But there is no need for a wilted, sad plant since the causes are so easy to identify.
We spoke to master gardeners and plant experts to learn the reasons your plant is droopy all the time.
With these easy fixes, your plant will perk up in no time at all.
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Water carries nutrients to the plant, aids photosynthesis, and provides structural support.
Close to 10-percent of most plants is water.
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Gardening experts agree thatoverwatering, more than underwatering, is the reason your plant is droopy all the time.
“Many of us tend to overwater plants, which can result inroot rot,” says Kaleb Wyse.
The fix is easy: Barra says you should feel the soil.
Ensure the pot has ways to drain.
Allow the soil around the roots to dry.
Always check deeper into the pot to decide if watering is necessary.
What’s the fix?
“If your space is more cozy cave than sunny paradise, agrow light can work wonders.”
“If it’s too compact, consider repotting your plant into better soil.”
You should also add fertilizers.
Borisevich recommends mixingNPK fertilizerpellets into the soil or spreading them across the surface.
Dry Air
Subjecting a plant to too much dry air can cause it to wilt.
During the winter, indoor air tends to be at its driest.
Heated air will dry out the soil, leading to plants with droopy leaves.
Keep the plant away from indoor vents and otherheating sourceslikewall heatersor baseboard heaters.
Avoid placing houseplants in rooms that have dehumidifiers.
Overwinter your outdoor plantsgradually.
It’s a slow process of acclimating the plant by giving it increasingly longer periods indoors.
Do this over two or so weeks.
How Plants Use Water.
West Virginia State University Extension.
