Watering is where most beginners go wrong — either too much or too little. Here’s how to get it just right.
🌱 General Rule
- Water most houseplants every 7–10 days
- But always check soil moisture first
🧪 Finger Test
- Stick your finger 1–2 inches into the soil
- If it feels dry, water
- If it’s moist, wait a few days
🪴 Light & Season Matter
- Bright light = more water
- Low light = less
- Summer = more
- Winter = less
🚨 Signs You’re Overwatering
- Yellowing leaves
- Mushy stems
- Moldy soil
- Root rot (smelly roots)
🌵 Signs of Underwatering
- Dry, crispy leaves
- Drooping or curling
- Soil pulling away from pot
💡 Pro Tips
- Water in the morning
- Use room temperature water
- Use pots with drainage holes
- Bottom watering helps avoid root rot
Remember:
It’s better to underwater than overwater. Your plants will forgive a bit of drought — not a flooded root system.
