Plant care tips


Lighting, watering, and generally caring for your plant can vary a great deal from one to another. Here is some helpful advice on the most commonly-asked-about flowers.

Azaleas
Light: bright
Water: daily
Other: none


Mums
Light: bright
Water: daily
Other: none


Begonias
Light: moderate
Water: when soil is dry
Other: none


Kalanchoes
Light: bright
Water: when soil is dry
Other: none


Poinsettias
Light: bright
Water: when soil is dry
Other: avoid all drafts


Lilies
Light: moderate
Water: keep moist but not soggy
Other: remove stamen from flowers


Bulbs
Light: moderate
Water: keep soil moist
Other: keep in cool temperatures


Tulips
Light: moderate
Water: keep soil moist
Other: keep in cool temperatures


Daffadills
Light: moderate
Water: keep soil moist
Other: keep in cool temperatures


Orchids
Light: bright, East window best
Water: soak once per week
Other: use orchid fertilizer


Cyclamens
Light: bright
Water: water around edges when dry, avoid watering the crown
Other: keep in cool temperatures