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House plants for the complete beginner

Ben Done · 2021-11-13 00:18:47

I realise this is the gardening forum, but though it the best place to ask. I've never grown anything, but it was recommended to me as being beneficial to one's well-being to have plants in the house - I can see why, as I absolutely love being out in nature, and 'forest-bathing' is one of the most relaxing activities.. I…

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#32 25-11-2021 04:15PM

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The type of potting medium for succulents could easily seem loose, its just the gravelly nature of it.

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#33 26-06-2022 11:48AM

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Ficus rubber plants are lovely. Once bought one with 3 leave s now its near 6feet and that is after cutting back it was taller than doorway. Best way to water is leaving it go dry then pour water in and let it run out the end. This flushes salt build up from feed.never leave it sitting in water let all excess water drain before it goes back in outer pot

.scheffelera is lovely plant too

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