Did you know that watering is one of the most common causes of houseplant death? You saw a gorgeous new plant baby from a store, and then you brought it home full of excitement and good intentions. In fact, you wanted to do your best, so you read the watering instructions in the packet and tried to follow them as closely as possible… And then tragedy happens. The once vibrant leaves start to wilt, turn yellow, or fall off entirely.

It’s a rookie mistake! But I’m here to share my hard-earned watering technique so you can keep your plants happy (and your plant parent pride intact). We’ve all been there, plant friends.

In this episode, we learn:

• [02:27] Why, when, and how of watering houseplants
• [04:12] Why do our houseplants need water?
• [06:04] How do houseplants absorb water?
• [09:04] When should we water our houseplants?
• [10:54] Frequency errors in watering
• [15:00] How to determine soil moisture
• [16:00] What is top watering?
• [20:20] Grow your garden with the highest quality houseplants from Proven Winners leafjoy™
• [21:52] What is bottom watering?
• [24:08] What are self-watering pots?
• [25:29] Why you shouldn’t use freezing water
• [26:18] Knowing when your plant needs water by weight
• [29:45] Why is drainage important in houseplant care?

Mentioned in our conversation:

• Soil Moisture Meter
• Modern Sprout Watering Can
• Plant Mister
• Pump Sprayer
• Soil Probe
• WallyGrow Loop Hanging Wall Planter
• TERRAPOT TRCOT 10
• Growing Joy Ep 219: How to Care for Alocasias
• Growing Joy Ep 228: Everything You Need to Know About Calathea
• Growing Joy Ep 232: Everything You Need to Know About Philodendron
• What's Your Plant Parent Personality?

For my foolproof watering tips,

check out the full show notes and blog here!

Thank you to our episode sponsor:

Proven Winners

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