If you love plants, and springtime finds you outdoors digging and weeding, then many might call you a “gardener.” Once you transfer your affinity for the living green to the inside of your home, gardening merges with housekeeping and caring for indoor plants has become a part of your household duties.

Plants add dimension to your home – they occupy space, add color, and enhance your décor. For all they provide, they do ask for your attention to keep them healthy and attractive.

Some plants like to feel their roots moist all the time, but they do not want to feel wet. Others need a little drying-out time, so do not water them too often.

2. Plants need light

There are fussy types of plants in many homes. Some plants prefer a south window, while others wilt with too much sunlight. Many plants prefer either southeast or northwest exposure to get the right amount.

Healthy soil is their mainstay and should be free from gnats and mites. Plants require fertilizer to keep them growing healthy. Frequent applications help, but you should allow rest time. 

From the above requirements, you may note that plants are not like other items in your home, which may need dusting occasionally. Plants require regular attention.

• Look over your calendar, pencil in convenient times to water and fertilize your plants.
• If you have several plants, it may not be possible to care for them all on the same day. You might decide on certain rooms for certain days to simplify the scheduling.
• Assign children an after-school responsibility if possible.

Plants require water, but your wooden floors may not. Flooring, carpeting, tile, and furniture like desks or tables may need protection from moisture that can accumulate under potted plants. There are pot-holding items that can lessen possible damage. Watering your plants in areas such as a laundry tub may prevent accidental spills.

Housekeeping duties often stretch beyond the usual and include special jobs to make your home pleasingly comfortable for you and your family.