But does mist actually help plants grow healthy and strong?
Should you mist your houseplants?
People have said that misting plants raises humidity.
Additionally, she says misters can be really helpful during summer, or growing season.
“Leaves are unfurling, and a mister is perfect to have handy,” she says.
Plants that do well with misting.
Generally speaking, most plants will not mind a little mist.
Here are a few that will appreciate it:
…and plants that don’t.
Steer clear of misting plants with fuzzy leaves.
Their texture traps moisture, which can lead to rot and pests.
How often to mist your plants.
), but a good indication your plant could use a misting is crispy leaves, according to Resta.
Try experimenting with misting a plant once every couple of days.
And remember, you don’t only want to mist the leaves; get closer to the soil too.
It is possible to overmist?
As they say, too much of anything is still too much.
Repeatedly dousing your plants with moisture is no exception, so Resta says be careful not to overdo it.
“Pooled water can cause fungus to form and damage your foliage.”
Overly moist areas may alsoattract pest to your plantsand no one wants that!
Other ways to raise humidity.
If you own a humidifier, you could place it near the plants you suspect need more moisture.
If you don’t, there are plenty of other ways tomake your plant’s air more humid.
One thing you might do is group plants together in clusters.
“Their transpiration creates a ‘microclimate’ of higher humidityplants love it!”
“This raises the humidity of the environment around the plant as well,” Failla adds.
Bottom line.
Misting plants is probably not the No.
1 most important part of yourplant care regimen.
