TIERRA SOL STUDIO PLANT CARE SUGGESTIONS
Tierra Sol Studio creates happy and minimal small batch ceramics, studio grown cacti, and terrariums—for plant killers who are plant lovers. Each planter, ceramic cactus, living plant, and soil type is crafted or grown at their studio after years of research.
WINTER WATERING
We know you’ve carefully curated your plant collection and we want to make sure your plants stay as beautiful all year long!
At Tierra Sol Studio we use research to replicate the natural environment of each plant!
As soon as it is cold out, we suggest reducing water to your plants!
R E A S O N S T O S T O P O R R E D U C E W A T E R
The two main reasons why water can damage indoor plants when it is cold outside. Plants receive less sun in Winter and slow their growth during this period requiring less water. This reduction in sunlight also results in slower evaporation of water. So regular watering of plants may result in overwatering especially when that water sits in the soil longer than usual.
H O U S E P L A N T S
For houseplants, we suggest reducing water by half or more. Watch for signs of overwatering (like yellow leaves). Also be sure to watch your plants closely for signs of thirst. For instance, some plants will become limp if they need water. If you think that your plant needs more water, be careful not to overcompensate and give it too much.
C A C T I + S U C C U L E N T S
For cacti and other succulents, we recommend holding off on water until it gets warmer. If this seems like too difficult a task for you as a loving plant parent, try to water with a quarter of the water you would normally use.
A D A P T I N G T O W I N T E R
The environments in homes can vary greatly depending on location, season, the position of plants near heat sources, cold drafty windows, sunny spots, etc. We suggest getting to know your plant and finding what works best for them in your space! Remember that a lost leaf or two is normal!
At Tierra Sol Studio we use research to replicate the natural environment of each plant!
As soon as it is cold out, we suggest reducing water to your plants!
R E A S O N S T O S T O P O R R E D U C E W A T E R
The two main reasons why water can damage indoor plants when it is cold outside. Plants receive less sun in Winter and slow their growth during this period requiring less water. This reduction in sunlight also results in slower evaporation of water. So regular watering of plants may result in overwatering especially when that water sits in the soil longer than usual.
H O U S E P L A N T S
For houseplants, we suggest reducing water by half or more. Watch for signs of overwatering (like yellow leaves). Also be sure to watch your plants closely for signs of thirst. For instance, some plants will become limp if they need water. If you think that your plant needs more water, be careful not to overcompensate and give it too much.
C A C T I + S U C C U L E N T S
For cacti and other succulents, we recommend holding off on water until it gets warmer. If this seems like too difficult a task for you as a loving plant parent, try to water with a quarter of the water you would normally use.
A D A P T I N G T O W I N T E R
The environments in homes can vary greatly depending on location, season, the position of plants near heat sources, cold drafty windows, sunny spots, etc. We suggest getting to know your plant and finding what works best for them in your space! Remember that a lost leaf or two is normal!
SUCCULENT + CACTUS CARE
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Our succulents and cacti are set up with specific pots, hand mixed soil and super hardy plants to be watered once a month:
- Extra Large Planter (e.g. Lulo Cactus): 2 TBS water - Large Planter (e.g. top photo on left): 1 TBS water - Medium Planter: (e.g. Gilbert) 1 TBS of water - Small Planter (e.g. Olive Cactus): 1 tsp water - Mini Planter (e.g. Estelle): 1-2 drops of water from wet hand or dropper You can water more if very hot or in a very sunny spot and reduce by half or skip months if it is cold or winter time when plants become dormant (October - January). ALWAYS water onto the sand or soil-NEVER water directly on the plant! The soil should dry out completely before watering again. We hand mix cactus and succulent soil based on the needs of the plant. Our planters and soil replicate the natural environment of the plants so they can last forever. Everything we make can handle a lot more or a lot less water if you need to be away or forget. Never over water because you underwatered, just resume the same amount and schedule. Our succulents do best in a sunny spot with indirect light but thrive in medium to low light as well. Fun Fact: Did you know that all cacti are succulents but not all succulents are cacti? 
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HOUSEPLANT CARE
Calthea
Light: Bright to medium indirect light. Our houseplants are grown in our greenhouse built to adapt plants to lower indoor light.
Water: Keep slightly moist but not wet. Do not let dry out between watering. In winter top inch can dry out before watering.
Temperature: Calthea plants are happy warmer and away from cold drafts.
Pothos
Light: Low to bright filtered light. More light creates more variegation.
Water: Pothos are extremely hardy and can do well even if neglected or over watered. Moisten soil once per week.
Temperature: Pothos do well in most environments.
Rubber Plant
Light: Low to medium filtered light.
Water: Water until soil is moist but not wet. Allow soil to dry between watering.
Temperature: Rubber plants do well in most environments.
Light: Bright to medium indirect light. Our houseplants are grown in our greenhouse built to adapt plants to lower indoor light.
Water: Keep slightly moist but not wet. Do not let dry out between watering. In winter top inch can dry out before watering.
Temperature: Calthea plants are happy warmer and away from cold drafts.
Pothos
Light: Low to bright filtered light. More light creates more variegation.
Water: Pothos are extremely hardy and can do well even if neglected or over watered. Moisten soil once per week.
Temperature: Pothos do well in most environments.
Rubber Plant
Light: Low to medium filtered light.
Water: Water until soil is moist but not wet. Allow soil to dry between watering.
Temperature: Rubber plants do well in most environments.
AIR PLANT CARE
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Air plants are very hardy plants and low in maintenance. The kind of water you use is important. Filtered water, tap water that has sat long enough for the chlorine to dissipate, bottled water, or rain water are all great for air plants. Once a month, submerge the air plant in water for 2-3 hours (6 hours max.) upside down (or dunk in water every two weeks for quicker watering). Then shake gently to remove excess water. Allow them to air dry completely before turing them upright. Shaking them after a bath ensures that there will not be water sitting at the base of their leafs for too long, which could damage them. Do not place your air plant in direct sun. Indirect light is best and they will even grow and bloom in low light. We do not recommend keeping air plants in glass containers or terrariums, They need to have air flow so we created ceramic holders for them that replicate their natural environment as closely as possible.
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MOSS TERRARIUM CARE
We only use the hardiest type of moss. Our moss does not need light and loves to dry out quickly between each watering. In a closed container, you may want to spray your moss with 1-2 sprays of water about every 6 months. Spray the moss until moist and let it air out with the lid off until it is fully dry (about 1 day). Replace the lid and repeat in 6 month. If the moss looks too wet, or if the terrarium has condensation, open the container and let the water evaporate longer. We design each of our terrariums to hold the right amount of moisture and use activated charcoal to provide filtration to suit the needs of the moss inside. Moss can be sun burnt by direct or bright sun - the darker the better!