How many times a week should one water potted plants?
Question:Is there any diference in winter and summer?
Answers:
You will find that the size of the pot usually determines how often it needs watering - small pots will dry out quicker than larger ones. Some potting mixes will hold water better than others - have a look at the labels - some have water-saving crystals in them, as well as time-release fertilizer. These are great, but you can add your own water-saving products, either crystals or wetting agents. Usually you need to water more often in summer, when the sun evaporates any moisture in your pots, but be aware that the soil can dry out quickly in windy conditions, too. It's really a matter of keeping an eye on your potted plants and watering them when the top couple of inches of soil is dry. Give them a good drink, either until the water fills the pot, or it starts to dribble out from the bottom. If it pours out of the pot almost immediately, you definitely need a wetting agent (or a new lot of potting mix). Hope your potted garden gives you lots of joy!
3 if is sunny
Usually the soil tells one when water is needed. If the top layer (to a depth of 1/2 inch are so feels dry to the finger when poked in, the pot should be watered. Watering should be thorough, till it comes out through the bottom drain.
It is better not to have a fixed schedule for this.
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