Winter can be a magical time of year, but not so much if you’re a plant.
From temperature drops to darker days, your once thriving indoor plant buddies might start to struggle once the colder days strike, unless you take some plant precautions.
That’s why we wanted to share 6 tips with you for how you can ensure your promotional plants stay happy and thriving all the way through until spring.
For more ingenious plant merch ideas, you can download your free Living Promotions brochure now, or request a call-back for your free consultation with one of our merchandise consultants.
6 ways to care for your promotional plants this winter
1. Let them bask in the winter sunshine
With the darker, rainier days of winter, it’s even more important that your plants get enough sunlight.
Ensure they are somewhere in your home that gets the best light by moving them closer to a window or even following the sun during the day with your plants.
These are both great ways to ensure your plants get to enjoy those winter rays for longer.
2. Water them less
In the winter, your beloved plants don’t need as much water. It’s always better to do the finger test first rather than watering to your usual schedule.
Dip your finger in the soil up to your second knuckle - if your finger comes out dry, then your buddy is thirsty, if wet, then no need for water!
3. Keep them snuggly
It’s great for your leafy friends to be near windows for the sunshine, but make sure those windows don’t have any draughts. Keep them from touching cold window panes, and make sure they’re staying at a consistent temperature (so not near any radiators, either!).
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4. Do not disturb
In the winter, plants like to have a little snooze and actually stop growing - storing all their energy for spring when it’s warmer. Because of this, your plants would rather you don’t disturb their slumber, so no repotting in the winter months!
5. A gentle pruning
It’s normal for a few of your plant’s leaves to turn brown in the winter. This is just them adjusting to their new frostier surroundings. It’s perfectly safe to still gently pluck these out, but if there are more brown leaves than green, you may need to do some urgent plant TLC.
6. Dust those leaves
With the lack of sunlight in the winter, your plants need all the help they can get to photosynthesis more efficiently. Make sure their leaves are dust-free with a microfibre cloth.
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Promotional plants perfect for your next winter campaign
1. Shaped Chinese elm Bonsai Kokedama.webp?width=150&height=150&name=2%20(12).webp)
One of our most popular plants from our Tranquil Plants range: Bonsai Kokedama!
Approximately a 10-12 year-old Bonsai tree, this is the classic plant gift. Promoting peace and calm, it's easy to maintain and a great starter bonsai tree.
Read more: Here’s why we love Tranquil Plants
2. Sprout pencil.webp?width=150&height=150&name=1%20(11).webp)
These aren’t your average, ordinary pencils. Oh no, these are pencils that can be planted. It’s time to spread a green message with your promotional pencil.
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3. Plant It paper beer mats/wine coasters.webp?width=150&height=150&name=4%20(11).webp)
Who said plants were just for the garden? These Plant It paper beer mats are perfect for adding that awesome plant energy to your next Christmas event.
4. Seeded paper wristbands.webp?width=150&height=150&name=3%20(11).webp)
This has to be one of our most favourite products ever! What do you do with your old conference wristbands? Well, with these seeded paper wristbands, you can now plant them after the event and grow your very own miniature wildflower meadow!
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5. Pine tree bookmark.webp?width=150&height=150&name=6%20(6).webp)
Charming and useful, these pine tree bookmarks are a great gift for any book lover with green-fingered prowess. Includes pine seeds (pinus nigra) which will grow into the perfect pine tree.
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6. Grow Me - grass seed paper memo block.webp?width=150&height=150&name=5%20(11).webp)
We hate the waste caused by memo blocks and sticky notes, but we also couldn’t live without them. The solution? This growable seed paper memo block! The paper is dotted with seeds, so once planted in soil, they’ll grow into a superb wildflower meadow.
Read more: Welcome to the jungle: 12 benefits of promotional plants
Keeping your merch green all year round
We’re here to help keep your plants green and thriving all year round for that ultimate brand impact.
Download your exclusive Living Promotions brochure now, or request a call-back for your free consultation with one of our merchandise consultants.
