I'm living in Colorado where the air gets super dry—sometimes as low as 10% humidity in the summer! My houseplants seem to really struggle with it. I've heard about using pebble trays to help, but honestly, I'm worried they won't be stable enough and that my plants might fall over. Has anyone had experience with pebble trays? Are they effective, and do you have tips for keeping the plants steady?
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I haven't personally used pebble trays since I've heard their effect on humidity can be pretty minimal. But in really dry environments like yours, even a little extra moisture can help! The idea behind pebble trays is that they keep the pots out of standing water, which can lead to root rot. If you're concerned about stability, try using pea gravel instead, or even turn a plant saucer upside down and place your pot on it, filling the tray with water instead of pebbles. That might help!
Thanks for the tips! I've been misting my plants regularly, especially the ones that look unhappy, like my crispy wave fern. It's good to know there are alternatives to pebbles!