Broom

Broom is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Broom →

Common Broom Problems →

Broom prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Broom Water Frequency →

Broom Root Rot →

Broom requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Broom Light Requirements →

Broom Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Broom is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Broom is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Broom does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot Broom →

What Are Healthy Broom Roots →

Broom is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

Broom grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Broom Lifecycle →

Broom Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Broom →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Broom can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Broom Temperature Tolerance →

Broom Hardiness Zones →

Is Broom a Weed? →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Broom, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Broom →

What Eats Broom? →

• Drooping Broom Leaves →
• Broom Dropping Leaves →
• Black Spots on Broom →
• Brown Spots on Broom →
• Broom Leaves Falling Over →
• Broom Leaves Curling →
• Broom Yellow Leaves →
• Broom Root Rot →
• Why Is My Broom Wilting? →