Houseplant Misting

MYTH BUSTERS SERIES

THE FACTS

Most houseplants like a more humid environment than you do, and it can be a real struggle providing our plants with the levels of humidity they require during the dry winter months.

There are several scientifically proven ways to keep your plants healthy and happy during the winter months. But, contrary to popular belief, MISTING is NOT one of them:

Indoor temperatures evaporate moisture QUICKLY!

MYTH BUSTERS SERIES

IN THIS SERIES the Thompson Shuswap Master Gardeners will break down commonly held gardening myths and uncover the truth behind them.

These posts will debunk prolific gardening myths and will include alternative environmentally responsible gardening methods based on research by Dr. Linda Chalker-Scott, Robert Pavlis, and various University Extensions.

Posters of these commonly held gardening myths are included as .pdf documents at the bottom of this page.

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