HOUSE PLANTS 
Because the soil blend differs with each kind of house 
plant, your nurseryman should plant them for you. 
By experience nurserymen have found that plant fatalities 
are caused by one or several of these conditions. 
1. Drought—Give plant frequent attention, if allowed to 
wilt often, it will suffer greatly. 
2. Drowning—Pour off all excess water that is apt to 
accumulate if no drainage hole is provided. Size of con- 
tainer, number and age of plants determines how often to 
water. For small plants, once a week is usually sufficient. 
Water every 12 to 20 days i$ enough for larger containers. 
3. Darkness—Plants prefer window-locations as growth 
is stimulated by light. However, certain plants thrive under 
artificial lighting. Consult your nurseryman on light require- 
ments for plants. 
4. Stomach Ache—Caused by too much fertilizer. Weak 
applications of fertilizer are sufficient where there is no 
drainage. Pots with drainage will consume nutrients much 
faster. Consult your nurseryman for correct amount and type 
of fertilizer. 
5. Sudden Eviction Notice—Do not move a healthy plant 
outdoors for sunshine or rain. This is a shock to the plant. 
If set in a cold draft indoors, plant will gradually die. 
6. Insects—Check plant often for signs of insects. Your 
nurseryman will advise on how to kill insects, do not at- 
tempt this without expert advice. 
Set Seni out as soon as ciple after purchasing. Do 
not let them dry out. If you cannot plant immediately, place 
in the shade and give them a light watering. 
Dig hole large enough to accommodate all the roots. 
