My fiddle leaf fig was wilting because I kept forgetting to water it during hectic workdays. I started setting calendar alerts on my work computer to remind me to check on it every Friday afternoon. What simple reminders do you use to keep your plants happy when work gets busy?
I've always followed the recommended watering schedules for my indoor succulents, religiously checking soil moisture and using special pots. But last month, I got swamped with work and completely forgot about my aloe vera in the corner. When I finally remembered, it had not only survived but was pushing out three new offsets and had deeper green coloration. This has me convinced that we're overwatering and over-managing our plants out of anxiety rather than necessity. The plant care community often pushes precise routines, but in reality, many species are built to endure periods of drought. I'm starting to think that a hands-off approach might actually reduce stress for both the plant and the owner. I'd love to hear if others have seen similar outcomes with a hands-off method.