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I wouldn't call myself a Plant Mom, however 30 plants in, I'd like to think I could share the things that have helped me along the way.=). I hope these lists give you ideas whether you're a first time plant parent or a vet at this!
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Green Thumb starter kit

 
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Gardening gloves to keep your hands & nails from getting dirty.
Gardening Gloves
 
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Waterproof, Planter mats help keep things tidy when potting/repotting your plants.
HNXTYAOB 27"x27" Waterproof Repotting Mat
 
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Tools that make planting & trimming easier
Plant Care Tools for Indoor and Outdoor Plants
 
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These grow lights help promote photosynthesis when time of day, and/or weather change occurs. Depending on the kind of lights they are, most come with brightness options, purple, blue, and red hues as well as a timer.
Grow Lights
 
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Mist plants with a water bottle when needed
Plant Spray Bottle

Plant pots & drainage trays

Help your houseplants thrive with proper pots & mess free watering.

 
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Ideal for starter plants & drainage. These help houseplants drain, preventing root rot. They also can be placed inside decorative pots for easier watering.
Nursery Pots
 
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asthetic indoor pots
Indoor Planters & Plant Pots - Decorative Indoor Pots in All Sizes
 
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Drainage trays help catch the excess water when watering plants. These can also help produce humidity when adding pebbles to the tray and misting with water.
TRUEDAYS 20 Pack Clear Plant Saucers 6-12in
 
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Decorative planter ideas for houseplants. I think the gold round ones are pretty.
Decorative Planters & Pots - Indoor/Outdoor
 
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These will catch these pests right where they breed.
Sticky - Gnat - Pest Control

Indoor plant soil

Soil mix ideas for houseplants. Most plants like soil that doesn't hold onto water that can cause root rot.

 
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Potting soil for indoor plants.
Cactus Soil
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Mix perlite with potting soil before adding plant to nursery pot, your plants will show you their appreciation.
Perlite - Soil Amendments - The Home Depot
 
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These small pebbles will help with drainage inside the pot and mixed into the soil, as well as help create humidity when placed in a drainage trey underneath potted plant and misted with water.
Rahato 2.5lbs Small Lava Rocks for Plants
 
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Decorative pebbles for houseplants. Great for asthetics and drainage.
Plant Pebbles
 
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These work great with bamboo plants. You can also use these to decorate the top of houseplant soil.
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