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The Challenge: Balancing Intense Heat with Cold Indoor Air Keeping indoor plants thriving in Iraq presents a unique set of challenges not found in standard care guides. Outside, the sun is intense and the heat can be extreme. Inside, we create a very different environment to cope. Air conditioners run for months, creating a cool but artificially dry atmosphere. This constant battle between external heat and internal, chilled air is the primary fa… Read more

Why Heat and AC Change the Rules for Indoor Plants in Saudi Arabia Choosing the best house plants in Saudi Arabia is not about trends. It is about survival. Outdoor temperatures regularly exceed 40°C, while indoor environments are cooled aggressively with split AC units running most of the day. This combination creates dry air, rapid soil dehydration, and sudden temperature shifts near vents. Many plants that perform well in Europe or North Ameri… Read more

The Reality of Keeping Greenery Alive in Saudi Homes Step into a typical home in Riyadh or Jeddah in July. Outside, temperatures push past 45°C. Inside, the AC runs almost constantly. Air is cool but dry. Curtains filter intense sun. Windows are often sealed. This combination—extreme outdoor heat and heavy air conditioning indoors—defines how house plants behave in Saudi Arabia. Most beginner advice online assumes mild climates with open windows… Read more