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Leaving Houseplants Outside?

Kondo69 · 2020-05-31 11:04:46

Hello! Is it a good idea to leave houseplants outside during the warm/sunny weather, or is it more beneficial for them to be kept in the same indoor environment they're used to? Thanks

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31-05-2020 12:04pm

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Kondo69

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Hello!
Is it a good idea to leave houseplants outside during the warm/sunny weather, or is it more beneficial for them to be kept in the same indoor environment they're used to?
Thanks

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#2 31-05-2020 12:10pm
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That depends on the houseplants. Some are very happy to go outside and have a nice fine hose turned on them for a bath! Others take exception and are easily burned (wind/sun) or otherwise damaged.

Geraniums seem to be happy to go out (pelargonums and geraniums). On balance though, except for an hour or so for the bath treatment, I would say no. If you do decide to put them out then keep an eye on the weather and bring them in as seems appropriate (and take care not to bring any snails etc in with them).

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