong>Know your plant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s true that plants need water and sunlight to survive. But it\u2019s also true that too much can have adverse effects. To begin with, know the plants at home. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/plants-gifts\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/plants-gifts\">Plants<\/a><\/strong> like Succulents and Pothos require minimum watering but Begonias and Impatiens need to be watered regularly. Once you\u2019re more mindful of your plant\u2019s needs, it\u2019s easier to give them a longer life.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/p-the-good-fortune-155074\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/p-the-good-fortune-155074\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcreatives.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog-1681797956193.jpg\" alt=\"Plant in Pot\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/blogcreatives.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog-1681797956193.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pick_the_right_pot\"><\/span><strong>Pick the right pot<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Different in shape, size and make, pots act as a catalyst in a plant\u2019s healthy life. When choosing a pot, ensure that it has enough space for your plant to grow. Pick a pot with a diameter that\u2019s wider than the diameter of the plant\u2019s root mass. And double-check for drainage holes too.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/p-aloe-vera-plant-in-pink-metal-planter-149537\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.interflora.in\/p-aloe-vera-plant-in-pink-metal-planter-149537\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blogcreatives.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog-1681797956071.jpg\" alt=\"Aloe Vera in Pot\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/blogcreatives.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog-1681797956071.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pick_the_right_soil\"><\/span><strong>Pick the right soil<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Plants thrive in soil conditions that are best suited for them. It\u2019s imperative to give them the right ingredients and for that follow some thumb rules that will aid in your plant\u2019s longer life: Potting soil should be light and fluffy and the ingredients must include peat moss and vermiculite.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compost_waste_to_use_as_fertilizer\"><\/span><strong>Compost waste to use as fertilizer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, plants do require fertilizers but who said they can\u2019t be made at home? Start composting at home with all your food waste to create the finest fertilizer. It\u2019ll provide the right nutrition and keep the plant healthy throughout the year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s Earth Day today! And that calls for a tribute to Mother Earth. The nurturer, provider and keeper. 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