Plant Parenting for Beginners: Your First 30 Days
A day-by-day guide to caring for your very first houseplant.
Day 1-7: Observation
Watch how plant responds to current location. Note light levels, temperature, when soil dries.
Day 8-14: Establish Routine
Water when top inch of soil is dry. Rotate plant for even growth.
Day 15-21: Fine-Tuning
Adjust placement if needed. Look for signs of happiness (new growth) or stress (yellowing).
Day 22-30: Confidence Building
You now understand your plant's needs. Consider adding second plant with similar requirements.
Key Takeaways
- Every plant is individual
- Observation is key
- Patience prevents overcare
Tools and supplies for this
Products we'd actually buy for this job. Linking to Amazon — if you buy through these links we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
- Weston Mill Pottery Terracotta plant pots, 175mm (pack of 10)
Mid-size workhorse terracotta — perfect step-up for plants outgrowing their nursery pots.
- Weston Mill Pottery Terracotta plant pots, 20cm (pack of 5)
Heavyweight 20cm clay for established plants — the porous walls help prevent the soggy roots aroids hate.
- Whitefurze G04012 7.5cm Garden Pot - Terracotta (Set of 10)
Cheap, cheerful plastic propagation pots — what we actually use for cuttings and small offsets.
- Whitefurze G04013 10cm Garden Pot - Terracotta (Set of 7)
Reliable mid-size nursery pots with proper drainage holes — the boring essential every plant parent runs out of.
Emma Wilson
Plant Coach
Passionate about helping plant parents succeed with expert tips and proven techniques.
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