Daily care and tips for Flowering plants

How do you care for a flowering plant day to day?

Watering once the growing medium has dried out thoroughly, bright indirect light, and a stable temperature between 18 and 24°C are enough for most flowering houseplants. Applying our liquid fertilizer formulated for indoor plants every two to three weeks during the growing season supports flowering. Avoiding cold drafts helps preserve flowers that have already formed.

Why has my flowering plant stopped blooming?

A lack of flowering is most often linked to insufficient light or inadequate fertilization during the growing season. If the room remains dark, a full-spectrum grow light can effectively make up for it. Checking that the plant is not too cramped in its pot can also encourage flowering.

Where can I buy high-quality flowering plants?

Plant and Stories offers a selection of flowering plants from French and European growers, chosen for the quality of their blooms. Every order comes with 'careful packaging and 'fast, secure delivery. Guidance is also provided to help you get started with 'care as soon as your plants arrive.

Everything you need to know about Flowering plants

What is a flowering houseplant?

A flowering houseplant is a species that can produce flowers or colorful spathes indoors, often over an extended period. This is true of the Anthurium and Spathiphyllum, which bloom for several months a year with proper care. These plants stand out from foliage plants for their direct and ever-changing decorative appeal.

Which flowering plant should you choose for a room with little natural light?

The Spathiphyllum remains one of the most shade-tolerant flowering plants, capable of blooming even in moderate indirect light. The Anthurium, on the other hand, needs brighter light to maintain regular flowering. Placing it near a window without direct sunlight is still the best compromise.

Are flowering plants toxic to cats and dogs?

Several popular flowering plants, including Anthurium and Spathiphyllum, are classified as toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA if ingested. It is recommended to place them up high or out of reach of curious pets. If in doubt about a specific species, it is best to check its product page before purchasing.

Flowering plants

Here, you’ll find plants that can flower for an extended period indoors, such as the Anthurium and the Spathiphyllum, in bright, indirect light.

The essentials at a glance:

  • ☀️ Light: bright but indirect, away from direct sunlight
  • 💧 Watering: regular, once the potting mix is dry, without leaving standing water
  • 🎯 Highlight: extended flowering, with a subtle or pronounced fragrance
  • 🪴 Care: fertilize in spring and summer
  • 🍃 Examples: Anthurium, Spathiphyllum

Flowering plants: color and fragrance at the heart of your home

Some plants don’t need a second glance to brighten a room. Flowering plants include species that can bloom for an extended period indoors, often with a subtle or pronounced fragrance depending on the variety. Among the must-haves, the Anthurium stands out for its colorful, long-lasting spathes, while the Spathiphyllum produces elegant white flowers, even in moderate light. These genera bring a decorative touch that few other foliage plants can match, with colors that return throughout the seasons.

Caring for flowering plants: light, watering, and fertilizing

Most indoor flowering plants prefer bright but indirect light, away from direct sunlight, which can scorch petals and leaves. Regular watering is essential once the potting mix has dried out completely, but never leave water standing in the saucer. Choose our fast-draining mineral substrate enriched with essential nutrients, which encourages healthy root growth and supports renewed flowering. Regular feeding with our liquid fertilizer specially formulated for foliage plants encourages new flowers to appear, especially in spring and summer.

Buy your flowering plants from Plant and Stories

Our selection of flowering plants is carefully sourced from French and European growers to ensure generous blooms upon arrival. Each plant is carefully packaged and delivered quickly and securely, so it arrives in perfect condition. Whether you’re looking for a splash of color for your living room or a fragrant gift, our flowering plants will find a natural place in your home.

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