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Winter houseplant care: six light and humidity checks

Shorter days and dry indoor air change houseplant needs. Start by checking the specific plant's light and water preferences.

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Based on the University of Minnesota Extension's February 2026 winter houseplant guidance; adjust for plant species and avoid waterlogged soil.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. Identify the plant's light preference. Growth leaning strongly toward a window can indicate insufficient light.
2. Turn the pot a little periodically to distribute available light; avoid abruptly moving a shade-loving plant into harsh sun.
3. If winter light is inadequate, consider suitable supplemental full-spectrum lighting, adjusting total light time for the species.
4. Check the soil and drainage rather than watering only by calendar. Do not let the roots sit in water on a saucer.
5. For humidity-loving plants, group pots or use a pebble tray with water below the pebble tops so the pot is not submerged.
6. Inspect leaf tops and undersides for pests and watch new plants separately before putting them with existing plants.