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Humidity guide

How much humidity does 'fairy tale' aubergine need?

Ideal range
40-60%
Verdict
Normal room air is fine
Do you need to act?
Nothing to do — normal room air suits it.

What actually works

If your home does get very dry in winter (heating on constantly, static in the air), simply moving 'fairy tale' aubergine away from the radiator does more than any humidity gadget.

Why misting is not the answer

Buying humidity equipment 'fairy tale' aubergine does not need. Misting in particular raises humidity for only a few minutes, and repeatedly wetting the leaves invites fungal spotting — the effort is worse than doing nothing.

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'Fairy Tale' Aubergine humidity — FAQ

How much humidity does 'fairy tale' aubergine need?

'Fairy Tale' Aubergine is comfortable at 40-60% — which is ordinary indoor humidity in most homes. This is the good news people rarely hear: 'fairy tale' aubergine does not need a humidifier, a pebble tray or daily misting. Typical living rooms sit between 30% and 50%, so unless you are running heating hard in a very dry climate, the air you already have is fine.

Do I need a humidifier for 'fairy tale' aubergine?

Nothing to do — normal room air suits it. If your home does get very dry in winter (heating on constantly, static in the air), simply moving 'fairy tale' aubergine away from the radiator does more than any humidity gadget.

Should I mist 'fairy tale' aubergine?

Buying humidity equipment 'fairy tale' aubergine does not need. Misting in particular raises humidity for only a few minutes, and repeatedly wetting the leaves invites fungal spotting — the effort is worse than doing nothing.

What are the signs 'fairy tale' aubergine needs more humidity?

Crisp brown leaf edges and browning tips are the reliable tell. Yellowing whole leaves is usually a watering issue rather than dry air, and slow growth in winter is normally low light — humidity gets blamed for a lot it does not cause.