Firs are not poisonous
Many plant lovers buy indoor firs because they are not poisonous. Neither the branches nor the needles contain any toxins that could harm humans or animals.
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Nevertheless, the indoor fir is not an ideal houseplant, because yours care requires some basic knowledge. It is even more difficult to find a good location, especially when there are children and animals in the house.
A room fir does not like it at all when its branches are frequently touched by children or animals. Nor does she like it when the needles are nibbled on by birds, even if it does not harm the animals. It must therefore be set up in such a way that children and animals cannot reach it. She reacts to it with discolored needles and even falling branches.
Find a good location
- Bright but not sunny
- warmer in summer, cooler in winter
- protected from drafts
- high humidity, especially at high temperatures
- not right next to the walkways
The indoor fir only thrives if it receives a lot of light but no direct sunlight. It does not tolerate drafts.
Humidity needs to be increased, especially when it is warm, by spraying it with soft water or placing bowls of water nearby.
Tips
The room fir is not winter hardy. It does not tolerate temperatures below five degrees. It must therefore be overwintered frost-free but cool in winter.
