Q: A friend has given me a creeping Charlie plant ( Pilea nummulariifolia ) as a housewarming gift. I've never heard of this type of houseplant before and don't know how to look after it – do you have any advice? A: Hailing from the Caribbean and South America, creeping Charlie has stems of small, crinkled leaves that look similar to mint. Its trailing habit makes it a pretty option for a shelf or hanging planter, and it should grow quickly if conditions are right.
It's a low-maintenance indoor plant , but there are a few tips to take on board to keep it looking its best. Below, houseplant professionals share their insights, including advice on watering and light. Creeping Charlie has lots of small, crinkled leaves Keep your indoor trailing plant looking luscious for years with this advice.
1. Water it carefully Water these houseplants when the top inch of soil has dried Kiersten Rankel , a plant expert from the Greg app, recommends letting the top inch of soil dry out between waterings. 'The exact frequency will depend on where your plant lives, what size it is, and how big the pot is, so let your plant tell you when it’s ready,' she says.
Note that you'll need to water less over winter, as these plants slow their growth during this time. There are some telltale signs that your watering balance is off, as Kiersten highlights. Widespread yellow leaves often indicate too much water – similar to when a snake plant turns yellow .
On the other hand, if the leaves have crisp.