Light Therapy but for Your Houseplants — Here's How to Keep Yours Happy As the Days Get Shorter and Darker

A kitchen with a stone counter featuring a potted fern, a potted snake plant, a philodendron, and a pothos .

The lackluster skies in the winter don't just affect our mood; they have an impact on our indoor gardens, too. Your houseplants will not be too happy about the shorter days, which is why you'll need to call in some extra help with lighting.

And not just any odd lamp or sconce, but special light therapy for your plants. You might think this rule applies to divas alone. However, even the most popular houseplants might need a touch of artificial light to promote healthy growth through the winter.