12 Healthy Houseplant Hacks for Those Who Lack a Green Thumb

Published on January 18, 2026

Sometimes, the most unexpected things that are peacefully sitting by your home can be the most helpful tools to fill your lack of gardening expertise. Too many experiments, however, may lead you to harm or even kill your plants instead. To guide you, below are 12 healthy houseplant hacks for your non-green thumbs.

  1. Find a site with the right light
  2. Make pots hold water longer
  3. Feed your ferns
  4. Read the newspaper to your plants
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  6. Mist—but not for the reason you think
  7. Don’t toss leftover club soda or egg water
  8. Use ice cubes to water
  9. Mouse pad your plants
  10. Make your houseplants shine
  11. Know when to repot
  12. Try an ice cream scoop

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