If You're Not Doing This One Thing For Your Houseplants, You're Keeping Them From Thriving

Plant Proper Team

March 12, 2026

If You're Not Doing This One Thing For Your Houseplants, You're Keeping Them From Thriving

Plant Proper Featured in The Spruce

Moving houseplants outdoors can give them a refreshing boost during the warmer months, but it’s important to do it the right way. In this feature from The Spruce, Plant Proper shares guidance on when and how to transition indoor plants outside safely, along with practical tips to help them thrive in natural light and fresh air. From gradual acclimation to protecting plants from harsh sun and pests, the article highlights simple steps plant owners can take to keep their plants healthy while enjoying the benefits of the outdoors.

Taking care of houseplants varies in difficulty depending on who you've picked to bring home from the nursery; some you can ignore for weeks, while others need constant monitoring. But all houseplants need the same basic things: light, water, occasional feeding, and possibly humidity. This covers the basics, but it doesn't go beyond that.

We spoke with two houseplant experts who let us in on the biggest (and easiest) hack to ensure your plants go from surviving to thriving.

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