This indoor house plant hack will help them thrive (not die!)

I have quite a collection of indoor plants at home. There’s the 6ft-something fiddle leaf fig that presides over the dining table that I’ve had since my Bondi days. (It flourished when it was brought out of my one-bedder and into the light of Mr Blonde’s abode a few years ago – must have been a sign!)

Another fave is a mini monstera that is screaming to be repotted as it sits sprouting new leaves aplenty from its spot on the fireplace mantle.

Then there’s this week’s new addition – a gifted a lush peace lily from a kind friend. So as my horde grows (in more ways than one), now is a good time to learn how to help my indoor plants thrive and not kill them with kindness (aka: overwatering).

Adding extra greenery around the house has given the place a homely feel and is an inexpensive way to add interest and new decor elements.

And the great thing about plants is that as well as looking good, they are also excellent for our health as they release oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide. Which not only freshens up the air, but also eliminates harmful toxins.

Studies have also shown that indoor plants can also improve concentration and productivity, reduce stress levels and boost your mood – which makes me feel good about the cute little pilea and purple calathea that are currently brightening up the home office.

However, I’ll admit that being a plant mama takes practice, and I have killed a few plants in the past. So when I stumbled upon a simple tip of how to keep plants thriving, I thought I should share it.

According to The Sill, you can keep your plants at their happiest by watering them in the morning. This gives the thirsty little things ample time to soak up their drinks without any excess water lingering and rotting the roots or sitting in the saucer too long.

Watch the video above for some more clever tips on how to best water your indoor plants so they grow, and then keep scrolling to shop some of my favourite green-thumbed gear.