Zebra plant- Stressed out plant lover needs help!
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Hi Penne, If you rinse it off really well until the soap stops making suds you have a pretty good shot of many of the plants surviving. (Turning plant on it's side)
Droopy means to much water. Here's a link that may help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/zebra-plant/zebra-houseplant-care.htm
Good luck!
I'm guessing turning on its side helps it drain faster.
I left mine on their sides all night, but again have to wait for them to dry out I guess unless the Vinegar which was just a misted amount to the top soil has
hurt it beyond repair. Again, might just take the other one out of its soil. NO vinegar on it and replant it in dry soil. Thanks for answering me.
I used to have one years ago but don't recall how much trouble it was, but I have had tons of asst. plants. Droopy leaves can mean too much or not enough water. It's an expression of stress. You can kill them with too much love. Best thing to do in my opinion is to only water LIGHTLY. When water runs out from the bottom drainage holes remove the saucer. Never let them sit in a saucer with water in it. Another way is to water SOME from the top then fill the saucer underneath. Keep an eye on it and after about 10 minutes it should have drank as much water as it wants. Then remove the water from the saucer. Let it alone in the spot it seems to like in your house and do the same thing in about a week. It needs time to recover from all the too much /too little waterings but the online site suggested earlier will be a great help to you. When you shope for plants try to find ones that are ez for you to care for so that you can enjoy them without all the stress. Just read the tabs inside the flower pots at the nursery or store.. Good luck.
I find the best way to water my plants is to sit them in a container of water for about 15 to 20 minutes. They will drink all they need.