Common mistakes you’re making with your houseplants

While they won’t purify your air, houseplants are a great way to bring life into your spaces, whether it be a single potted plant on your shelf or a room full of foliage. But, when it comes to how to care for indoor plants, it can be easier said than done. Maybe you’re one of those plant parents, no matter what you do, can’t seem to keep your greenery lively and fresh. ● To help you learn how to care for indoor plants, we’ve rounded up common mistakes people make with their houseplants – and what you can do instead.

Reviewed.com USA TODAY NETWORK PHOTO AND ILLUSTRATION BY AMY DODD THOMPSON/USA TODAY NETWORK Liv Birdsall Plants want to be cared for, and they respond positively to voices and activity. Dust off their leaves once in a while.