Tools Your Houseplants Need to Thrive

 5 tools needed to thrive your houseplants

You may think you will become a plant parent when you hang your new philodendron or find the right corner for a mood fiddle leaf. But as any experienced owner can attest, aesthetics are a start.

“For as long as I can remember, I was surrounded by plants,” says Joyce Mast, Bloomscape's resident plant mom and the real mother of our founder Justin. "It is imperative to learn how to properly care for each species. Paying attention to these details will help your plants thrive in your home or apartment.

Fortunately, indoor plant care is fun, relatively easy, and incredibly rewarding. “Plants not only bring beauty to your home, but they also cleanse the air, increase oxygen levels, and boost your mood,” he adds. Scientists from Avaji, Japan have found that looking at the plant can reduce stress and improve mental health. Aside from following the specific care instructions for each plant, Mast says it is "important to have the right tools." "Your care efforts will be very effective."

This is where our new plant shop comes in. The Plant Care Store, which has the key ingredients needed for gardening, is our latest step in making indoor plant care as easy and accessible as possible. Designed for beginners and experienced gardeners, the first five products act as a plant parent starter pack.

Below, learn more about our brand new hand mill, soil scoop, earthen knife, houseplant scissors, and scissors, and remember to always clean your tools after each use to prevent the spread of disease or germs.

The Hand Travel

Mast explains that a horticultural staple, a trowel is a fast-moving tool that can be used for digging, using, softening, and moving small amounts of soil into an indoor pot. “Our Classic Travel has a wide, deep dish to carry maximum dirt in every scoop,” he explains. "Glossy stainless-steel coating is highly resistant to corrosion and will look beautiful for many years."

Pro Tip: Trowel is a perfect tool when potting your plants, adding soil amendments, or planting your seedlings.

Soil scoop

The cave relative of the hand mill is based on the soil scoop. “A great tool for replanting, this essentially allows you to take the soil generously at once,” he explains. "The high back and sides keep the dirt in place when you remove it from the bag."

Tip: A soil scoop is your best friend when replanting large plants. Remember to clean your dirt scoop with soap and water or an alcohol wipe after each use.

The Soil Knife

The soil knife is your greatest companion when regrowing greens of all sizes. With a serrated edge and strong blade, this tool helps to loosen the roots before transplant surgery. To prepare your plant, he explains, "Water it well a day or two beforehand to ensure proper hydration, which reduces the risk of shock." To replant, "Gently slide your soil knife around the inner circumference of the pot to loosen the roots."

Tip: Plants should be re-potted at least once a year. If your plant threatens to wilt or wither after deep watering, it's time to move to a new home. This tool is useful when removing a new plant from its nursery or cutting large roots that have seen good days.

Home Plant Bruner

“The set of well-made pruners is worth the weight of gold for the indoor gardener,” says Mast. Decorated with stainless steel, stainless blades, and a comfortable grip handle, our Bruner provides a sharp, clean cut to the stems, leaves, and branches. Remember: If the cut is clean, your plant will heal faster. “Make sure to always clean your pruners to prevent unnecessary damage to your plants,” he adds.

Tip: Use them to prune and cut thick stems, leaves, and unwanted branches on any houseplant. Doing so will promote full growth and happy, healthy greenery.

Cut and trim

Meet the most accurate pruning tools in your Plant Care Arsenal. With its long handle and sharp blades, the pruning shears give the cut as clean as possible. “The pruning shears are designed to reach those difficult places,” Mast explains. "They are great for elaborate work or deadheading flowers or houseplants."

Pro Tip: In addition to interior details, these versatile scissors are perfect for outdoor gardening. Use them to harvest herbs or to polish inaccessible areas of your lawn or garden.