Houseplant 101: Episode Five

Feeding your houseplants is just as important as watering them, so make sure you get it right with the tips in episode five of Houseplant 101
 

Over time, your houseplants will use up the nutrients available to them in the soil in their pots. With consistent watering too, nutrients will be washed out – so it’s important to keep the soil topped up with the feed that’s right for your type of houseplant.

In episode five of Houseplant 101, Alex explains how to feed your plants, as well as the different types of houseplant feed and what plants they’re suitable for.

Watch the rest of the Houseplant 101 series

Episode one

Learn how to care for houseplants

Houseplant 101 begins with an introduction to three main types of indoor plant: cacti, succulents, and foliage plants. Alex runs through what these houseplants need to be happy in your home.

Episode two

Lighting for houseplants

Alex explains how different types of houseplant need different levels of light intensity to be at their best. The video demonstrates what is meant by full sun, bright indirect light and shade.

Episode three

Buying houseplants

Preparing you for your trip to the garden centre to buy your houseplants, Alex covers what you need to consider before handing over your cash.

Episode four

Watering your houseplants

Different plants need varying amounts of water to keep them healthy, but they can also benefit from different watering techniques. Alex demonstrates a few key ways to water houseplants.

Episode six

Managing humidity

Learn what humidity is, why it matters for your houseplants and what humidity levels different plants need, along with tips on raising the humidity in your home.

Episode seven

How to repot houseplants

Find out how and when to repot your houseplants. Repotting your houseplants can give them replenished soil, more room to grow and prevent them from becoming pot bound.

Episode eight

Houseplant soil mixes

Alex explains what components to use and how to combine a houseplant soil mix that gives good drainage and the ideal environment for your indoor plants.

Episode nine

Propagating succulents

Want to expand your houseplant collection? This episode of Houseplant 101 shows you how to propagate succulents in three simple steps.

Episode ten

Create a terrarium

In this final episode of the Houseplant 101 series, Alex shows you how to create a beautiful terrarium with a choice of three houseplants.
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