Fans and air conditioning can dry the air, so tropical plants may crisp even when watered. I group mine together and use a pebble tray for the fussy ones. But always check the soil first, because crispy leaves do not always mean thirsty roots.
How do I keep houseplants alive when my apartment gets hot in summer?
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My plants were fine in spring, but now the leaves are getting crispy near the window. I’m not sure if they need more water, less sun or humidity.
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People explain summer houseplant care, including moving plants back from windows, checking soil and managing heat stress.
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Check whether the pot is heating up. I had a dark ceramic pot in a sunny window, and the roots were getting too warm. Once I moved it and watered based on soil moisture instead of panic, the plant recovered.
Move sensitive plants back from direct glass. Summer sun through a window can be much harsher than spring light. My plants still get brightness a few feet back, but the leaves no longer bake against the glass.
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