In autumn, remember to wipe the leaves of your "Monstera" (Monstera deliciosa); glossy green leaves all depend on this trick, so practical...
When I got home and saw the plants I grow still quietly there, my mood instantly improved a bit. If this fierce wind had blown away the flowers I grow, it would really break my heart! The wind blew dirt all over me, so I had to change clothes. But if plants get dirty from the wind, how should they be cleaned? That is a question.
Some people will ask, do we really have to give plants a bath? How do you bathe a plant? Is it necessary? Don't worry, Huahua will answer you one by one.
If plants are exposed outdoors for a long time, dirty leaves are a normal phenomenon, but if the leaves are not cleaned for a long time, it is very likely to make the plant's surface look filthy, lifeless, and seem covered in dust.
Besides causing a bad effect on the plant's appearance, it also has an adverse effect on the plant's growth, especially for mainly foliage plants whose leaves are the main feature. The respiration and photosynthesis of foliage plants are both carried out through the leaf surface. Once the plant's surface leaves become dirty, it means the leaf cells are covered by dust, and it becomes very difficult for the plant to carry out photosynthesis and respiration.
If it cannot carry out respiration and photosynthesis, it will be very difficult for the plant to convert the energy it needs. Over time, this can easily cause poor growth and insufficient energy supply. To avoid such a bad phenomenon, below Huahua will tell everyone how to clean plant leaves.
Plants also come in different sizes, and the methods for cleaning leaves differ for large and small plants, but in principle they are not much different. For smaller potted plants that can be moved, you can take them to the bathroom and use a showerhead to rinse them. What needs attention is that you should try to choose a time when the plant's soil is relatively dry and it is time to water, so you can both clean it and replenish water, which can be considered killing two birds with one stone.
For larger foliage plants, such as the money tree (Pachira aquatica) and Monstera (Monstera deliciosa) and the like, you can buy a spray bottle to clean the plant. It is best to choose the kind of spray bottle that can be pressurized, so the water pressure is greater and it will rinse cleaner. This method can be considered relatively time-saving and labor-saving. If everyone has more time, you can also choose a soft damp cloth to clean the plant's leaves. Aside from being a bit more troublesome, it is still quite good.
Plants, like us humans, also love cleanliness. It is not just a matter of appearance, but also relates to the health of the plant's growth! I hope everyone can properly clean their plants on time. What needs attention is not to use too much force, as it may damage the plant.