How to maintain office plants?

I've recently started working at an office where there are already several different plants. I don't know what any of them are called, but I seem to be doing alright with the little ones. But there is a long vine plant in the mail room where the vines have been draped along the wall.





However, a lot of the leaves near the pot have shrivled up (though the ones on the end of the vines seem okay). I currently water it twice a week, though I started out with once. I fed it some special soil last week. But I haven't seen much improvement yet.





Also (yes, there's more!) there are two pitchers of vine plants that seem to be dying also. They're slowly turning a lighter color, and I worry that they may be molding. But I don't know what to do with those other than maintain their water level.





Thanks to anyone who decides to help! ;o)

How to maintain office plants?
You're vine plant may be a type of pothos, which like light, but not direct sunlight. I'd try a 20-20-20 fertalizer on them and only water when they feel dry when you poke your finger in the soil or if they start to go limp. I used to water the one in our office about every 8-10 days or so. Now that I'm gone, it's probably dead. I'd plant the ones in vases, I'm not sure how long they are gonna last. If not, CHANGE the water in them with just a little fertalizer and see if that helps.
Reply:my mom had vines outside on the deck last year. there was one pot in the corner of the deck next to the house. that did awesome. the other two pots were on the rail. those didn't do so good. she figures it was from too much sun. try putting your vine by a window where it can get some light. if it looks better over time then thats all it needed. if its already in a lot of light try moving it to an area where it doesn't get so much. also make sure they all get enough water and maybe some Miracle Plant Food to spruce them up if u think they need it. check the pot too. possibly too small for the vine. if the vines need more room then give them bigger pots when it gets warmer. hope your plants stay beautiful and live long happy years.
Reply:Alright... not knowing what they are does limit what we can suggest, but here are some basics, that you can start with.





1st. Ask around, how long have these plants been in the office? If people say more than a year, ask if any one has transplanted them? They might all need to be moved into larger pots (one size larger, usually 1-2" larger). Adding fresh soil will help them grow.





2nd. Get a water soluble fertilizer (one that dissolves in water). Use it once per month (or as it's directed) for the winter, increase it to two times per month spring and summer (or as directed). Always follow the directions on the package.





Are the vines in the pitchers the same as the really long one? Are they rooted (have roots?)? Is there any room in the office for these sickly plants? You might want to discard them, unless some one wants them. They sound anemic, and would require pampering to recover. Not every plant is worth saving, every time.





Check with the office manager, or your supervisor, let them know you're taking care of the plants now, tell them you like that sort of 'responsibility'. Take it seriously. Ask the office to buy your supplies. Ask for a new plant, once a year. That will show some dedication and responsibility and make you shine as a dedicated employee.





I hope that this helps


Good luck