Easy, Here Are 5 Ways To Grow Ornamental Plants In Water

Illustration of planting ornamental plants in water (Pexels/Kulbir)

JAKARTA – There are various planting media for growing ornamental plants, one of which is in water. Plants in water can be an alternative decoration in your home. Planting in water is also easy and seems more refreshing.

The choice to plant in water is also because it is more practical in its care. No need to water morning and evening. How to grow ornamental plants in water is as follows.

1. Choose types of ornamental plants that can grow in water

Although not completely submerged, plants such as siper plant, ficus, betel ivory, devil's ivy, and jade plant can grow their roots well in water.

2. Choose healthy stems

Healthy stems determine the beauty of your plant later. Also make sure to cut the stems properly. Recommended stems with leaves that are still small in number one or two.

3. Prepare an old vase, vessel, or bottle

There are various kinds of clear glass containers for your plants. It is recommended to choose a vase, used bottle, or a vessel with a small neck so that the plant can remain upright.

4. Put it in the right place

Ornamental plants will grow beautifully if they get good air circulation and sufficient light exposure. Both help plants to photosynthesize. As much as possible, choose a location in the house where the temperature does not change and avoid placing it near air conditioning, electronics, or heating.

5. Change the water periodically and wait for the roots to grow

The advantage of growing ornamental plants in water is that you don't need to do maintenance every day. Although it requires attention, such as changing the water regularly once a week. Choose water that is good or contains a lot of oxygen.

Plant roots will grow for 3-4 weeks. Once a month, you can add water plant fertilizer to keep the leaf shoots and roots growing.