Here we are, the sunny days are coming! You can't wait to enjoy your outdoors and you want to take out some of your plants who had spent the winter in the warmth. Whether you have a balcony, a terrace, or a garden, here are some tips that will allow you to ensure a perfect transition for your plant friends who will need to acclimatize to this change of environment that will do them the greatest good. Let's take stock!
What plants should I bring outside in summer?
Aside from some plants that are only made for indoors, most of them will find many benefits in being outdoors. Thanks to natural light among other things, they will experience faster growth and be healthier. Rain and wind will also be great allies since they will clean your plants and thus allow them to flower more easily, while ensuring very good quality watering.
That said, you will need to keep in mind the specific needs of each of your plants. Indeed, if your plant prefers shade for example, you should obviously not place it in full sun. It will actually be a matter of doing it on a case-by-case basis and choosing an appropriate location for each of your plants. There Monstera Delicisosa, bird of paradise, succulents and cacti, fruit trees, begonias, are all examples of plants that will find happiness during their summer stay outside.
When ?
It is quite possible to start going out your plants in spring, as soon as the days are around 15 degrees. In fact, most plants will not tolerate a lower temperature.
How ?
In order to ensure that your plants get used to their new outdoor environment easily and without damage, it is important to take them out gradually. At first, you can take your plants out for a few hours a day and then bring them back in. Go gradually with regard to exposure to the sun. For example, on the first day, take your plant out to a shady spot. On the second day, place it in a sunnier corner, etc. Be careful of cool nights though. Try as much as possible not to leave your plants outside at night at the beginning of their acclimatization, especially if there is a risk of frost!
What maintenance is required outside?
That's it, your plants have gotten used to the outdoors, and that's a very good thing. That said, keep in mind that they will then be more demanding and will need for the most part more regular watering than when they were indoors. Monitor the soil and the general appearance of your plant, this will be able to easily alert you to its water needs.
As you will have understood, taking your plants outside in the summer is a very good idea and will allow them to experience a real rejuvenation cure. They will find outside a very healthy atmosphere, both humid and airy, with natural light, perfect for their good growth.
