Houseplants can bring beauty and a peaceful atmosphere to our homes. They can be a source of oxygen and humidify the air. In today’s article, we will show you tips on what to do when they start to wither. 

They often require some care and attention. Each houseplant has its own specific requirements, and if we ignore them, it will affect their vitality.  

A plant may have yellowing leaves, a wilted appearance, or stunted growth. These are clear signs that the plant is suffering.

 The good news is that you can restore the plant’s lost vitality. If the plant begins to wilt, well. it’s a signal that something is wrong. 

How to save wilting houseplants

1. Identifying the Cause  
   Saving a houseplant starts with identifying the problem. Look for yellow leaves, wilted leaves, or waterlogged soil. You may also see spots on the leaves. Each of these signs indicates a different problem. The plant may be lacking water or suffering from overwatering. It may also be suffering from disease and lack of light.   
2. Checking the substrate 
   If the roots are in the wrong substrate, they suffer and gradually die. Check if the soil is too hard, depleted, or muddy. If so, it is time to repot the plant. Choose a slightly larger pot and use a quality substrate that matches the type of plant. When repotting, we check the roots. 
3. Proper watering 
   One of the most common causes of plant death is improper watering. In general, it is better to underwater a plant than to overwater it. Excess water can cause root rot. We use settled water at room temperature. 
4. Light    
   If a plant doesn’t get enough light, it can’t grow and produce nutrients. If the plant is wilting, check to see if it’s in a place that’s too dark. It’s also important to know what type of light the plant prefers. 
5. Removing damaged parts 
   Plants need energy to regenerate. If they use it to maintain damaged leaves, they will be unnecessarily exhausted. Therefore, it is important to regularly remove yellow, dry and rotten leaves. This step will strengthen the plant’s immunity and speed up its recovery. 
6. Homemade fertilizer 
   To support the recovery of plants in a natural way, you can use homemade fertilizers. One such fertilizer is banana tea. It contains potassium, magnesium and phosphorus. Put the washed peel of one banana in one liter of lukewarm water. Let it steep for 24 hours and strain. Use it instead of watering once every two weeks. 

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