Yes, you can buy houseplants during the entire year.
When you buy houseplants in the winter, you should make sure your plant stays warm when bringing it home.
Protect it with wrapping paper or bubble wrap when transporting it outdoors.
Wrapping your plant in a few layers of plastic or paper helps to keep freezing winds from reaching your plant.
However, this will only protect your plant temporarily.
Exposing your plant to this cold air for a longer time (more than 5-10 minutes) could kill your plant if it's sensitive to cold air.
If you know how to care for plants in the winter, there is no harm in buying plants in the winter.
If you're a plant beginner, it's best to wait until spring to buy your plants.
It'll be much easier to keep your plants alive in the spring and summer than the autumn (fall) and winter.
Some of the best houseplants to buy in the winter include succulents, cacti, snake plants, spider plants, and ZZ plants.
These plants are all easy to care for and can tolerate lower levels of light and humidity.
When buying a houseplant in the winter, look for signs of healthy growth, such as strong stems, vibrant leaves, and no signs of pests or disease.
You can also gently tug on the stems to make sure they are firmly rooted in the soil.
It's generally not necessary to repot a houseplant that you buy in the winter.
You might need to repot if it's root-bound or the soil is excessively dry or wet.
Wait until spring when the plant is actively growing to repot it.
To acclimate a new houseplant to your home in the winter, gradually introduce it to its new environment.
Do this by placing it in a slightly less sunny spot than it needs.
Than slowly move it closer to the desired location over the course of a week or two.
The best way to water houseplants in the winter is to let the soil surface dry out slightly between waterings.
Most plants don't need as much water during the winter.
Avoid watering during extremely cold temperatures, as this can damage the plant.
To ensure your houseplants stay healthy in the winter, maintain a consistent temperature and humidity level.
Also provide sufficient light, avoid overwatering, and keep an eye out for pests and disease.
It's generally not necessary to fertilize houseplants in the winter.
Their growth tends to slow down during the winter.
Wait until spring when the plant is actively growing before fertilizing.
It depends on the plant species and your climate.
Some houseplants, such as succulents, can tolerate colder temperatures.
Others need to be kept indoors.
Research your specific plant to determine its cold tolerance and care requirements.