Reading the light
The single biggest factor in whether a plant thrives. Learn to see your rooms the way a plant does.
Bright indirect means lots of daylight but no harsh direct sun on the leaves.
A north window is gentle; a south window is strong and may need a sheer.
If you can read a book comfortably without a lamp, most plants will cope.
Yellowing lower leaves often means too little light, not too little water.
More care guides
Watering without fear
More houseplants die from kindness than neglect. Here is how to get it right.
Read the guideHumidity and happy leaves
Calatheas, ferns and the fussier beauties want moisture in the air, not just the pot.
Read the guideFeeding through the seasons
Plants do most of their growing in spring and summer. Feed them when they want it.
Read the guideKnowing when to repot
A plant outgrowing its pot will tell you. Size up at the right moment and it surges.
Read the guidePut it into practice with a plant you love.
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