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Another way is to spray water on the plant leaves; spray and spread water equally, or dip a soft sponge in some water and rub the leaves. If you’re dealing with greasy plants or a lot of dirt, you can use a mild soap and water concoction once you have rinsed the leaves.

look at leaf shine products, and how to clean Episode 165: A look at leaf shine products, and how to clean

It seems like baby wipes are used for literally everything nowadays, and most people think if babies can handle them, why would plants have a bad reaction? Having gone over all this, I think it’s time to ask the real question: do you really need leaves that look lacquered? It’s also a bad idea to use fats like coconut oil or mayonnaise to shine your leaves. These solutions will give you shiny leaves temporarily, but they can clog your plant’s pores just like dust and hard-water deposits!

Carefully rub the foliage with a cloth dipped in the vinegar solution. It’ll be shiny and clean for a long time! Water + Lemon Juice The Ledge End tier gives you access to two extra episodes a month, known as An Extra Leaf, as well as ad-free versions of the main podcast on weeks where there’s a paid advertising spot, and access to occasional patron-only Zoom sessions.

How To Make Plant Leaves Shiny With Homemade Solutions

But milk does actually contain some vitamins and minerals that can be beneficial to plant leaves. The small dose of calcium can actually be healthy for the leaves, and the protein in dairy milk can help break up debris or residue on the leaves. Dip a clean cloth in the mixture and wipe the foliage. Make sure to wipe beneath the leaves where mildew accumulates. You can use a damp cloth and water to wipe down the leaves and remove any stubborn dust or greasy buildup. It’s easy to do this with large plant leaves, but with a smaller plant, you might need to use a paintbrush or duster to free the leaves from dust. For plants with very delicate or frilly leaves that are difficult to clean, just rinse them for longer, and try to do it more regularly.Leaf Shine, both the spray and the wipes, is made up of all-natural ingredients such as yucca and glycerol that won’t burn or otherwise harm your plant, and will also nourish and protect them. Always test on a small inconspicuous area first Method of application: Wipe The formula with Almond Oil is mild and caring and is suitable for dry and sensitive skin Milk is often recommended for cleaning and shining plant leaves for a lot of the same reasons you’ll see people recommending various oils. The fat contained in milk (unless you’re using skim) contains fat, which can settle on leaves and make them look shiny temporarily.