plant

[mirela]

we have few pot plants at home, before i move in the house, my bf's parents have been looking after them, they were growing very good with nice green leafs. since i taken over, i did watering them regularly which i've been told thats all i need to do, however they seems all dying, their leaves turned to yellow gradually. i also add some plant food in the water, what i can do to save them now?

[showcatbenga]

It sounds as if the most probable cause for the yellowing leaves is over-watering! Sorry, but more house plants are killed by this than anything else. Especially in the Winter because plants do not grow very much, if at all, & only feed during active growth periods i.e. in the Spring & Summer. Your home may not be as warm/dry as BFP's or you may have put plants in a cold draught. The best way to decide is to up end the plant & tap the pot off. You may see signs (or smells) of rotting roots & soggy compost - definately over-watering. You can replace the pot & keep plant dryer, warmer & lighter until it has dried out a bit & you might be able to save it. My rule is to touch the top of the compost - if it feels dry & doesn't stick to your finger then water - otherwise don't. This applies unless a plant label says 'keep moist'. However most plants do not like 'wet feet' & should not be left standing in water for more than overnight. Just tip any extra water away after half an hour. If roots have rotted I'm afraid it's the dustbin.

[mirela]

thanks showcatbenga, i always thought the reason is they sort of water. i will check today when i back home. i didnt move those plant, as only moved myself to the same house, so they still staying where they were. can i move them all to conservatory or somewhere can see stronger sunshine?