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Understanding the Indoor Climate Challenge in Iraq Maintaining indoor plants in Iraq presents a unique set of challenges not found in more temperate climates. The primary issue is the stark contrast between the intense outdoor heat and the artificial indoor environment. Homes and offices rely heavily on powerful air conditioning units, or split systems, for months on end. While this makes living conditions comfortable for people, it creates a str… Read more

The Reality of Plant Care in an Iraqi Climate Keeping indoor plants alive in Iraq presents a unique challenge. The environment inside our homes is often a series of extremes. Outside, the summer heat is intense. Inside, the air conditioning runs constantly, creating a cool but very dry atmosphere. This rapid shift from outdoor heat to indoor cold, combined with low humidity from the AC, can stress or kill most standard houseplants. Furthermore, d… Read more

Why Low Effort Plants Still Need the Right Conditions in Iraq Homes Busy schedules and long workdays are normal. Add Iraq’s extreme summer heat and constant AC use, and many homes become challenging environments for plants. The split AC runs for hours, pulling moisture from the air and creating cold drafts that stress sensitive leaves. Windows often stay closed to keep heat out, reducing airflow and natural light. This is why choosing low mainten… Read more

Why Offices in the UAE Are Tough on Plants Choosing the best house plants for offices in the UAE is not just about appearance. It is about survival in controlled indoor climates. Most offices run air conditioning all day, often set between 20–23°C. That constant AC dries the air, cools the root zone, and creates drafts that stress foliage. In glass-heavy buildings, light can be intense near windows and almost nonexistent deeper inside the space.… Read more