Winter Houseplant Care & 2025 Garden Trends

Hey FitTrion Family—
If your windowsills and shelves are packed with houseplants, you’re in good company! Americans are growing more vegetables and leafy greens than ever, with surveys showing that nearly half of US households now have some kind of edible garden or indoor greens. It’s not just about looks—a fresh crop of veggies and native plants can mean less water use, lower maintenance, and big health perks for you and your home.

2025 Plant Trends You’ll Love

• Native Plants Rule: More people are swapping trendy exotics for native picks that support local pollinators and need less water. Eco-smart gardens are booming, saving homeowners time and money.

• Late Harvest & Winter Sowing: If you think gardening stops when it gets cold, think again. Cold-hardy mustards and spinach, garlic, and onions can go straight in the ground in November for a fresh, early spring harvest.

• DIY for Wellness: The surge in edible gardens means people are obsessed with quick-growing veggies—think baby spinach in 25 days! And if you want to try fruit, fall is prime time for planting new trees.

Top Tips for Happy Indoor Plants This Winter

• Water less often—plants slow down, so “overwatering is the quickest way to lose a plant in winter.” Use room-temperature water, and only after the top inch or two of soil is dry.

• Rotate plants for even light, but avoid drafty spots and sudden temp changes. “If you’re cold, your plants probably are too!”

• Add extra light. Short days mean less sunshine, so consider a simple grow light for your favorite sun-loving plants.

• Don’t fertilize during plant dormancy. Most indoor greens take a break in winter—let them rest and grow when things warm up again.

• Never let pots sit in standing water—root rot is real!