What’s Your Houseplant IQ?
Houseplants are valuable pieces of household decor that can be integrated into any aesthetic. Aside from their visual appeal, did you know that they also offer many physical and mental health benefits? Plants can clean the air in your home, help reduce your stress levels, and improve your mood.
But, there’s a lot to know about proper houseplant care before diving into plant parenthood. So, what’s your houseplant IQ? Take our quiz to find out, and we’ll help you choose some houseplants best suited to your skill level!
But, there’s a lot to know about proper houseplant care before diving into plant parenthood. So, what’s your houseplant IQ? Take our quiz to find out, and we’ll help you choose some houseplants best suited to your skill level!
How should you choose the right-sized planter for your new houseplant?
Choose a container that’s smaller than the one it’s growing in, so the plant doesn’t grow too large
Choose a container that’s the same size as the one it’s growing in
Choose a container that’s much larger than the one it’s growing in, so the plant can grow into it
The size of the container doesn’t matter
Which of these houseplants is NOT a succulent?
Dracaena
Aloe Vera
Echeveria
Easter Cactus
Which of these houseplants is best for low-light areas?
String of Pearls
Croton
Jade Plant
ZZ Plant
What’s the general rule for watering houseplants?
Frequent, light waterings
Frequent, thorough waterings
Infrequent, thorough waterings
Infrequent, light waterings
Your houseplant is starting to wilt and turn yellow, and you notice the roots are discolored and slimy. What’s the diagnosis?
Underwatering
Overwatering
Too much sunlight
Not enough sunlight
With the exception of succulents and cacti, most houseplants prefer bright, indirect light. Which location is best suited for these plants?
A windowless bathroom
A dimly-lit hallway
A coffee table near a window
Right on the kitchen windowsill
Which of these plants is classified as an air-cleaning plant?
Aloe Vera
Snake Plant
Boston Fern
All of the above
You’re looking for some winter-blooming houseplants to spruce up your holiday decor—which of these plants should you leave on the shelf?
Amaryllis
Poinsettia
Christmas Cactus
Hibiscus
Which of the following is a sure sign that your houseplant needs to be repotted?
The leaves are yellowing
The plant’s roots are poking out through the drainage holes
The plant isn’t flowering
The plant is growing really fast
Which of the following common houseplant pests is described as a tiny, soft-bodied, pear-shaped insects that feed on plant juices?
Aphids
Common brown scale
Fungus gnats
Spider mites
Low Houseplant IQ
You’re fairly new to houseplants, but that’s ok—we all start somewhere! If you’re ready to make the leap into plant parenthood, start with super easy plants like Aloe Vera, Snake Plant, or Cast-Iron Plant.
Low Houseplant IQ
You’re fairly new to houseplants, but that’s ok—we all start somewhere! If you’re ready to make the leap into plant parenthood, start with super easy plants like Aloe Vera, Snake Plant, or Cast-Iron Plant.
Low Houseplant IQ
You’re fairly new to houseplants, but that’s ok—we all start somewhere! If you’re ready to make the leap into plant parenthood, start with super easy plants like Aloe Vera, Snake Plant, or Cast-Iron Plant.
Moderate Houseplant IQ
You’ve put in your time as an amateur and understand basic plant care. As much as you love your simple succulents and kitchen herbs, you’re ready to graduate to something slightly more demanding. Try caring for a tropical plant, like Peace Lily, Golden Pothos, or Dracaena.
Moderate Houseplant IQ
You’ve put in your time as an amateur and understand basic plant care. As much as you love your simple succulents and kitchen herbs, you’re ready to graduate to something slightly more demanding. Try caring for a tropical plant, like Peace Lily, Golden Pothos, or Dracaena.
Moderate Houseplant IQ
You’ve put in your time as an amateur and understand basic plant care. As much as you love your simple succulents and kitchen herbs, you’re ready to graduate to something slightly more demanding. Try caring for a tropical plant, like Peace Lily, Golden Pothos, or Dracaena.
Moderate Houseplant IQ
You’ve put in your time as an amateur and understand basic plant care. As much as you love your simple succulents and kitchen herbs, you’re ready to graduate to something slightly more demanding. Try caring for a tropical plant, like Peace Lily, Golden Pothos, or Dracaena.
High Houseplant IQ
Is there a Mensa for houseplant IQ? If so, you’d be a member for sure! You’ve probably got an extensive collection to back up your knowledge and experience. Ready for a challenge? Fiddle-Leaf Figs, African Violets, and Moth Orchids are known for their finicky nature, but nothing you can’t handle!
