Do you have indoor plants? Indoor plants are known to make people happy. They help improve our health and even the air as well. Like everyone else, you probably water on a regular basis thinking it’s all the water they need.
But do you know that a humidifier, especially specifically for plants, can help maintain that moisture level in plants? Even during the winter, where the air is so dry, the humidifier can help keep the plants in top shape. If you have any sort of sinus issues, it’ll help keep your sinuses clear. Now you know why plant humidifiers exist, and we’ve gotten your attention, read on to see some of the best plant humidifiers and some features to consider while deciding whether or not you want a plant humidifier.
Top 3 Picks
We chose this as our favorite because while it’s small, it’s 2 in 1 being a humidifier and diffuser. We also like the top fill design as well.
We love the Homech because it’s large enough to take care of a small living room but it’s also super quiet. The filters are easy to change too.
This humidifier is quiet, and it comes in different colors. We love how it has a nightlight as well.
Humidity and Plants
Believe it or not, the average home has very low humidity. So, for plants, they usually don’t get the moisture they need unless you water them. If you have tropical plants and you’re trying to keep them alive in a bone-dry environment, they won’t thrive as well even if you’ve put them in the sun.
Humidity levels as low as 50% are insufficient for these species, and others recommend humidity levels as high as 80%. In the winter months, hot pumps blast and blow heated, dry air around the whole house, in comparison, many homes are virtually bone dry. Humidity is usually common in these homes by 20 percent.
What plants need a lot of humidity?
The following plants really do need a lot of humidity if you are planning to get one for your house:
- Ferns
- Carnivorous Plants
- nerve plants
- prayer plants
- Philodendrons
- Monsteras
- Orchids
- fiddle leaf figs
- Anthuriums
- air plants
- Most tropical plants
Now that you get the gist of who really needs the moisture, you should know how to care for them.
How to make sure the plants get high humidity
Grouping your plants
The mechanism by which plants emit moisture through their leaves is known as transpiration. By grouping plants, you will build a more humid microclimate in your growing environment, which would support all of the plants. It’s also a smart idea to hold plants with common humidity needs together. If aroids are your passion, for example, combine all of your aroids in one location where their faster transpiration rates can produce higher atmospheric humidity in the developing region.
Mist those plants
You probably already do, but you should mist the plants (watering) on a regular basis so that the plants don’t die.
Get a Humidifier
It’s why you’re reading this guide now. Humidifiers really do work for keeping plants thriving in a healthy environment.
If all else fails, use a terrarium
Consider going to terrariums if you are trying to keep plants alive and keep failing no matter what you do. A terrarium is a small, enclosed space with soil and a few small plants. The device is enclosed, so the plants absorb moisture, “exhale” it by transpiration, only for the moisture to collect on the terrarium walls and fall back into the rising media, much like the water cycle of nature. Terrariums are ideal for smaller plants that need more humidity and heat.
What are the symptoms of low humidity of plants?
It is actually hard to pinpoint the low symptoms because you could either be overwatering it or it has too much light. Obviously, you know that if you’re not doing enough, the leaves will start to look pale and start crumbling up. Then they turn brown. If new leaves do not look normal or start shivering up, you know then there is definitely a humidity problem that you’ll need to diagnose.
Types of Humidifiers for Plants
There are two types of humidifiers for plants that you should look for. They are Ultrasonic and Evaporative.
Ultrasonic
High frequency (ultrasonic) vibrations are used by ultrasonic humidifiers to allow the evaporation of water. The waves vibrate the water and produce fine gout. Usually, ultrasound humidifiers are a little bit higher than evaporative ones, have no changing filters and are louder. Due to the failure to heat water and ultrasonic transfer of water to nebulae, there is a lower chance of burns from spills. The disadvantage is that without heat that usually inhibits bacteria and mold formation, you periodically disinfect the device to avoid pollution.
Evaporative
These types of humidifiers use airflow to create mist. It then uses the fan to pull water over the wet wick. Evaporative humidifiers usually have filters, which you’ll have to change from time to time. It helps prevent the growth of bacteria and mold. They cost much less than the ultrasonic ones, but you’ll have to deal with the noise due to the fan.
What to look for in-plant humidifiers
You’ll want to understand humidity and plants before you spend money on a humidifier. Humidity means there’s ample moisture in the air. When it’s cold out, humidity decreases massively, and this is when you’ll want to consider a humidifier. They are relatively inexpensive to help keep your plants healthy. Here’s what you should consider:
Room Size
A humidifier with a moisture output matching the size of your room is very important. If the output of your humidifier is less than the size of your bed, optimum moisture dispersion is unlikely. It is also useful to see where your humidifier would be located. It is safest for your humidifier to be at least 6 feet away from your plant, especially when you have a fan because the direct airflow will lead to the loss of moisture in your plants.
Output
To prevent releasing too much or too little moisture, the amount of moisture released by your humidifier should balance the temperature of the room. Therefore, moisturizers are designed to adapt in accordance with the atmospheric air condition with mist production sensors. At least two settings are used with most humidifiers: low and heavy. However, there are three-speed devices used to monitor the dung performance a little more. Some models often report a relative percentage of humidity to better measure the environment’s moisture levels.
Noise
Many humidifiers are not created equal when it comes to noise levels. If you spend a lot of time in or around your grow room, you might look into a device with a low noise output. The fan used to drag air over the wicking component of evaporative humidifiers produces more noise than ultrasonic ones.
Mist Temperatures
This isn’t a huge factor, but it’s still something to consider. The warmer mist tends to be pure because of evaporation. However, the cool mist, that you see in a lot of humidifiers, are more cost friendly, as they don’t need as much energy to run.
Capacity
This you will need to consider, because a small tank, that’s meant for small rooms will typically emit less moisture. However, if you need something that can run for hours, you can get a bigger humidifier that has a much bigger tank without needing to turn off or refill as often.
Filter
Some of the larger ones require filter changes, so you’ll want to change it every 2-3 months to keep the humidifier in top shape.
The 6 Best Plant Humidifiers
1. raydrop Cool Mist Humidifiers for Babies
We’re starting off with a humidifier that’s perfect for small rooms. The raydrop Cool Mist humidifier can hold 1.7 liters (or 0.45 gallon) in the water reservoir. This unit is also super quiet, which is a thing that we look for in humidifiers. There’s a dial knob control that lets you control how much misting you want. With its compact shape, you can put it anywhere, even on a desk next to you while you are working. You can choose between a low or high setting, and it can run continuously for 9 hours on low setting.
Pros:
- Compact
- Mist control
- Quiet
Cons:
- No nightlight
2. Homech Cool Mist Humidifier
If you’re wanting something a little bigger, you’ll like the Homech cool mist humidifier. It can hold 4 liters of water in the water reservoir and because it’s ultrasonic, it’s super quiet. The mist can spritz up to 2 feet in the air and there’s a 360-degree mist nozzle that does just that. It can cover up to 430 square feet so a small living room you can get this coverage. Or you can use this in your bedroom, to help you sleep better at night. This unit has a low water warning so that you can fill up the reservoir. On a full tank, you can expect it to run for up to 50 hours (if it’s on low of course). Overall, it’s a great humidifier to have if you need to cover a larger area.
Pros:
- Large
- Mist spritz 2 feet in air
- 50 hour run time
Cons:
- Some users have reported that this humidifier have died after some time
3. LEVOIT Humidifiers for Bedroom
If you’re looking for a humidifier that also smells nice, you’ll love this LEVOIT humidifier. It also doubles as a diffuser, so you can put any kind of essential oil that you’d like in them. It can hold 1.8 L of water in the water reservoir. It’s also easy to put the water/oil in with the top fill design. If the water level is low, there is an automatic shut off if the water tank is low. There are three levels, low, medium and high for mist levels that you can adjust for your comfort. This unit can run for 20 hours (on low) before the water runs out. There are also two colors that you can choose from (white and gray). It’s a great humidifier if you have sinus issues or would like to have pleasant smells from essential oils.
Pros:
- 2 in 1
- Quiet
- Top fill design
Cons:
- Doesn’t have a night light
- Hard to clean
4. LEVOIT Cool Mist Humidifiers for Bedroom
If you’re on a budget, you’ll love the LEVIOT’S ultrasonic air vaporizer. This unit has a 2.4-liter water tank, a night light if you choose to have it on, and a silencer if you need it to be quiet. The LEVOIT comes with low, medium and high settings and it can run for 24 hours, if it’s on low. There is a 360-degree rotating nozzle so that the mist will be dispersed evenly in a room or space up to 290 square feet. When the water’s low, it will automatically shut off. There are three colors that you can choose from.
Pros:
- Good for bedrooms
- Can run for 24 hours with low setting
- Option between three colors
Cons:
- Some users have reported quality control issues
5. Pure Enrichment® MistAire
Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier
If you’re looking for something for a smaller room, The Pure Enrichment got your back. It has a 1.5-liter water reservoir and it’s compact. It can work up to 250 square feet. It also has low and high settings with a 360-degree mist nozzle. The Pure Enrichment is very quiet, so you won’t have disturbed sleep. This unit can run for 16 hours nonstop (on low) all day or while you sleep. Of course, this unit comes with a nightlight and it automatically turns off if the water tank level is low. There’s a disk cleaning brush that’s included with this unit to help make maintenance easier.
Pros:
- Compact
- Quiet
- Automatic shut off
Cons:
- Can be hard to clean
6. TaoTronics Humidifiers
Finally, we have one last large humidifier, and that is the TaoTronic one. It can hold 4 liters of water in the water reservoir. The unit can cover up to 322 square feet, so perfect for a small living room or any sized bedrooms/offices. It has a LED display that can tell you how high the settings are, low water level warnings and more. With this unit, you can choose from three levels, low, medium or high. Like most humidifiers we have rounded up today, it has an automatic shut off if the water level is too low. There is a microporous filter that helps filter out the water from microorganisms and bad odor, making the air you breathe even more pure. It’s a great humidifier for those who want a decent sized one that’s very quiet.
Pros:
- Quiet
- Microporous filter
- LED display
Cons:
- Quality control issues reported by users
Bottom Line
Plant humidifiers are all the rave right now because it can help purify the air. It keeps the plants healthy and yourself healthy. Whether you want a small one or a larger one, there’s one for every person’s needs. If you have found this guide about plant humidifiers useful or have any additional questions about them, feel free to leave a comment if you would like to.
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