My fiancée and I are relocating soon, and it's really hitting her mom hard. To cheer her up for her birthday, my fiancée wants to surprise her with a houseplant as a memento. We're looking for something that needs to be watered regularly but not daily—more like every week or so. Her mom already has a few plants, so she's familiar with taking care of them. I'm trying to help, but I'm not great with plants myself! P.S. I've realized that daily watering isn't wise for most houseplants!
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I totally get that you want to give something special! For a low-maintenance option, consider getting a Hoya kerrii. Its heart-shaped leaves are adorable, and it doesn’t require frequent watering—it's sensitive, so just avoid daily watering and you’ll be good!
Just a heads up: daily watering is generally a bad idea for houseplants! If she has something like a monstera, aim for a plant with similar care. And honestly, staying in touch will be just as important as the gift itself. Maybe plan some regular chats to help her feel connected!
You don't need to water houseplants daily; that can actually harm them! Most houseplants do fine with watering every 7-10 days. Since your future mother-in-law already has some plants, it’d be good to check what she has and find something with similar care requirements. Think about keeping her connected with regular calls too, that helps bridge the distance!
Thanks for the tip! I appreciate the reminder about staying in touch; my fiancée already checks in with her regularly.