How Do Plants Prevent Air-Conditioning Sickness? A Full Guide to Care Methods

In the hot summer, many people and pets suffer from air-conditioning sickness. In fact, plants can also get air-conditioning sickness in an air-conditioned environment. Some orchids (details), pothos (Epipremnum aureum) and Chinese yew (Taxus chinensis) may also drop leaves and wither when summer temperatures are high, but if they are kept in an air-conditioned room for a long time, there is also the fear of air-conditioning sickness. So how should you prevent plants from getting air-conditioning sickness?

Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) (details)

Method one:Potted plants should be exposed to air conditioning as little as possible. Because summer sunlight is intense, some people move potted plants that were originally kept on the balcony back indoors. If the air conditioner is also turned on at home, a "temperature difference" will occur. So potted plants should as much as possible not be placed in air-conditioned rooms, and even if they are, they should avoid the air-conditioning vent, because air conditioners have a dehumidifying function that will cause the moisture on plant leaves to evaporate and make them wither.

Method two:Water by the "dry-wet" rule: water only when dry, and it is best to water in the evening. For more people, the problem is caused by improper watering. In fact, what household potted plants most need to master is watering, especially in summer, and watering requires mastering both timing and temperature. So-called timing means "water only when dry and wet alternately," that is, water only when it is truly dry. How do you judge "dry"? Generally you look at the surface soil, but sometimes it still cannot be determined, so you should supplement this with other methods. For example, tap the lower part of the flowerpot lightly with your fingers. If it gives a "hollow sound," then the soil below is also dry. If it gives a "dull sound," it indicates that the soil has a relatively high moisture content. Also observe the plant's newly grown tender buds and leaves, because once there is a water shortage, these buds and leaves will be the first to appear limp or even withered. In addition, watering in high-temperature seasons also has its particularities. It is best to water in the evening, because after a whole day of evaporation during the day, timely replenishment is needed at night. The water used should be prepared in advance and left until it is close to the temperature of the soil in the flowerpot before watering. But most people draw water from the tap on the spot and water with it. In this way, the "temperature difference" caused by the low water temperature will make the plant "catch a cold" and become ill, which then leads to leaf drop and withering.

Method three:In summer, put flowers on a north-facing balcony and do not move them frequently. In summer, potted plants should be placed on a north-facing balcony or windowsill. If they are placed on a south-facing balcony, there should be shade facilities, and ventilation should also be maintained. Some people move them back indoors when there is sun, and move them out to the balcony again when the sun is not strong or in the morning and evening. In fact, this is not good, because plants all have phototropism (the most typical being the sunflower), and frequent moving makes it difficult for plants to adapt to the constant adjustment of the light-receiving side, thus producing a certain kind of "disorder," which then causes them to "become ill."

Method four:Eggshells, tea leaves and rice-washing water have no fertilizing effect. When many residents grow flowers, there are also misunderstandings about fertilizing. For example, pouring crushed eggshells, used tea leaves and the like into flowerpots. In fact, these things have no fertilizing effect at all, and instead will become moldy and affect normal plant growth. Some people also like to use rice-washing water or the "fertile water" from rinsing milk bottles to water flowers, but apart from the very small amount of trace elements in them, these "fertile waters" have not undergone sufficient fermentation, so they have little fertilizing effect on plants, and instead attract ants and earthworms. Even for fermented flower fertilizer bought from a flower shop, do not apply too much in summer. If residents buy bonsai or potted flowers, they can agree with the seller at the time of purchase to help the potted plants get through the summer safely through "after-sales care."

How to Prevent Plants from "Air-Conditioning Sickness" in Summer

Plants can also get sick. In the hot summer, if your plants stay in an air-conditioned room for a long time without ventilation, your plants will also suffer from "air-conditioning sickness." Pothos (Epipremnum aureum), some relatively precious Chinese yew (Taxus chinensis) and so on are very afraid of heat, and under high temperatures their leaves will wither and so on, but if you keep them in an air-conditioned room for a long time, they will also get air-conditioning sickness. The editor has compiled four methods to prevent air-conditioning sickness in plants for you. Friends who need them can come and learn.

Parlor palm (Chamaedorea elegans)

Method one

Potted plants should be exposed to air conditioning as little as possible. Because summer sunlight is intense, some people move potted plants that were originally kept on the balcony back indoors. If the air conditioner is also turned on at home, a "temperature difference" will occur. So potted plants should as much as possible not be placed in air-conditioned rooms, and even if they are, they should avoid the air-conditioning vent, because air conditioners have a dehumidifying function that will cause the moisture on plant leaves to evaporate and make them wither.

Method two

Water by the "dry-wet" rule: water only when dry, and it is best to water in the evening. What household potted plants most need to master is watering, especially in summer, and watering requires mastering both timing and temperature. So-called timing means "water only when dry and wet alternately," that is, water only when it is truly dry. How do you judge "dry"? Generally you look at the surface soil, but sometimes it still cannot be determined, so you should supplement this with other methods. For example, tap the lower part of the flowerpot lightly with your fingers. If it gives a "hollow sound," then the soil below is also dry. If it gives a "dull sound," it indicates that the soil has a relatively high moisture content. Also observe the plant's newly grown tender buds and leaves, because once there is a water shortage, these buds and leaves will be the first to appear limp or even withered. In addition, watering in high-temperature seasons also has its particularities. It is best to water in the evening, because after a whole day of evaporation during the day, timely replenishment is needed at night. The water used should be prepared in advance and left until it is close to the temperature of the soil in the flowerpot before watering. But most people draw water from the tap on the spot and water with it. In this way, the "temperature difference" caused by the low water temperature will make the plant "catch a cold" and become ill, which then leads to leaf drop and withering.

Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)

Method three

In summer, put flowers on a north-facing balcony, and do not move them frequently. In summer, potted plants should be placed on a north-facing balcony or windowsill. If they are placed on a south-facing balcony, there should be shade facilities, and ventilation should also be maintained. Some people move them back indoors when there is sun, and move them out to the balcony again when the sun is not strong or in the morning and evening. In fact, this is not good, because plants all have phototropism (the most typical being the sunflower), and frequent moving makes it difficult for plants to adapt to the constant adjustment of the light-receiving side, thus producing a certain kind of "disorder," which then causes them to "become ill."

Method four

Eggshells, tea leaves and rice-washing water have no fertilizing effect. When many residents grow flowers, there are also misunderstandings about fertilizing. For example, pouring crushed eggshells, used tea leaves and the like into flowerpots. In fact, these things have no fertilizing effect at all, and instead will become moldy and affect normal plant growth. Some people also like to use rice-washing water or the "fertile water" from rinsing milk bottles to water flowers, but apart from the very small amount of trace elements in them, these "fertile waters" have not undergone sufficient fermentation, so they have little fertilizing effect on plants, and instead attract ants and earthworms. Even for fermented flower fertilizer bought from a flower shop, do not apply too much in summer. If flower enthusiasts buy bonsai or potted flowers, they can agree with the seller at the time of purchase to help the potted plants get through the summer safely through "after-sales care."

Keeping plants at home is not just about paying attention to regular watering. If you want to grow plants well, you still need to pay more attention to the plants' growth conditions during ordinary care. In the hot summer, some plants cannot tolerate high temperatures, so it is very necessary to move them to a cool and ventilated place, but you should also be careful not to let your plants suffer from air-conditioning sickness.

How to Prevent Plants from Suffering "Air-Conditioning Sickness"

China Landscape Web, August 8 news: In high temperatures and severe heat, not only do people feel unbearable from the heat, but some potted plants grown by flower enthusiasts, such as orchids, pothos (Epipremnum aureum) and even the relatively precious Chinese yew (Taxus chinensis), also seem unable to withstand the high temperatures. Some drop leaves and some wither, and it is not known why. After careful observation, it was found that plants are also afraid of heat, but in an air-conditioned room they can also get "air-conditioning sickness." Below are several methods to prevent "air-conditioning sickness" in plants.

Method one: Potted plants should be exposed to air conditioning as little as possible. Because summer sunlight is intense, some people move potted plants that were originally kept on the balcony back indoors. If the air conditioner is also turned on at home, a "temperature difference" will occur. So potted plants should as much as possible not be placed in air-conditioned rooms, and even if they are, they should avoid the air-conditioning vent, because air conditioners have a dehumidifying function that will cause the moisture on plant leaves to evaporate and make them wither.

Method two: Water by the "dry-wet" rule: water only when dry, and it is best to water in the evening. What household potted plants most need to master is watering, especially in summer, and watering requires mastering both timing and temperature. So-called timing means "water only when dry and wet alternately," that is, water only when it is truly dry. How do you judge "dry"? Generally you look at the surface soil, but sometimes it still cannot be determined, so you should supplement this with other methods. For example, tap the lower part of the flowerpot lightly with your fingers. If it gives a "hollow sound," then the soil below is also dry. If it gives a "dull sound," it indicates that the soil has a relatively high moisture content. Also observe the plant's newly grown tender buds and leaves, because once there is a water shortage, these buds and leaves will be the first to appear limp or even withered. In addition, watering in high-temperature seasons also has its particularities. It is best to water in the evening, because after a whole day of evaporation during the day, timely replenishment is needed at night. The water used should be prepared in advance and left until it is close to the temperature of the soil in the flowerpot before watering. But most people draw water from the tap on the spot and water with it. In this way, the "temperature difference" caused by the low water temperature will make the plant "catch a cold" and become ill, which then leads to leaf drop and withering.

Method three: In summer, put flowers on a north-facing balcony, and do not move them frequently. In summer, potted plants should be placed on a north-facing balcony or windowsill. If they are placed on a south-facing balcony, there should be shade facilities, and ventilation should also be maintained. Some people move them back indoors when there is sun, and move them out to the balcony again when the sun is not strong or in the morning and evening. In fact, this is not good, because plants all have phototropism (the most typical being the sunflower), and frequent moving makes it difficult for plants to adapt to the constant adjustment of the light-receiving side, thus producing a certain kind of "disorder," which then causes them to "become ill."

Method four: Eggshells, tea leaves and rice-washing water have no fertilizing effect. When many residents grow flowers, there are also misunderstandings about fertilizing. For example, pouring crushed eggshells, used tea leaves and the like into flowerpots. In fact, these things have no fertilizing effect at all, and instead will become moldy and affect normal plant growth. Some people also like to use rice-washing water or the "fertile water" from rinsing milk bottles to water flowers, but apart from the very small amount of trace elements in them, these "fertile waters" have not undergone sufficient fermentation, so they have little fertilizing effect on plants, and instead attract ants and earthworms. Even for fermented flower fertilizer bought from a flower shop, do not apply too much in summer. If residents buy bonsai or potted flowers, they can agree with the seller at the time of purchase to help the potted plants get through the summer safely through "after-sales care."