LIST OF THINGS TO BEAR IN MIND FOR HEALTHY KITCHEN PLANTS

  

 

 

Research has shown that being around plants can reduce stress and promote relaxation. A plant or two in your kitchen can help create a soothing environment, making cooking and meal preparation more enjoyable.

If you want some houseplants in your kitchen, a windowsill is probably the best place to choose. Here you can go with some indoor plants that love sunlight, English Ivy, Aloe Vera, and Spider Plant are some of the best options to choose from.

To keep plants in your kitchen, you can consider the following:

Lighting: Choose plants that thrive in the amount of light your kitchen gets, whether it's bright or filtered. 

Humidity: Pick plants that can tolerate the humidity levels in your kitchen. 

Space: Consider the size of your kitchen and choose plants that fit the space. 

Safety: If you have children or pets, choose non-toxic plants that are out of reach. 

Maintenance: Choose low-maintenance plants. 

Potting: Use a pot with drainage holes and a saucer to catch water runoff. 

Fertilizer: Use fertilizer to replenish nutrients that the plant uses up. 

Watering: Water your plants regularly, but don't let them sit in water. 

If you have decided to keep a plant in your kitchen, a perfect place matters a lot consider these:

Windowsills: Place plants on windowsills to add a fresh touch to your kitchen. 

Shelves and racks: Put planters on shelves or racks to create a natural display. 

Countertops: Arrange a few small plants on your countertops in decorative pots. 

Hanging planters: Hang small plants from the ceiling or below cabinets. 

Walls: Hang plants next to the microwave or elsewhere. 

When you have brought in a plant in your kitchen, the care and maintenance demands and the plant seeks your attention often.

Kitchen plants need regular watering, pruning, and pest control to thrive. The specific care requirements depend on the type of plant. 

Watering

Water plants regularly, but allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again 

Use room temperature water 

Water thoroughly until water drains out of the bottom of the pot 

Overwatering can cause root rot, while underwatering can cause plants to wither 

Pruning 

Prune plants regularly to maintain their shape and health

Pruning frequency depends on the type of plant

Pruning encourages new growth and prevents plants from growing out of control

Pest control 

Check for pests like insects and rats, and remove them

Check for plant diseases and treat them

Fertilizing

Add fertilizers to the pot to provide nutrients to the plant 

You can use natural fertilizers like cow dung, or buy organic fertilizer 

Weeding 

Remove unwanted plants and grass to prevent stunting the growth of your plants

Before all these choosing the right plants is crucial,

Select plants that are well-suited to your kitchen environment

Consider factors like lighting conditions, temperature, and humidity

Then you can enjoy a green environment while cooking and it will add a dash of ease to your cooking time.