Caring for your indoor plants during winter

The trick to keeping everyone alive and unbothered is understanding that winter care is less about growth and more about survival with dignity.

First rule: light is king. Winter sun is weaker, days are shorter, and your plants absolutely notice. Scoot them closer to windows, wipe dust off leaves so they can soak up every precious ray, and don’t be afraid to rotate pots like you’re slow-roasting a chicken. Even tropical plants need their good side to face the light.

Next up—water, or rather, less water. Most tropicals slow way down in winter, which means soggy soil is a fast track to root rot. Check the soil before watering and ignore the guilt. Your plant would rather be slightly thirsty than sitting in cold, wet dirt wondering what it did to deserve this.

Humidity is the real winter villain. Heating systems turn homes into deserts, and misting alone won’t save the day. Group plants together, use a pebble tray, or run a humidifier if you’re serious. Bonus: your skin will also thank you.

Finally, keep plants away from drama. Cold windows, blasting vents, and drafty doors are not “character building,” they’re plant trauma. Find a stable, cozy spot and leave them alone. Do this, and your tropical plants will make it through winter not thriving—but alive, which is honestly the goal.