Should indoor plants be rotated regularly to grow evenly?

Yes, giving indoor plants a small turn every couple of weeks helps them grow more evenly. Plants naturally lean towards the strongest light source. If a pot sits in the same position for months, you’ll often see growth heavily on one side while the other looks thin or bare.

Rotating the pot by a quarter turn every now and then encourages the plant to distribute its energy more equally. Over time, this creates a fuller, more balanced shape, which looks nicer and is healthier for the plant.

You don’t need to be obsessive. Just add “turn the plants” to your light cleaning routine. While dusting leaves or watering, spin the pots a bit. If you notice a plant leaning dramatically towards a window, that’s a clear reminder it’s time for a gentle rotation.