It is always easier to prevent a disease than to cure it. Did you know that this is as true for people as it is for house plants? There are many different types of plant diseases and blights, but in fact more plants fall victim to neglect or the gardeners lack of knowledge, so if you want to make sure your plants are healthy, be sure to do your research. It is easier to care for them correctly from the beginning than to undo the damage youve already done. If you follow these tips, youll be able to garden successfully even if you dont think you have a green thumb. Everyone can be a gardener if they do their research first.

Many houseplants die from neglect. Your plants need constant care including watering, pruning, sunlight, food and soil, as well as good living conditions. Provide your plants with an atmosphere where they can prosper, and they will reward you. Pay attention to the temperature and humidity requirements of the plants you choose, and ensure that they get enough fresh air. You dont need to watch them constantly, and some dont even need daily attention or watering. But you must know the needs of the specific varieties of plants that you have chosen.

If you dont wish to grow plants that require a lot of care, try your hand at a cactus or succulent that only needs occasional watering. However, most other plants that you choose of your home require a little more care. This care is easy and inexpensive, and you will be rewarded with beautiful plants.

Many house plants also die because of gardeners trying to grow them in unsuitable conditions. Some plants, including Lantana and Morning Glory, require as much sun as you can provide them, and absolutely must be placed in a South-facing window. Others, like the African violet, and many varieties of English Ivy, will thrive in low light settings. Be aware of your plants location requirements if you are buying a plant for a specific spot.

Most indoor plants are somewhat adaptable. Because the modern home is designed for humans and not plants, it can be difficult for them to thrive. These indoor plants must acclimate to their new surroundings in order to live. Thats why a desert cactus and a tropical fern can live in the same room, as long as you care for them with an understanding of their needs.

There are a wide variety of houseplants available at your local nursery or garden center, and these vary widely in their requirements. Dont assume that what works for your cactus will work for your fern; many plants will die with the exact same conditions under which other plants thrive.