Mystery Plant Box - Surprise Plant Pack - Surprise Indoor Plant Set

The Mystery Plants Box thrives in bright indirect light, ideally placed 1 to 2 meters from an east or west facing window for the majority of the selected species.

The tropical plants included in this surprise plant pack come from undergrowth or filtering canopies, meaning they don't tolerate direct sunlight well, which can cause leaf burn. In winter, move them slightly closer to a window to compensate for the reduced natural light.

Some species in the group, particularly those with dark graphic foliage, adapt to partial shade, while plants with variegated or light leaves require more light to retain their colors.

Important tip 🌿Avoid placing your plants directly behind a south-facing window in summer: the accumulated heat and direct radiation can burn the leaves in a few hours.For dimly lit spaces, ourgrow light for dimly lit indoor environmentsoffers a full spectrum that faithfully mimics natural light, without harmful UV rays.

The Mystery Plants Box may contain plants that are toxic to cats, dogs and young children, depending on the species in your batch.

Many tropical houseplants, particularly members of the Araceae family such as Monstera, Philodendron, and Alocasia, contain calcium oxalate crystals that cause immediate irritation of the mouth, throat, and digestive tract if ingested. Other botanical families may have saps that are mildly irritating to the skin or mucous membranes.

If ingested by an animal or child, the most common symptoms are excessive salivation, vomiting, and oral irritation. These reactions are usually not serious if the amount ingested is small, but a doctor or veterinarian should be consulted promptly.

What precautions should be taken on a daily basis?

As a safety precaution, place all the plants in your Mystery Plants Box out of reach of pets and young children, either up high or in a secure room.

With a few simple placement precautions, your surprise indoor plant pack can coexist without major risk with the whole family in a caring home.

The leaves of the Mystery Plants Box most often turn yellow due to overwatering, lack of light, or a nutrient deficiency.

• If the leaves turn yellow and become limp, the problem usually stems from excess water causing the beginning of root rot.
• If the leaves gradually turn yellow while remaining firm and dry, the plant often lacks light or fertilizer.
• If the yellowing is accompanied by small light spots, a dull appearance or fine webbing, it may be a mite infestation, common indoors, especially in dry atmospheres.

As the Mystery Plants Box brings together species from various botanical origins, some plants in the lot may react more sensitively to temperature variations or air currents, which accelerates the yellowing of the most exposed leaves.

Important tip 🌿One or two old leaves turning yellow from time to time is perfectly normal: it is part of the plant's natural cycle.On the other hand, there is cause for concern if several leaves turn yellow rapidly, if the phenomenon spreads to young leaves, or if growth slows down significantly.

In case of a mite infestation, prioritize ournatural helpers for treating without damaging the foliageeffective and respectful of the plant and your home.

The Mystery Plant Box is ideally repotted in the spring, between March and May, when growth actively resumes.

Repotting is necessary when:

• The roots emerge through the drainage holes.
• Growth is slowing down.
• or that the substrate compacts too quickly after watering.

As a general rule, repotting every 2 years is sufficient for an adult plant.

The tropical plants included in this surprise houseplant lot often have dense, active root systems that quickly colonize the volume of the pot, especially in fast-growing species such as some Philodendron or Epipremnum.

Choose a pot 2 to 3 cm wider than the old one, and make sure it has drainage holes. Ourtransparent pots to monitor the rootsare ideal: their transparency allows you to easily observe the condition of the roots after repotting, without having to disturb the plant.

Prepare a well-draining and aerated substrate, specially designed for tropical plants.We recommend ourwell-draining substrates enriched with biostimulantsdesigned to promote drainage, root oxygenation and healthy long-term growth.

1. Carefully remove the plant from its pot, tapping the pot if necessary to loosen the root ball without pulling on the stems.
2. Gently loosen the roots if they are very compacted, without breaking them.
3. Place a layer of substrate at the bottom of the pot, position the plant upright, then fill with substrate without burying the crown.

Important tip 🌿After repotting, water the plant to help the substrate settle properly around the roots and eliminate any air pockets.Keep in mind that repotting is always a source of stress for the plant. Repotting every two years is sufficient to ensure healthy and balanced growth.

The Mystery Plants Box should be fertilized every 2 to 3 weeks from March to October with a liquid fertilizer diluted in the watering water.

During autumn and winter, from November to February, significantly reduce or stop fertilization. This is a period of dormancy during which most plants in the batch produce few or no new leaves.

As this surprise plant pack brings together species with varied nutritional needs, opt for a well-dosed, multipurpose fertilizer rather than intensive fertilization, so as not to unbalance plants with more sensitive roots such as Calathea or Anthurium.

A well-balanced intake promotes:

• denser, more colorful foliage
• steady growth,
• and improved plant resistance.

👉 For best results, we recommend ourconcentrated fertilizer for houseplantsEasy to dose, with fast visible results. Practical tips are printed directly on the back of the label and on the product information sheet, for simple and hassle-free use.

Important tip 🌿Never fertilize a plant in a dry substrate: this could burn the roots.Water normally first, then apply the diluted fertilizer 2 to 3 days later, when the substrate is slightly moist. Regular but moderate fertilization will keep your Mystery Plants Box vigorous and perfectly healthy 💚

The Mystery Plant Box should be watered when the substrate has dried out completely, approximately every 7 to 10 days in summer and every 12 to 15 days in winter. Use room temperature water.

As this collection of surprise houseplants includes species from various origins, some plants with thick foliage or semi-succulents store more water in their tissues and will better tolerate a longer watering interval between applications.

How do I know when to water?

The finger test remains the most reliable method: insert your index finger into the substrate to a depth of 2 to 3 cm. If the substrate is dry, it's time to water. If it's still damp, wait a few more days.

Important advice:When in doubt, it's always better to wait a little longer than to overwater. Plants adapt better to underwatering than to overwatering, which quickly causes root rot.

The Mystery Plants Box can be propagated using various methods adapted to each species in the set, ideally in spring or early summer, when the plants' vitality is at its peak.

Method according to the species receivedClimbing or twining plants like Philodendron or Epipremnum are propagated by cuttings of stems with at least one node and one leaf. Rosette or rhizome-forming species, such as Calathea or Maranta, are propagated by dividing the clump when repotting. To make a clean, precise cut on the stems, useOur pruning shears have a straight point for a clean cut.: a clean stainless steel blade limits the risk of infection and promotes a better recovery.

1. Take the cutting or divide the clump depending on the species concerned, making sure to keep some roots on each division.
2. Place the cutting inOur transparent pots allow you to monitor root development.This allows you to monitor root development without disturbing the plant.
3. Keep in a bright place out of direct sunlight, at a room temperature above 18°C.

For cuttings of climbing stems, you can also use ourlive sphagnum moss to maintain root moisturearound the nodes, which considerably accelerates rooting. Once the roots have formed, transplant into theour selection of specialized blends by botanical family, to provide each cutting with the substrate best suited to its development.

Important tip 🌿Rooting typically takes between 3 and 6 weeks, depending on the species and ambient temperature. The first signs of success are the appearance of a new leaf or slight resistance when the cutting is gently pulled. Maintain a stable temperature and avoid drafts throughout the rooting process.