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3 Ways to start using Neem Oil for Indoor Plants🌱

Arisha S.
Feb 12
3 min read

Updated: Feb 25

Neem oil is nature’s secret elixir. Extracted from seeds of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica) (1), this medicinal plant has been used for ages, AND it’s known for its benefits in plant care, self-care and home-care.

..the neem tree (Azadirachta indica), a member of the mahogany family that grows in India, Iran, and parts of Africa.

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Taking care of indoor house plants. A cat using spray bottle for misting indoor plants, with a backdrop of indoor plants - monstera plant leaves. Retro Blooms Neem Oil. 3 ways to use neem oil — Use a simple spray bottle for misting indoor plants with *diluted neem oil*.

Here are THREE ways to use neem oil that would fit right into your plant care routine;

MIST | WATER | SPOT TREATMENT

1. MIST every 2-4 weeks: Keep pests out of your indoor plant jungle ✨

Neem oil is the go-to natural hack for protecting your plants from annoying pests (1) without any harsh chemicals. The active ingredient, azadirachtin (1), works on common plant pests like aphids and spider mites. Less spraying, more thriving.

How to use Neem oil for misting plants:
- Choose a spray bottle you are comfortable using.
- Mix 1 tsp neem oil with 10 oz (300 ml) of water.
- Spray it on your plant, lightly from the bed of the plant pot to the top of the plant.
- Pro Tip: Water your plants a few hours to a day before misting with diluted neem oil. It avoids stressing them out. Consider spraying early morning or in the evening.

To promote hydration, consider misting your plants with water, every 2-3 weeks. Alternate misting sessions with diluted Neem Oil.

Spraying diluted neem oil with 10 oz. spray bottle on indoor monstera plant.

2. WATER every 4 weeks: Natural Bug Repellent ✨

Neem oil can help keep the bugs at bay without any sketchy chemicals.

How to use Neem oil for watering plants:
- Choose a watering vessel you are comfortable using.
- Mix 2 tsp neem oil with 40 oz (1.2 L) of water.
- Water your plants as usual.

To promote a healthier indoor plant environment, consider having a weekly plant care routine. These plants in your home are growing, everyday, with you.

The primary active insecticidal ingredient, azadirachtin, works to disrupt the hormones involved with insect molting, preventing larvae from developing properly into adults, and is a feeding inhibitor. Neem oil can kill soft-bodied insects on contact and decreases mating and reproductive behaviors, reducing pest fecundity.

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A cat using spray bottle for misting indoor plants, with a backdrop of indoor plants - monstera plant leaves. Retro Blooms Neem Oil. 3 ways to use neem oil — Develop a *weekly plant care routine* for your indoor house plants

3. SPOT treatment: for special plant needs ✨

Neem oil smells earthy and has a natural strong scent. Diluting is recommended for misting, watering and for spot treatments on plants.

How to use Neem oil for SPOT treatment on plants:
- Choose a small vessel, 3-5 inches wide.
- Add water and neem oil, following a 1:1 ratio.
- Use q-tips to apply diluted neem oil on plants for that extra needed care.

Incorporating neem oil into your plant care regimen offers a natural boost for your plants and home. Consider introducing this organic solution into your plant care practices.

Ensure you dilute it, conduct a patch test, and apply it consistently for optimal results. 🌿✨