Welcome to another edition of the PlantsofK weekly newsletter!

We are right on the verge of the holiday season, and many people have plans for traveling in the next couple months. You might be wondering, “will my plants be okay without me?!” (The answer is likely “yes”). This week’s featured article is about keeping your plants alive while traveling!

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This week’s newsletter will cover:

• How to Keep Your Plants Alive While Traveling

• Plant Spotlight

• NEW! Upcoming Planty Events

• Ask PlantsofK

• As Seen on TikTok

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Sincerely,

Kristen

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How to Keep Your Plants Alive While Traveling

The holidays can be a joyful time traveling to see loved ones, but leaving your houseplants behind can be worrisome. To ensure your plants stay happy while you're away, here are five simple tips for plant care during your travels.

Watering

Before leaving, water your plants thoroughly. Even if you don’t normally bottom water, this is a good method for making sure your plants are thoroughly watered before your trip. However, make sure the pots have drainage to avoid overwatering or letting your plant sit in water while you are away, otherwise this can lead to other issues like root rot. For extended trips, use self-watering devices or plant saucers with water reservoirs to keep the soil moist.

Lighting

Adjusting the amount of lighting your plants receive can help to slow down how soon your plant will need water again while you are gone. Assuming your plants are in a place that typically meets their lighting needs, adjust their positioning or environment to get a little less light than what they usually receive. However, this does not mean NO light. Do still make sure your plants are receiving adequate lighting, just a little less than usual.

Humidity

Group your plants together to maintain humidity. This creates a mini-environment with higher moisture levels. Additionally, you can place a tray with water and pebbles near your plants. As the water evaporates, it increases the air's humidity.

Pruning

Before your trip, trim any yellowing or dead leaves and spent blooms. This reduces stress on the plants and redirects energy for healthier growth. A little pruning helps them stay vigorous in your absence.

Plant Sitter

A weekend or even a week-long trip away from your plants probably will not impact their health. But if you're gone for an extended period, consider asking a friend or neighbor to check on your plants. Instruct them on watering and provide guidance on your plant care routine. Having a “sitter” can ensure your plants receive proper attention.

I hope these tips allow you to enjoy your travels with peace of mind, knowing your houseplants will be just fine when you return. Proper watering, lighting, humidity control, and a bit of pruning can make all the difference in keeping your plants happy while you're away.

Do you want more houseplant care recommendations? Check out my Pinterest board, in which I have curated tons of plant care tips and tricks! Don’t forget to give me a follow while you are there!

Plant Spotlight

Plant Spotlight highlights a new houseplant and its basic care tips.

This week’s Plant Spotlight is the Snake Plant.

The Snake Plant is a succulent plant recognized by its upright sword-like leaves. Different variations have different colors and patterns on the leaves. This plant is known and popular for its low-maintenance nature. For this reason it is a common suggestion for new plant parents. It tolerates low light well and does not require frequent watering. In fact, my best general advice would be to pretty much just leave it alone, as over-caring for it is the most likely way you could kill this plant. It also has air-purifying qualities, so it can be a great edition to your home. Below are different variations of snake plants if you would like to try your very own!

Upcoming Planty Events

Here is a round-up of upcoming virtual events for plant parents to learn and meet others in the houseplant community!

• Snake Plant 101 Online Workshop (Wednesday, November 29th, 2023 5-6:30 PM CST): Join The Sill for a free Snake Plant 101 Online workshop. Tune in to learn the best care practices, propagation and fun facts about Snake plants! All you need is internet access to join - instructions will be provided in your order confirmation email.

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