How to Care for Your Replacement Anthurium with the easyplant Self-Watering System
Caring for your replacement Anthurium using easyplant’s self-watering system ensures that your plant thrives. Below, we’ve compiled a list of actionable care tips to promote healthy growth and blooms for your Anthurium.
General Care Guidelines
Initial Adjustment Period: Yellowing and minor leaf loss are common in the first two weeks. Trim any damaged, yellow, or brown leaves using clean scissors to help focus the plant’s energy on new growth.
Optimal Placement: Place your plant in a spot with bright, indirect light. While Anthuriums adapt to lower light conditions, sufficient light is key for blooms. Avoid exposure to heat or cooling sources such as vents, radiators, or cold drafts.
Acclimation: Give your plant time to adjust to its surroundings and avoid moving it frequently.
Promoting Bloom Growth
To encourage your Anthurium to bloom and thrive:
Trim Spent Blooms: Use clean, sharp scissors to remove dead flowers and stems. This practice encourages new blooms.
Ideal Temperature Range: Keep the plant in an optimal temperature setting between 65°F to 90°F to prevent stress and promote blooming.
Add Plant Vitamins: Enhance growth by adding a vitamin supplement such as Superthrive. Mix 1/4 teaspoon per gallon of water (or one drop per cup).
Watering Instructions
Use the Reservoir Properly: Easyplant’s self-watering system keeps your Anthurium hydrated. Fill the reservoir with room-temperature tap water or use distilled water if you have a water softener or hard water.
Refill Schedule: Check the reservoir monthly or every 1–2 months as per your care guide. Refill only when the reservoir is empty and the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry.
Specialized Advice
Reusing an easyplant Pot: To reuse your easyplant pot for a replacement Anthurium, carefully remove the old plant, ensuring the wick remains intact. Position the wick near or beneath the new plant’s roots to maintain water flow.
Soil Recommendations: Add a well-draining houseplant potting mix or coco coir to ensure the plant gets proper nutrition.
Additional Resources
For further species-specific guidance, consult easyplant’s Plant Care Library. By following these guidelines, your replacement Anthurium is sure to thrive and brighten your space with its stunning blooms.