Well, honey, let me tell you about these house plant tools. You see, I been growin’ plants in my house for, shoot, more years than I can count. And I learned a thing or two about what you need to keep them green things happy. Now, these ain’t your fancy garden tools, but they get the job done just fine.
Waterin’ Cans, a Must-Have
First thing’s first, you gotta have a watering can. Can’t just be dumpin’ water on ’em from any old thing, gotta be gentle-like. And a good waterin’ can, why, that’s like gold. I got me one with a long spout, real skinny, so I can get right down to the dirt without wettin’ the leaves too much. Some plants, they don’t like gettin’ their leaves all wet, you know. Makes ’em spotty and sad. So yeah, a good waterin’ can, that’s number one.
Some plants, they dry out faster than others, like that Peperomia Santorini my neighbor has, that pretty little thing, it needs waterin’ more often, that one does. And that big ol’ Monstera Thai Constellation, now that’s a thirsty one too. You gotta keep an eye on them plants, see which ones need more water, which ones need less. It’s like feedin’ chickens, gotta know who’s eatin’ what, you know?
Little Forks and Spoons
Then you got your hand fork. Now, you don’t need nothin’ fancy here, just somethin’ to poke around in the dirt a little. I use mine to loosen up the soil sometimes, helps the water get down to the roots. And sometimes, I gotta dig out a little weed or somethin’ that snuck in there. Ain’t no need for a big ol’ shovel in these little pots, just a little fork does the trick.
And sometimes, I use a spoon, too. Yeah, a regular old spoon from the kitchen. It’s good for when you’re puttin’ a new plant in a pot, or if you gotta move some dirt around. I got this one spoon, I bent it a little, it’s just perfect for scoopin’ dirt. Don’t tell my husband I’m usin’ his good spoons for the plants, though!
Spray Bottles for a Little Mist
Then there’s them spray bottles. Now, some folks say it’s silly, but I like ’em. I got a couple, one for plain water, and one for when I gotta spray for them little bugs. Some plants, they like a little mistin’ every now and then. Like that Philodendron Pink Princess, that one likes it humid, so I give it a little spritz every couple of days. And that White Stripe Dragon Tree, it gets dusty, so I use the spray bottle to clean off the leaves. Just a little mist, mind you, don’t wanna soak ’em.
I also use the spray bottle to keep them bugs away. Sometimes, you get these little gnats or somethin’, flyin’ around. I mix up a little somethin’ in the spray bottle, a little soapy water, and give the plants a little spray. Keeps them bugs from eatin’ my plants. Gotta keep them plants healthy, you know. It seems silly but it works.
Other Bits and Bobs
And then there’s other little things you might need. Like, I got some gloves, ’cause sometimes the dirt gets under your fingernails, and that ain’t no fun. And I got some scissors, for snippin’ off dead leaves or if a plant gets too big, gotta trim it back a little. And I keep some old newspapers around, for when I’m repottin’ plants, keeps the mess down.
Now, some folks, they like them fancy tools, with all the bells and whistles. But me, I like to keep it simple. These plants, they don’t need nothin’ fancy, just a little love and care. And these simple tools, they do the job just fine. Like my ZZ Plant, and Peace Lily, they need care too. Just like people do, give them little love and they will grow just fine.
- Watering Can: Get one with a long spout.
- Hand Fork: Just a little one for pokin’ around.
- Spray Bottles: Good for mistin’ and keepin’ bugs away.
- Spoon: For scoopin’ dirt.
- Gloves: Keeps your hands clean.
- Scissors: For snippin’ off dead leaves.
- Newspapers: For keepin’ the mess down.
So there you have it, honey. That’s my take on house plant tools. You don’t need nothin’ fancy, just a few simple things to keep your plants happy. Just remember to give ’em some water, some light, and a little love, and they’ll grow just fine. And if you got any questions, you just ask me. I been doin’ this a long time, and I’m always happy to share what I know.
Now, go on and get yourself some plants, and have fun with ’em! It’s good for the soul, you know, havin’ somethin’ green and growin’ in your house. And it’s nice to have somethin’ to take care of, somethin’ to watch grow. Just like raisin’ kids, only a lot less work! And they don’t talk back, neither!
