I’ve been keeping plants for about 5 years and have not bought any meters to track and test light, moisture, temp, ph, and all that. Are these a necessity? I am starting to think that I need these tools to ever get some of my pants to thrive in my dark home which gets pretty cold in the winter. What do y’all think?

  • hereforthepopcorn@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Are you experiencing any problems with your plants? How are you caring for them at the moment? What would you like to achieve? I’m just asking because I feel like this would be helpful to know to give you appropriate recommendations.

    • Malcriada Lala@lemmy.worldOP
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      1 year ago

      Many never seem to develop strong and substantial root systems no matter how properly I water them or how much I amend the soil for what they specifically need. I have an alocacia zebrina that has only grown about 5 leaves the whole time I’ve had it (about a year) and I’ve read that it’s a fast growing plant once it has enough light and soil. I guess I wanna be more confident about whether the light situation I’ve set up is enough, and I want to feel more confident that my plants are thirsty before I water again. My concern is whether these meters actually work or if they are a gimmick.