Do you love your plants so much that you are thinking of not going on holiday so you can constantly look after them ? You are wrong! Hurry and book your holidays with complete peace of mind, because we have the solution to keep your plants healthy even when you are away .
With these practical tips , you will ensure that they have the right amount of water, perfect humidity and enough light and oxygen to survive.
Don’t go on holiday without doing so. Otherwise you can say goodbye to your plants!
Before leaving for holidays, do not leave the plants closed in the house, because they would wither. Move them to the balcony, terrace or garden. But be careful, not everywhere! Look for a shaded corner where they are not exposed to direct sunlight. If you cannot find this sheltered area, obtain these breathable non-woven fabric sheets in a specialized shop and cover them carefully . First, however, it is necessary to clean them by removing the dried flowers and leaves to let the sap circulate again.
Spread straw and bark on the ground to keep the soil moist. But don’t fertilize. During the summer, plants need water to quench their thirst, not additional substances that could slow down their absorption. To this end, you can place them outside the house . If you have an automatic watering system, program it or, if not, water it yourself.
It’s that simple!
Take an empty 1.5 liter plastic bottle. Drill 2 or 3 very small holes in the cap. Fill it with water and close it. Check that the water drains and place it in the first jar as close to the stem as possible. Make another small hole in the bottom to facilitate drainage and avoid internal pressure. Proceed in this way for each of your plants.
This way, you ensure good watering for your plants during your absence and recycle plastic in an ingenious way.
Now pack your bags and have a nice holiday!