GardenTried-and-true tip

Water only when the top layer of soil has dried out

Water potted and balcony plants only when the top layer of soil is dry, to avoid waterlogging.

Time
⏱ 1 min pro Gießvorgang
Difficulty
◆ easy

What you need

  • Finger or wooden stick to test the soil
  • Watering can

How to do it

  1. Check the top layer of soil with a finger or a stick.
  2. Water only if it is dry.

Variations

  • For plants that react badly to waterlogging, don't leave standing water in the saucer.

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