Plant Vacation Checklist — Prepare Houseplants Before a Trip

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Check soil the day before leaving and water only pots that are dry
Move plants out of direct sun and heating or cooling drafts into bright indirect light
Empty saucers and check for pests or damaged leaves
Group foliage plants to reduce humidity swings
Test wick or automatic watering 2–3 days before leaving
On return, check soil and leaves before watering automatically