The greenery will always fade with the changing seasons, leaving a barren landscape. However, your home does not have to be. Growing indoor plants can be difficult for many, but with the right information, you can grow an indoor jungle too. 

One of the most important things you need to know to let your plants flourish is the type of soil you should use. Most plants require traditional potting soil, but others like succulents and shrubs grow best in sandy soil.

Another common mistake many people make is watering their plants too much or too little. No one plant is the same as another. Every plant requires a different amount of water, so research which plants you would like to grow and how often you should water them. 

Root rot is also a common reason why people kill their plants. This occurs when plants are overwatered and the roots are deprived of oxygen, causing them to decay. You can prevent this by giving your plants the correct amount of water and making sure you have some sort of drainage at the bottom of your pots. This can be rocks, clay beads, or simply a plate underneath to let the water run through.

Fertilizing your plants can boost their growth and health. Fertilizers are generally inexpensive and can be purchased at most stores. However, if this is not accessible to you, you can make your own fertilizer at home with ground-up eggshells, coffee grinds, or even banana peels.

If you want to multiply your plants, propagating can save you a lot of money. To do this, find the node of the plant you are looking to multiply and cut it right below. Place it in a glass of water near a sunny window, and within a few weeks, roots should have sprouted from the bottom of the stem. After it obtains its roots, you can plant it in dirt and continue to watch it grow. 

Growing plants can be frustrating at first for many, but once you can understand the basics, there will be nothing stopping you from letting your plants flourish.