ARBIO PLANT CARE
How to Keep Your Plants Thriving
Simple, practical care guides for every type of plant — designed for UAE living.
CARE BY CATEGORY
Find Your Plant's Needs
Select a category below to see light, water, soil and troubleshooting advice.
Soil & Potting
Well-draining potting mix with perlite. Repot every 1–2 years in spring when roots start circling the pot.
Common Issues
Yellow leaves (overwatering), brown tips (low humidity), drooping stems (underwatering), leggy growth (insufficient light).
Most indoor plants in the UAE benefit from misting 2–3 times per week, especially during summer when AC dries the air.
Soil & Potting
Garden soil mixed with compost and sand for drainage. Mulch the base to retain moisture during hot months.
Common Issues
Sunburn (sudden direct exposure), wilting (heat stress), salt damage from hard tap water, root rot in poorly drained pots.
In UAE summers, water early morning or late evening — never midday. Use filtered water when possible to avoid mineral buildup.
Soil & Potting
Standard indoor potting mix. Office plants are forgiving — most tolerate irregular watering and lower light.
Common Issues
Dust on leaves (wipe monthly), overwatering in low-light conditions, pest buildup in shared spaces.
ZZ Plants, Snake Plants and Pothos are near-indestructible office companions — they thrive in fluorescent light and forgive forgetful waterers.
Soil & Potting
Cactus or succulent mix for smaller pots. Always ensure pots have drainage holes to prevent root rot.
Common Issues
Root rot (pots without drainage), stretching towards light (rotate weekly), drying out quickly in small pots.
Small pots dry out faster than large ones. Check soil moisture with your finger — water only when the top inch feels dry.