How to Prepare Your Indoor Jungle for Fall

When your sweaters come out, your plants start to feel the shift too. Fall doesn’t just mean cozy vibes and moody lighting—it means real changes in your indoor environment that affect how your plants grow, rest, and survive.

If you’ve got a dense indoor jungle, here’s how to prep it for the cooler months ahead:

1. Check Your Light Zones

Your home’s natural light shifts in fall. South- and west-facing windows become key, and plants in formerly bright spots may now need repositioning. Rotate trailing plants, and consider moving sun-lovers closer to windows.

2. Downshift Your Watering Routine

Growth slows, water needs drop. Overwatering in fall is the #1 way to lose your indoor jungle. Check soil moisture deeply and use your finger or a probe—not a calendar—to decide when it’s time to water.

3. Cut Back, Clean Up

Remove dead or yellowing leaves. Wipe down foliage with a damp cloth or neem spray. This is also a good time to trim leggy stems and rethink overcrowded shelves.

4. Create a Humid Zone

As heating systems come on, air gets dry. Group plants together or add a pebble tray near your more delicate specimens. Humidity-loving plants like ferns, calatheas, and stromanthe will thank you.

5. Refresh Your Styling

Fall is a great excuse to restyle your plant zones. Add texture with woven baskets, shift to warmer-toned ceramics, or layer with books and seasonal candles. Functional and beautiful—yes, please.

Your jungle doesn’t need a full renovation. Just a little seasonal tuning to keep things thriving, cozy, and pest-free all season long.