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Larger would be too heavy, smaller = not enough water. One word of warning - shortening the wand does make water come out of the nozzle (in the middle of use, contents under pressure.) This is better than a hose attached to the faucet as I can always add fertz. or Super Thrive, etc. to the water when called for.
The Indoor Gardening and Houseplants discussion forum at Dave's Garden. Many tropical and succulent plants can be successfully grown indoors. Discuss growing and caring for your house plants here or in the African Violets, Foliage, Hoyas, or Plumerias forums.
The hose was too short to go from the shower to the farthest corner of the basement though so I replaced the 50' with a 75' and I have kept it that way since I set it up. It not only helped me out during the two weeks of light duty after each surgery but sped up the watering chores immensely.
Attach the hose to the kitchen sink faucet to water houseplants and indoor seedlings. The indoor hose gets water where it's needed. Safely move about your home with no mess. Post #10520181. Quote. orpitasharma07 Dhaka, Bangladesh Jul 23, 2021.
Time Your Watering. Large plants are heavy. All of that soil adds up, and it weighs even more when it is wet. If you know you are going to have to move your plant soon, hold off on watering for as long as you can without damaging the plant. This will make it lighter and easier to move than a plant with saturated soil. Protect Yourself and the Plant
Self-watering probes (see photo A) are suitable for short vacations. A ceramic cone is inserted into the soil, and an attached watering tube is immersed into a container of water. The manufacturer states that the probes emit 1/4 to 1 liter of water per week, depending on the needs of the plant. (Information on website.)
Luckily, the solution is easy. There are plenty of hardy plants out there that only require infrequent watering to stay perky and beautiful. Choose any of these varieties for your next houseplant, and you'll be pleasantly surprised at how long it lasts you — even if you forget to water it once or twice.
With any watering method, keep in mind that African violets hate "wet feet." Letting the soil go dry for a few days every so often will help keep the roots healthy. Too much water and too little water can produce the same symptoms - a wilted looking plant with drooping leaves. Until you figure out what works for your plants, you'll want to pay ...
Philodendron is another low-fuss plant that only needs occasional water. Ideally, give it a drink every other week. However, before you water it, give it a lift. If it feels a bit heavy still, let the soil dry out further before watering it. Snake plant thrives in low light and low water. Wait until the soil has dried out completely before you ...
If your plant is spindly, produces few flowers, has yellowing leaves, appears weak, or loses leaves, then it might not be getting enough light. If the leaves have a scorched appearance, then your plant might be receiving a little too much. Fertilizing. Plants need food, but fertilizers can cause problems if not applied properly.