How to Label Your Houseplants Beautifully
Beginner
60 Min
An easy, aesthetic DIY for plant lovers – with free printable tags
Houseplants make a home feel alive, but remembering what each plant needs?
That’s another story.
Some love shade, others need bright light. Some want to dry out, others like consistently moist soil. And suddenly you have 20 plants – but nobody knows which is which plant!
That’s where Printable Plant Cards come in.
They don’t just make your plant shelf prettier.
They also help you understand each plant better – and care for it with confidence.
Today I’m showing you how to use the free printable from this post (plus the full set if you want more plants) to label your houseplants beautifully, step by step.
Get the free Plant Card
You can download the matching freebie here:
Keep reading if you wanna see the full set.
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Step-by-Step Tutorial: Label Your Houseplants Beautifully
Here a quick tutorial on how to use your Houseplants. I print the entire sheet on A4 paper and just cut it out the card you need - whether it's the stick or the card.
1. Download & Print
Download the free card from the library and print it on slightly thicker paper (at least 160 g).
This makes the tag sturdier and more elegant – perfect for gift-giving or home decor.
If you want to label several plants at once, grab the full set with all plant types.
2. Cut Out the Card
Use scissors or, even better, a paper trimmer for perfectly straight edges.
Cut along the outline until you have a clean, rectangular card or a plant stick.
Tip: For extra durability in humid rooms (like the bathroom), laminate the card before punching the hole.
3. Punch a Hole Into the Top
Using a standard hole punch, add a small hole at the top center of the card.
Keep it close to the edge, but not too close – you want the card to hang nicely without tearing.
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4. Add Jute or Ribbon
Thread a small piece of jute twine, cotton cord or thin ribbon through the hole.
Tie a simple knot or a small bow.
This gives the card a warm, natural, botanical look – and fits perfectly with indoor plants.
5. Attach the Card to Your Plant
Now tie the string around the plant pot or around a small plant stake.
You can use the card in three different ways:
- As a hanging tag – around the pot
- As a stick tag – attached to a wooden stick
- As a display card – clipped to the pot rim
All three versions look lovely and add personality to your plant corner.
Download
Find the free Plant Card here.
Turn the Card Around
The magic happens on the back.
Every Plant Card includes:
- Care icons (light, water, pet safety, humidity)
- Clear care instructions
- The Latin name & plant type
This ensures you always know how to take care of your plant at a glance.
Grab the Full Plant Card Set
If you love these little winter animals, you can get the complete set of six printable tags (PDF + JPG) right here:
Why Plant Labels Make Your Home Better
- You forget less
- You’ll water correctly (goodbye brown leaves!)
- You recognise your plants instantly
- Guests love them
- They make your shelves look curated & styled
- Great for plant swaps, gifting and propagation stations
It’s functional home decor – and that’s the best kind.
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