Plants to give your home a fresh look this autumn
As autumn arrives, daylight hours change, temperatures drop and we start spending more time at home. Our plants also begin to notice the changes in light and temperature.
It is a good time to review where they are placed, adjust watering and prepare our green corners for the coming autumn and winter months.
There is no need to make major changes. Adapting the space and adding a new plant can completely transform any corner of your home.
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How to care for your plants when autumn arrives
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In autumn, many indoor plants gradually slow down their growth. This means their needs may be different from those they had during the summer months.
There are three things worth checking.
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1. Check how much light they receive
The days get shorter and the intensity of the light changes. A corner that worked well in July may no longer work in October.
Observe your plants during the first few weeks of autumn. If they start leaning towards the window, their colours become less vibrant or their growth slows down too much, it may be a good time to move them to a brighter spot.
Whenever possible, choose places with plenty of indirect natural light.
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2. Reduce watering if your plant needs it
One of the most common mistakes at the end of summer is to keep watering just as frequently.
With milder temperatures and fewer daylight hours, water in the potting mix takes longer to evaporate and many plants use less water.
Before watering, always check the potting mix. If it is still moist, wait a few more days.
In autumn, it is better to observe your plant than to follow a fixed watering schedule.
If you use a self-watering system, it is also advisable to adapt its watering frequency to the new season. CitySens self-watering systems allow you to adjust watering to suit the needs of each plant and each time of year.
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3. Be mindful of heating
When temperatures start to drop, we also start closing windows and turning on the heating.
This can make indoor air drier, something that some tropical plants may be particularly sensitive to.
Avoid placing plants too close to radiators, heaters or hot air vents. It is also best to keep them away from cold draughts and sudden changes in temperature.
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Plants to enjoy at home this autumn
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As well as adapting your plant care routine, spending more time at home can be the perfect excuse to add new plants.
We have selected species with different colours, shapes and needs that work particularly well for bringing greenery into indoor spaces over the coming months.
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The Philodendron Micans stands out for its velvety leaves, with deep green tones and coppery highlights that complement autumn colours particularly well.
The Croton offers something different. Its elongated leaves combine shades of green, red, orange and fuchsia, adding colour without the need for flowering plants.
The Zamioculca is one of those plants that works in almost any space. Its glossy green leaves and structured form add volume without visually overwhelming the room, and it is especially hardy.
And there are more options...
Sansevieria: Upright, hardy and easy to fit into your space. It is a good option for rooms where space is limited, as it mainly grows upwards.
The Philodendron Scandens adds a lighter, more flowing touch of greenery thanks to the shape of its leaves and its growth habit. It is easy to place in small corners, on desks or on shelves and, over time, can develop a more trailing form.
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Prepare your plants for the coming months
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Autumn does not mean our plants need much more care. Quite the opposite: in many cases, they simply need us to change our routine as the season changes.
Check the light, observe how long the potting mix takes to dry out, reduce watering when necessary and avoid sudden changes in temperature.
And if a corner of your home could do with a small change, perhaps all it needs is a new plant. Because every season has its own rhythm. And so do our plants.
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