How often to water it and how much?
1ft to light, direct
6” pot with drainage
Last watered 2 years ago
3
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Diagnose: Is Your Plant Getting Too Much or Too Little Water?
If you’re confused about whether your plant has been getting too much or too little water, there are some surefire ways to tell.
First, ask yourself the following questions about over-watering:
Do you water more than once a week? If so, your plant is probably over-watered.
Is the soil wet to the touch one inch below the surface? Stick your finger in and find out. If so, over-watering is likely. (Make sure to use a well-draining potting soil like this.)
Do your plant’s leaves have dark spots or edges? This could signify too much water.
Are their flies or a musty smell in your plant’s soil? Too much water is the culprit.
Now ask yourself the following questions about under-watering:
Are the newest leaves smaller than the existing leaves? They may be lacking water or nutrients for growth.
Is your plant dropping leaves? This can be caused by low humidity or thirst.
Is the top inch of soil very dry? Your plant may be thirsty.
Are the edges of your plant’s leaves yellow or brown? They may be dry.
If after answering these questions you’re still not sure whether you’re over- or under-watering your plant.
However, because plant owners who worry about their plants a lot tend to over-water, you are probably over-watering. If you’re reading this article, you obviously care about your plant, so it’s likely you are watering too much rather than too little. A moisture meter is an essential tool to keep you in the know regarding your plant’s thirst.
How Often You Should Water
The best thing you can do for your plant’s health is to water like clockwork and never let it dry out completely to the point that you see soil shrinkage, where the soil pulls away from the sides of the pot.
Soil shrinkage is a big problem, because the next time you water, the water runs between the soil and the pot down the sides and doesn’t actually get to the roots of your plant. The vicious cycle of erratic watering (alternating between over- and under-watering) can lead to the death of your plant.
The good news is that there’s a foolproof way to water your fiddle leaf fig plant just the right amount: they only need to be watered once a week!
Set a calendar reminder to water your plant no more than once a week.
If you stick with your once-a-week schedule, your plant will get used to the conditions and really thrive. The best part about watering your plant once a week is that it will give you the confidence to know you’re not over- or under-watering your plant. Now you don’t have to second-guess yourself or worry!
Of course, this schedule will only work if your plant has proper drainage.
Make sure your plant is potted properly and drains completely after each watering. To check, insert a wooden skewer to the bottom of the pot and make sure it’s not wet before you water. (A moisture meter can be a big help here!) If the soil is wet a week after you watered last, you need to improve your drainage in a hurry. (You may need to repot your plant.)
Diagnose: Is Your Plant Getting Too Much or Too Little Water?
If you’re confused about whether your plant has been getting too much or too little water, there are some surefire ways to tell.
First, ask yourself the following questions about over-watering:
Do you water more than once a week? If so, your plant is probably over-watered.
Is the soil wet to the touch one inch below the surface? Stick your finger in and find out. If so, over-watering is likely. (Make sure to use a well-draining potting soil like this.)
Do your plant’s leaves have dark spots or edges? This could signify too much water.
Are their flies or a musty smell in your plant’s soil? Too much water is the culprit.
Now ask yourself the following questions about under-watering:
Are the newest leaves smaller than the existing leaves? They may be lacking water or nutrients for growth.
Is your plant dropping leaves? This can be caused by low humidity or thirst.
Is the top inch of soil very dry? Your plant may be thirsty.
Are the edges of your plant’s leaves yellow or brown? They may be dry.
If after answering these questions you’re still not sure whether you’re over- or under-watering your plant.
However, because plant owners who worry about their plants a lot tend to over-water, you are probably over-watering. If you’re reading this article, you obviously care about your plant, so it’s likely you are watering too much rather than too little. A moisture meter is an essential tool to keep you in the know regarding your plant’s thirst.
How Often You Should Water
The best thing you can do for your plant’s health is to water like clockwork and never let it dry out completely to the point that you see soil shrinkage, where the soil pulls away from the sides of the pot.
Soil shrinkage is a big problem, because the next time you water, the water runs between the soil and the pot down the sides and doesn’t actually get to the roots of your plant. The vicious cycle of erratic watering (alternating between over- and under-watering) can lead to the death of your plant.
The good news is that there’s a foolproof way to water your fiddle leaf fig plant just the right amount: they only need to be watered once a week!
Set a calendar reminder to water your plant no more than once a week.
If you stick with your once-a-week schedule, your plant will get used to the conditions and really thrive. The best part about watering your plant once a week is that it will give you the confidence to know you’re not over- or under-watering your plant. Now you don’t have to second-guess yourself or worry!
Of course, this schedule will only work if your plant has proper drainage.
Make sure your plant is potted properly and drains completely after each watering. To check, insert a wooden skewer to the bottom of the pot and make sure it’s not wet before you water. (A moisture meter can be a big help here!) If the soil is wet a week after you watered last, you need to improve your drainage in a hurry. (You may need to repot your plant.)
