Find out the best time to water your houseplants. The best time to water is early in the day, but there is an exception. Proper watering is one of the top things you can do to keep your houseplants healthy and happily growing.
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Today we’re going to talk about when the best time of day is to water your houseplants.
So, a couple of answers for this: first of all, the best time of day is generally earlier in the day. Morning, late morning, or even early afternoon is better than later in the day. The reason for that is especially important during the colder times of the year. You really don’t want the roots to be wet and cold.
If you water at night, and then it gets nippy in your house overnight, which generally tends to happen in the colder months, that’s just not a really good situation for your plants. It’s not the end of the world; it’s just better if you can water earlier in the day so that the plant will have a chance to start cycling the water, which takes several hours before nighttime comes.
Also, plants tend to cycle water much less at night than they do during the day. So, when you’re watering at night, it’s kind of like filling it up with a bunch of water, and then it doesn’t start cycling until the morning.
Now, as I mentioned, there are two answers to this. If your only time to water is at night, you’re much better off watering your houseplants rather than letting them dry out. So, if the only time you can water is at night, go ahead and do it.
Always use warm to tepid water when watering your houseplants, no matter what time of the year it is. This will also help with the problem of wet soil at night. Of course, the water will cool off, but at least you’re not hitting the roots with very cold water, which can harm the roots and cause root dieback or fungal spotting diseases.
So, that’s why you want to stick with warm to tepid water. I do have a video on that as well; the link is below.
So, there’s your answer: if possible, water your houseplants as early in the day as you can. If you can only water at night, then by all means, do water them rather than letting them drought. Just make sure to check whether the plant actually needs watering before you do, whether at night or in the morning. Most houseplants will need watering when the gauge on the moisture meter is around four, especially as it approaches three, which indicates that it’s dry.
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Houseplant Watering FAQ
What is the best time of day to water houseplants?
The best time of day to water your houseplants is generally earlier in the day, such as in the morning, late morning, or early afternoon. This timing is especially important during colder months, as you don’t want the roots to be wet and cold overnight.
What happens if I water my plants at night?
Watering at night is not ideal because if the temperature drops, it can create a less favorable environment for your plants. While it’s better to water during the day, if night is your only option, it’s still better to water than to let your plants dry out.
Why should I use warm or tepid water for my houseplants?
Using warm to tepid water helps avoid shocking the roots. Cold water can harm the roots, potentially leading to root dieback or fungal diseases. Warm water encourages better absorption and is beneficial for plant health.
How can I check if my houseplant needs watering?
You can check if your houseplant needs watering by using a moisture meter. Most houseplants typically need watering when the gauge is around four, especially as it approaches three, which indicates dryness.
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