Indoor plants since ancient times are an integral part of human life. To do this, you need to know 10 basic tips when buying a plant, which are very useful.
10. The right plant choice
When choosing a plant in a store, you should certainly pay attention to a number of factors:
- Firstly, you do not need to purchase plants that stood close to the window, in the aisles or near an open door.
- Secondly, you need to pay attention to the burns that the flower could receive when exposed to sunlight.
- Thirdly, it is necessary to inspect the plant for any damage or disease. Often, signs of any external damage may not be visible in the store, but in the future this may affect the health of the flower.
9. The choice of unpretentiousness
One of the key points when buying a plant is unpretentiousness. Since not all people are flower growers who can spend a huge amount of time with plants, unpretentious flowers are more popular among ordinary people. Among the unpretentious, the most popular are the following: cactus, climera, pelargonium, calamus, goblet, abutilon, asparagus, heliotrope, sedge, ginura and fatsia. Beginners in this matter should not be associated with the following: predators, camellia, columna, eschinatus, dizygoteca, astilbe and alamanda.
8. The role of room lighting in plant life
Different plants require a different amount of light for growth, so when placing them in a room, it is imperative to take into account the demanding factor for light. Here, too, there are two types of flowers: photophilous and shade-loving. Photophilous naturally need light. And, strangely enough, shade-loving ones also need light, but in a smaller quantity than the opposite. Photophilous plants are: rose, almost all cacti, hippeastrum, wallota, euphorbia and gasteria. Shade-loving: ferns, ivies, fatsia, araucaria, sansevieria, anthurium, philodendron, alocasia and noble laurel.
7. The role of room temperature in plant life
Temperature is one of the key factors in plant life. Tropical is extremely necessary heat, subtropical a little less heat. There are types that will be comfortable in a cool room. Warmly loved: dracaena, agave, ferns, villaresia, amaryllis and tradescantia. In a cool climate it will be comfortable: cyclamen, geranium, laurel, araucaria, fuchsia, hydrangea and Chinese rose. In the cold season, you can not keep plants near the battery, as their roots begin to dry out. There are plants that need a lower temperature in the winter (about 10-12 ° C).
6. The role of room humidity in plant life
Most colors are quite demanding on room humidity. Ornamental and decorative flowering plants require a certain moisture content. While others can easily carry dry air: cacti, oleanders, gravels, bilbergia, palm trees, chlorophytums and geraniums. In general, throughout the room the same humidity. It is overpriced only in the bathroom and in the kitchen. A good option for a longer plant life is to install an additional water source, for example, a small fountain.
5. Dimensions of the room and plants
Yes, size matching also plays a pretty important role. It must be remembered that large plants must be placed in spacious rooms for a comfortable existence, in addition, this gives the room a more beautiful appearance. It is not necessary to put many large flowers in one room, because the leaves secrete some substances that under these conditions will not dissipate well, which can lead to headache or insomnia. Small copies, of course, are best placed in small rooms on window sills, cabinets or special shelves - there they will be most comfortable.
4. Determining the location and size of the plant pot
Before buying, you need to measure the place where the plant will stand and measure the pot itself. For example, when placing on a windowsill, the required width and length should not exceed the dimensions of the windowsill itself. When hanging on a wall, it is necessary to take into account the factor that the plant grows over time and can interfere. When placing in a children's room, you need to be very careful, because due to their curiosity the child may suffer.
3. The plant alone and in a group
Here, beauty and general requirements for conditions play a key role. The standout plant can be set alone, as it attracts attention. If the plant is not very prominent, then you can place it next to several flowers. The possibility of creating a composition that will look very bright indoors is not ruled out. At the same time, do not forget about the general requirements for the environment.
2. The positive effect of plants on human health
Years of experience in studying plants have shown their very beneficial effect on human health. A direct influence is exerted on the psychoemotional and physiological level. Leaves of plants attract dust and gases. A floral scent calms the nervous system. Citrus plants are also known to cheer up, while peppermint calms. The most useful properties are: figs, hibiscus, aloe, laurel, Kalanchoe, citrus fruits, rosemary, chlorophytum, myrtle and ficus.
1. The negative impact of plants on human health
There are even plants that are unhealthy. First of all, these are poisonous plants. They have poisonous or toxic juice; poisonous fruits are also possible. Another possible negative phenomenon is allergy. Allergy sufferers need to be careful with: ferns, pelargonium, oleander, alamanda and krinum. People with lung diseases may feel some discomfort.