Epsom salt is one of the best natural fertilizers for houseplants. Magnesium and sulfate (which is what Epsom salt actually is) are beneficial for indoor plants to get bright, vivid leaves. Since they don’t get much sunlight, it really gives the leaves an extra boost. Start by giving your plant a spray with a hose if possible, or running it under a tap. Use cool but not icy water.

If there is salt build up on the soil surface (it appears as a white crust) from fertilizing with plant food, this method works well to rinse it down through the soil and out the bottom of the container. Clean Fuzzy Leaves With A Brush Leaf Shine comes as an easy-to-use spray that’s ready to go right out of the bottle. All you have to do is spray down the leaves, let it sit for a moment, and wipe the leaves down with a soft cloth, and you’ve got clean, shiny leaves!Avoid using hot or cold water and rinse the cloth out periodically to wash off the collected dirt and grime. A second, dry cloth can be used to remove any excess water left behind on the leaves. Dunk The Plant In Water Cleaning my Rex Begonia – Learn more about Rex Begonia Care here. While one application of a little coconut oil probably won’t hurt your plant (we get it, sometimes you need to shine up your plant to show off to guests!), it’s not something you want to use over and over for the long term. Don’t use olive oil to shine plant leaves as it will clog up leaf pores and make it hard for the plant to expel excess water. It should also be avoided as it can cause grease to buildup on the leaves of the plant and attract dust, causing further problems. Commercial Leaf Shine Powdery mildew is commonly seen on a wide range of outdoor plants – from courgettes to clematis. But it can affect indoor plants too, particularly if they've had a short stint outdoors to soak up some summer sunshine (the fungal spores are often airborne).

Cleaning your indoor plant leaves doesn’t have to be a difficult job. The following methods are simple ways using mostly items from around your home to clean indoor plant leaves. They won’t harm your plants and will help to keep them healthy. Methods for Cleaning Indoor Plants Once the plant is clean, be vigilant for pest recurrence, as it's easier to deal with a light infestation,' they add. Once you’ve wiped all the leaves, rinse your plant in the shower or with a hose. You might want to tilt your plant to the side so the soapy water will run off instead of going right into the soil. (But don’t worry if some gets into the potting mix.) Do this every couple of months to keep your leaves clean and healthy! Can I Use Baby Wipes on My Plant Leaves? Your plants’ roots, whilst responsible for drinking up as much water as possible to keep your plant happy, also need some breathing space. If your soil becomes waterlogged, then the roots of your plant can no longer perform their job and end up rotting,' Jo explains. Indoor succulents are particularly susceptible. When shinning your plant leaves, coconut oil is a bad idea for the same reasons mayonnaise is. It has an immediately beautifying effect, but it will attract dust, and anecdotal evidence has suggested it can make plants more vulnerable to sunburn. It also prevents misting from working, as the oil on the leaf surface will repel the humidity. Olive Oil

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MULTI-PURPOSE BLEND cleans, nourishes and defends your indoor house plant without burning it or causing brown spots. Its precise balance of nutrients supports strong leaves and rich, verdant beauty. For plants with very delicate or frilly leaves that are difficult to clean, just rinse them for longer, and try to do it more regularly. Another important substance in milk is the proteins. Proteins help dissolved residue on the leaf to brighten it up. Milk contains anti-microbial, anti-fungal/anti-bacterial properties that treat powdery mildews and other issues that cause plants to have that dull, white look.

One of the next simple methods is to wipe the dust from your indoor plant leaves. This works best for plants that aren’t terribly dirty and have either only a few leaves or their leaves are larger in size.Plant leaves are more then just for show. They have very specific functions in plant growth, and dirty leaves can impede growth and overall plant health. Just like your own body it’s important to keep them clean. Functions Of Plant Leaves On the other hand, cactus and other succulents require a little bit different care than your standard houseplants when it comes to cleaning their “leaves”. Their plant parts have a waxy coating on them as an adaptation to their arid environment. Rubbing banana peels will add a natural oily shine to your plant leaves. Although not as efficient as oily products, banana peels are cheap and easy to use.