Do not hold yourself to a strict plant watering schedule. This is what leads to overwatering because different plants will have drastically different needs. The best way to know when plants need watering? Observation! Check your plants daily for signs of wilting or yellowing leaves. You can also dip your finger in the first couple of inches of soil. If it’s bone dry, it’s time to water. Keep in mind: Frequent watering also means you will have to fertilize more often since nutrients get leaked out fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Use the right pot or container<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Different pots and containers will hold and retain water better than others. Plastic pots are non-porous and are the cheapest, most popular option for pots. You will have to water less often. Porous clay and ceramic pots allow water to drain out faster. Depending on where you live or what you’re growing, choose the right pot for you. However, remember that roots stuck in water-logged soil will drown or die from root rot. Plants thrive from a little neglect every once in a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Use room-temperature water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During the winter, cold water from the tap can be so cold, that it shocks roots into temporary inactivity. Although the plants look doomed, they will recover. But avoid shocking roots by mixing super cold water with warm water for an ideal temperature of around 60 degrees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plants growing in pots will always be more resilient to a lack of water than too much water<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The secret to a healthy and thriving container garden is daily observation. Remember, plants thrive from a little neglect every once in a while!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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