Temperature

Bring plants inside in stages. First, set them up in a garage or basement that is a little warmer than the outdoors, but not as warm as inside the house. If the plants are moved immediately from 50F to 75F, some may become stressed and suffer. Plants should be acclimated slowly by a gradual increase in temperature. After a few days, bring them into the warm house. Most tropical plants grow best in daytime temperatures between 65-85F. To further protect them, keep houseplants away from cold, drafty windows or hot radiators, stoves or air vents. Also keep foliage from touching cold windows which can burn the leaves.

Light

It is always much darker indoors than it was outside in the yard, and lack of light most likely will cause some leaf drop. Try to place your container plants in the most well-lit spot of your home as close to the window as possible.

Air humidity

Humidity is important. Most tropical plants prefer air humidity level at minimum 40-50%. The humidity in most homes is closer to only 15-20% – a level much too low for the plants. Raise humidity levels by using a humidifier or grouping plants together. Placing houseplants on saucers or trays filled with gravel or pebbles and water will also increase humidity. The bottoms of the pots should always be above the water level.

Water

In general, all houseplants don’t require as much water during the winter months. Most tropical and subtropical plants should be watered when the soil is almost dry to the touch. When watering, apply a thorough amount. Water the plant until water drains out of the bottom of the pot. Never allow plants to sit in excess water.

No fertilizer

Eliminate fertilizer during the winter months since most plants grow very little. Fertilize again in Spring as growing conditions improve and the plants begin to flush out.

Cleaning

It’s important to keep houseplants clean while they rest through the winter indoors. Grease and dust can accumulate on leaves and slow down the normal transpiration. Leaves can be cleaned with a soft sponge, cloth or paper towel dipped in a mild solution of dishwashing soap and lukewarm water.

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