Slower growth typically means houseplants need less water. "When light quantity and duration decreases, photosynthesis and certain other biological processes slow down, explains Leslie F.
Plants have slowed down their growth for the winter, so they simply don’t have the same hydration needs. Too much water results in root rot, and having moist soil around all the time gives gnats ...
These low-maintenance ferns require plenty of sunlight and water, so they're best placed next to a window and watered twice a week. "Compared to other house plants, Boston ferns are the most ...