Early spring is a crucial time in the houseplant calendar, as plants wake up and prepare for the growing season. After growing houseplants for several years, I now know it's best to get on top of spring care sooner rather than later – I use the first sign of new growth as an indicator.I'm not talking about general spring houseplant care, but rather a few tricks I do at the very start of spring to set my beloved collection up for lots of healthy, vigorous growth. As soon as you spot new leaves, you should adjust your plant's light, increase watering, and do some selective pruning. Trust me, these things will instantly perk your plants back up after the challenging conditions of winter.In fact, failing to check in with your houseplants at this time could set them back, for example with dying foliage draining their energy and less-than-ideal conditions hindering growth. Here, with insights from a plant expert, I talk through three things to do with houseplants when you spot new growth in spring.
