Fall Plant Care Checklist (With the One Fertilizer You Shouldn’t Skip)

Fall may bring cozy sweaters and warm drinks for us, but for houseplants, it means less light, drier air, and the start of a new rhythm. If your leaves are curling or growth is slowing down, that is your plant’s way of asking for a seasonal reset.

Here is your five-step checklist to help your plants adjust with grace.

1. Clean up the foliage

Start by gently removing anything that is yellow, crisp, or lifeless. Wipe dusty leaves with a damp cloth. These small cleanups help your plants breathe and absorb light more effectively. Think of it as a mini refresh that makes a big difference.

2. Adjust your watering routine

Plants do not need as much water in fall. The soil takes longer to dry out, so check with your finger before watering. If the top inch still feels damp, wait. You are aiming for hydration, not soggy roots.

3. Reevaluate the light

Lower light means slower photosynthesis. Move plants closer to windows and rotate them regularly. If they start stretching or fading, consider supplementing with a grow light. A little extra light can go a long way.

4. Continue feeding, just less often

Even if growth slows, your plants still need nutrients. Foliage Focus is ideal during this transition. It offers balanced support without overwhelming roots, which is especially important as activity shifts below the surface. Feed lightly once or twice a month based on your plant’s growth cues.

5. Create a humidity buffer

Indoor heat tends to dry the air, which can stress tropical plants. Group them together to create a micro climate or run a humidifier nearby. Even a simple pebble tray can help maintain a more stable environment.

Explore the Foliage Power Trio

This bundle gives your plants exactly what they need to stay balanced through the season. It pairs Foliage Focus with Root Zone and GT Foliar for complete care without over complication.

If you have a plant friend who always asks you what to do in fall, share this with them. Their focus will appreciate it.