The main reason for growing indoor plants in water is to enhance beauty. Seeing the roots between the stones in the sparkling water is mind-blowing. Many people plant it in water because they don’t want to trouble themselves by planting it on the ground. Some people think this is very difficult, but it is not difficult at all.
Why to plant Indoor plants in water
- Low maintenance
- No soil mean no dirt
- Easy to grow
- More beautiful than planting in soil
Selecting the right plants which grow in water
- Pothos
- Snake plant
- Lucky bamboo
- Begonia
- Inch plant
- Peace lily
- Philodendron
- Monstera
- Syngonium
- Spider plant
- Basil
- Baby tears
- Coleus
- Chinese evergreen
- English ivy
- dracaena
- Rosemary
- Mint
- Arrowhead vine
- caladium
Collecting the plants which you have selected
You can get these plants from a garden near you or can collect them online. In this case, you can buy small cuttings just to plant in water or you can collect the whole plant and cut it yourself.
6 easy steps grow indoor plants in water
1. Cutting
Cut the tree with sharp, clean scissors or pruning shears. If it is a creeper, cut it below the leaves. New roots will grow from the base of this leaf. Do not submerge the leaves in water. If the leaves are submerged, you will have to cut them from the base.
2. Potting
Place the cut shields in the water, and if you have stones in the water, place the shields in the gaps between the stones.
3. Watering
Use pure and clean water for disease prevention and faster plant growth.
4. Feeding
Apply liquid fertilizer a few weeks after planting. It will make the plant grow faster. Use fertilizer according to package directions.
5. Seating
Select the location of the plant according to the plant variety. It is best if you can place the plant near a window or in a place that receives light. If that is not possible, use artificial light.
6. light/ temperature
Since all the plants discussed above can thrive in very low light, you can keep them indoors in such conditions. However, it is best to place them near a window with good light. This will keep the plants fresh and beautiful, help them grow bigger and faster, and reduce the likelihood of disease. If you can’t provide good natural light, you can use artificial light.
Conclusion
Growing plants in water is a delightful and low-maintenance way to bring greenery into your home. With a bit of care and the right conditions, you can enjoy a beautiful, thriving indoor garden. Happy planting!
