As end of year approaching, the organization and plans come down, most of the time, to packing your bags, checking where you are going to stay and how to get there. So it’s easy to forget what needs to be taken care of while you’re away, and that includes the plants.
In the summer periods, the seedlings need even more care, as they are active and working most of the time. Asking a friend or coworker to take care of that delicate branch prevents any scares, but you can also prepare yourself in a few ways:
Water them generously before you go
If you’re going to be away from home for a week or two, you can water well its branches before you go, but be sure to let the water drain so the plant doesn’t drown. A bathtub it’s a great spot for that.
Vacations longer than two weeks require a little more planning. Ask a friend or co-worker to water your pots or even allow them to bring them to your home or office.
If this is not possible, adding mulch, stones or pine bark to the substrate is a way to preserve moisture.
You can also cover your seedling with a transparent plastic bag after watering, with some slits for air circulation, to make an improvised greenhouse or to position all the species you have together in a small space – like the bathroom -, but as long as there is One window.
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Beware of too much sunlight
Some more common tropical species can start to wilt after many days without direct sunlight and results after a week or two can be difficult.
If you usually place them on the windowsill, bring them about 30 cm to the center of the room, that way they receive light without the soil drying out. This change is not necessary for succulents, as they thrive in drought-like conditions.
Stabilize your home temperature
Temperature fluctuations from open windows can seriously damage houseplants that prefer stable conditions. Move branches away from drafts for best results.
*Via Apartment Therapy