6 Essential Tips To Keep Plants Healthy During Monsoon

By Yashika Goel
30 Jul 2024, 17:30 IST

Monsoons can cause fungus and pests in your plants. It can also destroy and decay your plant's health. Tap to read essential tips to keep plants healthy during monsoon.

Avoid overwatering

Avoid overwatering your plants, as this can make the soil moist. It may cause the plants to deteriorate and eventually die.

Drain pots

Drain pots to remove excess water from the soil. Ensure there are proper drainer holes as this will prevent waterlogging.

Regular trims

Regularly trim and prune your plants to remove weeds. It will also allow healthier and faster growth in plants

Shelter plants

Shelter your plants from direct rain. During periods of severe rain, move your plants to covered areas or cover them with a row cover.

Loosen the soil

Loosen the soil from the pots to allow roots to breathe. It will allow air circulation in the soil. It also prevents moisture from getting trapped in the soil.

Use fungicide

Monsoon season can cause fungus attacks. Use fungicide sprays every 10-15 days to prevent fungal infection.

Information credits

This information is taken from Better India. These are a few tip to keep your plants healthy during monsoon.