Summer is just around the corner and it brings longer days and higher temperatures. You're probably looking forward to spending more time on your patio, and the warmer days are also benefiting some of your houseplants. For their successful relocation to outdoor spaces, it is recommended to follow some tips.
Even when buying a plant, it is necessary to make sure that they have adequate pots and drainage holes for water. Once you've determined which plants are suitable for outdoor use, it's crucial to slowly acclimate them to outdoor life. It is important that the plants slowly get used to the new spatial and temperature changes, so it is recommended to place them in a shady place first. If you place them directly in the sun, you damage the leaves, as they get sunburned. Appropriate protection against wind and rain is also recommended.
Because of everyone you cannot move indoor plants to outdoor spaces, we present to you seven such ones that suit the outdoor life.
Cacti
Of course, it's no surprise that cacti thrive outdoors. It is a desert plant that mostly thrives outdoors, under the scorching sun. However, care must be taken when moving this plant do not place it in direct sunlight, because despite its history, it cannot air-condition itself. Therefore, it is recommended that it be in the shade for a few days, before placing it in a sunny place, as this avoids burns and drying out.
Photo: Ann H/PexelsElephant's foot
An elephant's leg looks like a kind of tree. This form allows the plant to survive drought. It is a very undemanding plant that loves external environment and the sun. Loves light, but needs protection before the wind because the draft destroys its leaves.
Photo: Severin Candrian / UnsplashColorful croton
The variegated croton is a beautiful houseplant with stunning leaf color. Croton needs lots of strong light and humidity. Direct sunlight for at least a few hours a day is best for it, but care must be taken not to expose it to the scorching midday sun, as this alone damages its leaves.
Walking
Hoja is a climbing plant grown for its shiny dark green leaves and many fragrant pink flowers that give the impression of wax. They are beautiful plants that beautifully decorate windows, but they can also thrive outdoors. They like to have light and moisture, but care must be taken that it does not come into contact with direct sunlight, because that is all damages its leaves. However, it does not tolerate drafts, so it is necessary to provide it with a suitable protective place.
Amaryllis
Knight's star or amaryllis is an indoor window plant that also loves outdoor space. It is a houseplant that blooms in winter, and higher temperature and good sunlight accelerate its growth. Therefore, you can easily place it outdoors and enjoy its flowers. However, make sure you water it regularly.
Ficus
Ficus is a tropical tree that grows up to 20 meters in height. We know it by its bushy or tree-like form. It is a tropical plant, it needs a semi-shaded position, as well as heat and humidity. Therefore, it will also thrive on your balcony or terrace. If your ficus grows perfectly in a bright corner of your home, don't move it just because you can, because doing so could do it more harm than good.
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Sanseveria
The plant with upright and pointed green leaves with white spots is known by its name mother-in-law or devil's tongue. Sanseveria is a very resistant, modest and almost indestructible indoor plant. It does not need much light, nor much water. It can be placed in a very bright place or in a place with almost no light. He prefers a warm place. Too frequent watering can lead to root rot, which discolors its leaves. Because it is a very resistant plant, it is suitable to liven up and decorate your balcony as well.
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