Plant questions

How do I know when my plants need watering?

Most plants should be watered when the top layer of soil has dried out, not on a fixed schedule. Check the soil with your finger, lift the pot to feel the weight, and watch the leaves for early signs of thirst like slight drooping or dullness.

orchid, basil, croton

Can these orchid, basil, and croton plants be saved?

Yes, the orchid and croton are probably salvageable, but the herb in the black pot looks too dried out to recover. Check each plant’s stems and roots for green, firm tissue, trim off dead parts, repot if needed, and adjust light and watering so they can regrow.