I interviewed several experts to figure out exactly how to keep your plants happy during the colder months. First Things First: Manage Your ExpectationsThe fact of the matter is, most plants don't look “happy” during winter. "A ‘happy’ winter plant often looks calm, not busy.”WaterWatering is the bane of my existence, as evinced by the monstera that I accidentally drown every other month. "This is especially challenging during the winter months,” And it can be even trickier if your plants are outside during the warmer months. But that doesn't mean you need to water plants more in winter.