How to clean foliage plants that ar...
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How to clean foliage plants that are often overlooked
You may not want to clean your houseplants when your house is already messy. However, foliage plants, like other things, get dirty and dusty.
Cleaning foliage plants requires a certain amount of know-how. Many cleaning agents (including gentle soaps) damage plant leaves and roots.
This time, I will introduce how to clean plants without damaging them.
Why You Need to Clean Your HouseplantsPlant leaves collect dust just like anything else. Too much dust prevents light from reaching the leaves and interferes with photosynthesis.
It may seem hard to believe, but scientific studies have shown that dust affects the productivity of plants.
The dust can also obscure the signs of illness and infection. By keeping the leaves clean, you can spot problems and take appropriate action before they kill your precious plants.
How often should it be cleaned?When to clean your plants depends on the type of plant, how dirty it is, and the air flow in your home.
Apartment Therapy recommends checking the condition of the leaves after every watering. A film of dust is a sign that it should be cleaned.
If your home is dusty or you open your windows frequently, you may need to clean your houseplants more often.
Otherwise, clean it once a week or once every two weeks.
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