Are you already planning your vacation, but worried about your houseplants while you're away? Don't worry, because with these tips you will travel carefree and the chances of your plants surviving will be significantly higher!
1. Before leaving, give them the water check!
Check the moisture of the potting soil well enough before departure. Make sure all your plants have slightly moist potting soil and get one last watering before you pack your bags. That way, your plants won't just suddenly get dried out when you can't be there to check in between.
2. Evaporate in sunlight
By temporarily giving plants more shade during your vacation, you make sure they are a little less likely to be thirsty. Close the curtains a little further or move the plants a little further from the window. This way the water from the leaves and potting soil evaporates less quickly.
3. Ask a caregiver
Will you be away for more than a week or do you have very precious or difficult plants that need extra care? Then ask an acquaintance if they would care for your plants temporarily during your absence. This can already take the form of a weekly check-up. Put down a list of instructions so you can be sure your precious green babies will survive.
4. Neglected flora
Do you spend a lot of time on vacation or can't arrange for someone to look after plants while you're away? Then choose easy plants that do not require too much attention in terms of care. Cacti, green Monstera deliciosa, succulents, Hoyas and Zamioculcas are all examples of plants that can take a beating and go a little longer without water.
5. IKEA greenhouse cabinet
Most plant lovers have heard of this cool trend: the miniature greenhouse in an IKEA display cabinet. In it, a climate can be controlled fairly easily with lights, misting and fans.
By maintaining the humidity in your absence in this kind of mini climate, it is even easier to ensure that your plants can survive your absence in good health. Do test beforehand what your plants need in terms of adjustment to make sure the plants don't stay too wet, for example. Too high humidity in stagnant air can cause fungi and bacteria to thrive. So there should always be some air circulation.
Summary
Now you have a manual to help your green friends survive during your vacation. Safe trip!
