Bottom Watering Houseplants | How To Water Indoor Plants Bottom Watering Method

[@angelicaacosta1762]

I’m so surprise didn’t even talk about the decrease in fungus gnats when you bottom water. That was one of the number one reasons I converted to the bottom watering method!!

[@recklessmermaid]

Angelica Acosta ok wait. I got plants about a year ago and we have all these little gnats now. If I start bottom watering that will help?!

[@sarahgarrett8593]

reckless mermaid yes! It’s kept my gnats under control! I just do neem oil every once in awhile but bottom watering helps so much!

[@angelicaacosta1762]

Noel Noel yes any plant

[@Millennial_Gardener]

Angelica Acosta I will do this because I have two avocado plants that have gnats and they’re so annoying. 😡🤦‍♂️.

[@Sabrina-qg5tk]

@@Millennial_Gardener Fungus gnats like moist soil. But letting soil dry out between waterings helps. But yeah, so would bottom watering.

[@capncait]

You want a deep terracotta saucer??? IKEA, MY FRIEND.

[@HarliG]

Thank you!

[@mwoods4608]

Dollar tree!

[@indigobeauty1]

🌿I Love how positive the plant community comments section are...not one negative comment in sight 🌱🌿🙂

[@shola7987]

@@leorickt.9604 Lol nooo

[@allysanne1414]

Ahh I wish it were true now 😢

[@Rblock777]

@@leorickt.9604 :D

[@CyberspaceShy-bz3vx]

Shit I ain't bringing no damn moldy bug infected plants in my house. Save that shit for nature outdoors.

[@a.l.alexander3668]

How do you feel about leca? I have converted most of my indoor collection.

[@Theoneandonly-ph8ju]

When I first got my peperomia I decided to bottom water it and it’s doing great! Definitely needs a new pot though , repotting is so stressful feels like I’m performing surgery

[@HarliG]

I totally know what you mean haha ESPECIALLY repotting Peperomia & Hoya stresses me out so badly :P

[@saraglebocka]

How the roots are not rotting?! I have peace lily and hemionitis that constantly need to be wet but when I put it in water how the roots won’t rot?

[@sweetvonbettie1]

Girl im a newbie n im nervous watering my plants lmaooo i havent watered them yet i just got them. So i am waiting a few more days. I dnt want to over water them im nervous.. im not at repottering yet but im sure ill be super nervous n stressedout.

[@boobearlou4136]

hi, may i ask how long does it usually take to bottom water? the peperomia

[@Christina-bm7np]

@@saraglebocka when you bottom water, your plant will suck up as much water as it needs through the roots. Once the plant is no longer thirsty, the remaining water will sit in the saucer. Then you can dump out the excess water :)

[@vadatourangeau2841]

Fiiiiirst. CONGRATULATIONS ON FEELING YOUR LITTLE ONE! 💙

[@HarliG]

Thank you! It has been such a highlight of the pregnancy so far!

[@Etuffly]

Hi Harli G My girl used to get hiccups in utero, so it was funny to feel these little tiny hiccups that weren’t mine! As she got bigger, I could tap on my belly, and she would roll to where I was tapping. Enjoy every minute!

[@bebita106]

Harli G hi , do you sell plants?

[@TheSoaringSeawardFamily]

That’s it i am switching to bottom watering

[@izzyt4039]

This is so helpful! I've been wanting to do more research on bottom watering, and now I'm convinced I need to give it a try for some of my plants. Side note - you are GLOWING! Feeling baby move for the first time is so exciting, I'm so happy for you!

[@HarliG]

Thank you! It seems like more & more people are becoming more comfortable with bottom watering & I genuinely think it makes such a huuuuuge difference!

[@checkplease7735]

Oh no you really shouldn't reuse the same water with different plants it can spread disease's viruses and fungal infections . So just keep that in mind when a you water a unhealthy plant or a plant that isn't doing as well some infections are not visible to us

[@dque_2U]

I transitioned to bottom watering also. Another benefit is it keeps the top dressing from discoloring and My BIGGEST hint is it helps with gnats...(especially in congress with a top dressing). P.S. Good vibes to U ,Hubs and Baby. 🌿💚 🍃👼

[@HarliG]

OH yes! A wonderful added benefit for sure (: Thank you!

[@Etuffly]

Derek Quinn So...I replanted all my houseplants this weekend-Mosquito Bits on top of the soil then cinnamon and sand layer then little grey rocks. If gnats get through all that and survive, then I will be shocked.

[@dque_2U]

@@Etuffly Never used mosquito bits But Maybe invest in a moisture meter so U don't over water..(cause Too much top soil keeps moisture in... I AM NO MEANS AN EXPERT... We are All learning together..🌿💚

[@dque_2U]

P.S. I'm assuming..Texas? If so ..Texas and San Diego, California are different too...🌿💚

[@Etuffly]

Derek Quinn I have let soil dry out, but the gnats are on a 30-day cycle. The larvae come back. I have used the yellow sticky paper to catch the adults. Had watered some plants on bottom-will switch to this as much as possible. Yes, my part of Texas is humid. San Diego is dry! :)

[@evewon]

Ok you have successfully convinced me to try bottom watering! I'm also thinking it's less wasteful when it comes to using store bought distilled water for my calatheas. Whenever I dump the water that drains out, it's like literal $$ down the drain. I mean, I know it's like $1.50 for a gallon but I think it will add up over time??

[@HarliG]

I never even thought about the waste aspect of it! That's a great thing too!

[@bcart-vf3ri]

Congrats on feeling your baby Harli! I can’t wait to see the nursery and if you put any plants in there. Also I love the idea of upcycling some goodwill bowls for bottom watering, that’s such a great idea!!!

[@HarliG]

Thank you! I am so excited to get the nursery going. I have everything for the nursery picked out, just have to slowly start buying things as time goes on :P

[@mysticshining]

I love bottom watering certain plants. I know the plant store by my house does this for certain plants and one reason is because once peat moss totally dries out it's super difficult to wet again. Sometimes the only way is either soaking it or bottom watering. Also I read that bottom watering encourages roots reaching for the bottom of the pot thus creating stronger roots, and the article did mention that it prevents soil compaction like you said. The best comparison that i heard is once a sponge is bone dry, if you pour water over it, it runs right over it.

[@jellybells97]

I work at a flower shop/ plant nursery and we primarily bottom water our plants!!

[@angelakewin7987]

I have a large dieffenbachia that is the fussiest thing ever and I cannot figure out what it wants in life. Maybe switching it up to a good butt chug will help 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@hakeemsanchez1930]

Angela Kewin the “butt chug “ threw me through a loop 😂😂

[@pwoolard4150]

I actually giggled out loud, "butt chug", what a visual!

[@Christina-bm7np]

Sometimes a good butt chug is all we need 💖🌈🧚🏼‍♀️

[@KalodexD]

Your baby's eyes will be green from all those lovely plants you have!

[@liveyourstory1257]

Look at that glow!!!😍 Enjoy all these firsts and share it however you want to. Your real supporters will love to see your journey. I know I do!

[@HarliG]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate you.

[@seankernan17]

The only video that has ever convinced me that I should start bottom watering my Calathea/Peperomia..... LOVE!!!!! And CONGRATS!!!

[@HarliG]

Let me know what you think if you try it! :P Thank you

[@Dwynfal]

I use nursery pots and cache pots for all my plants. I always add a little rocks or lava beads to the bottom of the cache pots so the nursery pot does not sit direct at the bottom. As for watering, my kitchen sink is my my preferred vessel. Fill with rain water, weak fertiliser if needed, dunk the plant in, let the air bubble out then set on the drain board to drain whilst the next batch of plants is soaking in the sink. Then back in the cache pot. If there's still some excess water in the pot then it drains to the bottom of the cache pot and doesn't/barely touch the bottom of the nursery pot. I have a few plants that are too easy to move, in which case I just leave them in the cache pot and bottom water there. Because of the rocks, the little water left in doesn't matter. I like using the sink because I can give my plants a good look whilst they soak and can clean leaves or deal with bugs regularly. As long as your growing medium is appropriate for your plant, you won't over water this way. I even do my cactus and succulents that way!

[@zetyra8336]

There are definitely pros and cons to both methods. One thing you probably won’t consider until it happens is that if you use the same tub of water over and over is that you run the risk of spreading fungal issues or pests to all of your plants. If you suspect there may be an issue with one of your plants don’t reuse the water.

[@candacetoms4927]

I lost a peperomia obtusifolia to stem rot this past winter, and barely managed to save the second stem in the pot. I’ve been bottom watering it and it has produced 3 new leaves so far this summer! I’m glad you’ve had success bottom watering your calathea! I want to try a calathea next, but have been nervous, and this gives me a little more confidence.

[@HarliG]

Botto watering works great for them I'm telling ya! You totally got this (:

[@larryalfonso2994]

I will try bottom watering in my new plants indoor godbless..

[@lovelydreamer5575]

I bottom water as well but instead of moving my plants to water them, I have them all sitting in those cheap clear plastic containers that I just fill up and go. The roots are more at the bottom so it makes since to water from the bottom.

[@HarliG]

Yes! I have a few in those plastic things too, but I totally spaced on mentioning them! Thanks for leaving a comment about it for others to see as well! (:

[@MC121MC]

Thanks for converting me to bottom watering, I'm a notorious over waterer so has really helped with my 50+ plant family. But I've been looking up info, what about the concerns with salt and other nutrient build up. Top watering helps flush it out. What do you suggest @harlig and plant community 😊

[@lilynoir3939]

If you bottom water most of the time it's a good idea to top water to flush the soil every once in a while :)

[@indigobeauty1]

Once a month is what I do, give my plants 🪴 a shower, bonus is it helps clean the dust off 🙂

[@carawestgate]

I tried bottom watering because I heard my string of pearl likes it. Since then I've been hooked! I agree it's waaaaay cleaner than top watering, and much more satisfying.

[@recklessmermaid]

Girl when you talked about the cleanliness watering issue you got my attention! I’m in my second year as a plant mom and I still make a mess!

[@mjalphonse]

Hey Harli, do you have any tips or experience with molding on your terra cotta pots, and molding on top of the soil? I have a Calathea medallion and a nerve plant both in a terra cotta and because they get watered so frequently the outside of the pot gets so moldy! Thanks!! 💕

[@zSuitSamus]

The "mold" you see on the outside of your terra cotta is actually just mineral deposits from water. This is called patina. If you don't like the way it looks, you can wipe it off. I don't wipe my terra cotta because I like the aged look.

[@randomroka]

This video was a gamechanger for me! I've been watering top down exclusively but I thought I'd give this method a try and BOY it's amazing!! The two things that got me sold were 1) no more bringing the plant to the sink and waiting for the water to stop coming through the bottom and 2) no more fungus gnats! Thank you so much!!

[@ElChapoMahn]

Definitely saves a log of water ! Plant absorbs what it needs :)

[@Mspunticka]

Hi, hey, hi. Stupid question probly: How long do you leave th eplant in the water? :)

[@Ninamazing3]

Great video! how long do you leave your pot in the water? Does it depend on the size of the pot? I do about half an hour but i'm not sure if this is long enough :).

[@plantswithkayla9126]

I’m definitely going to use this method next time I water my plants. Thanks for this! Also super exciting to feel the baby move 💫 💜

[@pwoolard4150]

I use my poly dump cart. Put all the plants that fit, add water (and fertilizer if using) place plants and let sit for about an hour. The cart rolls all around my porches and patios and other areas of the yard. Another benefit is when it's hurricane season I can place all my smaller plants in the cart for wind protection. It's been one of the best Christmas presents Hubs has every given me.

[@kRiStiNeBuDDiE294]

I've been having a problem with my peace lily still drooping even though I was top watering every 2 days. Bottom watered today, and it perked right back up! Thanks for the tips Harli! ❤❤❤

[@hopessdopess]

Hi I am having the same problem. How long do you leave your peace lily in the water container? Do I have to leave them for a specifc amount of time?

[@kRiStiNeBuDDiE294]

@@hopessdopess You should leave the pot in the water container until the top layer of soil begins to feel moist. That's how you'll know it's been watered through.

[@connieammerman8302]

@@kRiStiNeBuDDiE294 I’m confused. I thought we don’t want the top two inches to be damp so the gnats don’t lay their eggs?

[@jamluxx]

I have miniature roses & after losing 3 pots of them to fungus/stem rot, I started bottom watering for the last 2 stems I had left and they’re growing beautifully now. I now prefer bottom watering all of my plants 👍🏻

[@emmakates]

you may have just converted me to the bottom watering team, at least for my calathea!!

[@corneliahaarrhatlo2180]

If you have perlite in the bottom of your pots, can you still bottom water? Want to try it for my prayer plants! 😍🌱🌴

[@kedarprabhu1199]

The 97 dislikes are friends of Fungus Gnats

[@TheSweetgurliee]

1000 percent with you on every single point. Ever since ive bottom watered only, i have lost so little of my collection now

[@ananAbell]

I'm so glad I watched this and read the comments. I have a new angel wings cactus and I couldn't get it to absorb water in it's nursery pot. Trying this now!

[@emmamariecathell5996]

bottom watering all the way! totally agree. thanks for the wealth of knowledge on this topic (and even on four hours of sleep!) on another note -- where did you get the cute watering can?? do you have a link? TIA!

[@sarahmysliwy8656]

I had never really heard of bottom watering before I started watching you. Now I’m a firm believer! In my opinion, it’s SO much easier to bottom water than top watering. You can just fill up a bucket, put your plants in there, and continue on with your day. With top watering, you have to actually water your plants and takes your full attention. Less time/effort and better for my plants? Count me in!

[@deankoch7305]

You're glowing. Yummy.

[@sunshiny_botany]

Hi Harli! First of all, thank you for this super-informative video! I’ve been struggling with my calatheas, and I think bottom watering will help! Secondly, Dang guuuurl that pregnancy glow- your skin looks fantastic! So happy for you about your little one- congratulations! 🎉

[@lindapearson3340]

I am going to start bottom watering for sure but how long do you leave the plant in the water? Congrats on feeling the baby move for the first time. That is so exciting. Love your channel.

[@HarliG]

I leave the plant in until the top of the soil is moist!

[@lindapearson3340]

@@HarliG Thank You for the great information.

[@lauraa2634]

@@HarliG hi! new to bottom watering as of this morning haha. a couple of my plants were sitting in water for over an hour and still didn't absorb water to the top....this is ok since i'm battling fungus gnats but i'm wondering if that's normal? they were pretty dry but i tried to loosen the soil first with a chopstick.....

[@crexx8296]

When my BF got his first plant, I taught him bottom watering so he could get a good idea how much water that plant needed.

[@sunshiny_botany]

Just wanted to say that I’ve been using this method since you posted this video and my plants are already LOVING IT. Thank you! 😃🎉🥳

[@dianeschmidt17]

I've been trying to bottom water, but the top of the soil NEVER gets wet. Maybe I'm just not leaving them in long enough, but everything I've read says 10-15 minutes and that's definitely not enough for me. Should I just leave it in longer? Is it a soil issue?

[@morganmyatt1457]

Diane Schmidt I have the same issue...

[@dque_2U]

If you've had your Plants long enough...U can do the weight test...after bottom watering.

[@michellepureice]

Definitely wait longer, my smallest pots sit for at least 30 minutes. Wait until the top shows moisture, your plants will thank you.

[@christinerasch7261]

Same issue here as well!

[@danid6171]

The type of mix will make a difference. A well-aerated loose mix (which is best for most plants) will wick the water up more slowly than a standard storebought heavy potting mix. My smaller plants take at least 45 mins. Harli's point about using the cache pot as the reservoir is really useful because you don't have to move the plant. Just check back in a few hours - if the soil surface is moist but there's still unused water in the cover pot, then dump it out.

[@Uneedmoremeds]

So exciting that you felt baby☺. Great information and reasoning for bottom watering. Thanks for sharing☺👍❤. Edited to add you look beautiful with that baby glow❤.

[@funnytime1111]

Thanks for this video, I’m going to give bottom watering a try especially for my more thirsty plants

[@denisesanabia8422]

Congrats on the baby awwww thnx for the tip , every time e you said bottom watering reminded me of that song apple bottom jeans lmao lol bottom watering plants lol the roots with the pots lol crack me up lol

[@NicMatt555]

I know this is an old video but I’m just getting into plants and love the suggestion because I’m often concerned with how much water to give not so much how often so this definitely helps. BUT I like tons of pots that don’t have holes and I didn’t quite catch the term you used, was it cast watering??

[@huntergordon5322]

Nicole Matthews I don’t know the exact term that she used, but she uses the pots without drainage holes as cache pots. You just keep the plant in it’s nursery pot, and then you use the pot without drainage holes as a cover, and you can essentially fill that with water like you would a saucer in any other bottom watering situation.

[@KatieCooksandCrafts]

Ikea has nice deep terra cotta saucers. I like bottom watering but I have many pots with attached saucers and I'd be worried the water wouldn't make it to the soil.

[@MelWatchesYT]

I really appreciate this video. Especially the little tutorial and how to you include. It has helped me not kill my plants! I was going down hill with so many but once I switched the watering method, it helped a lot! Some do better with bottom watering for me and some do better with top watering. Just depends I guess on the soil, the plant, the person and the atmosphere!

[@AtlanticCanadianAstronomy]

Alot of my plants won't suck up water beyond maybe half an inch. Even with newer soil. Any idea why? Hydrophobic soil is the only thing I found which doesn't explain newer soil. Appreciate advice. Also sometimes it only soaks up a few inches and that soil ends up being completely saturated way beyond what it needs

[@nikkijackson2924]

With bottom watering have you had to fill the bowl more than once for a plant? I notice at times the top soil is still dry

[@HarliG]

Yes! Sometimes

[@amandamohlmaster3381]

Because of you I LOVE bottom watering! Yay baby kicks how exciting 😍 Did you move? And you have a cat?

[@HarliG]

It makes such a difference right?! I haven't moved, but I am rearranging everything in my house. Yes I have had this kitty since I was 8, she's an old lady now :P

[@elainedaly5711]

The timing of this video is crazy🙃 I just started bottom watering my plants on Sunday. I've been over watering my Sansevierias so I tried bottom watering and so far, so good. QUESTION: Is it possible to over water your plant by bottom watering? Or will they stop soaking up water when they are fully watered?

[@18MelCR]

Elaine Daly that’s what I’m wondering too

[@Etuffly]

I don’t think you want the snake plant sitting in a saucer of water for days on end. When the plant is done drinking up the water, you can empty the saucer

[@plantsandpiggies7758]

Thanks! So exciting when you first feel your baby! I remember mine too! And I just started using two pet litter trays to bottom water. They work great.

[@homebirding1308]

It’s so cool seeing your plant perk up in a lapse!

[@ibvocean]

Another alternative to top and bottom watering is use ice cubes to hydrate the plants. Ice cubes melt slowly and the water will gradually seep thru the soil. It makes a very even and thorough watering session.

[@mokuho]

I have pepperomia obtusifolia but i dont know how watering! is mistreated!😢

[@altair18637]

After killing a peperomia from overwatering, I started bottom watering a lot more of my plants, and I have to say it’s great! The only issue is that I’m a little impatient, but I’m getting used to waiting. Thanks for the tips as well!

[@jansontoh2934]

Hi Harli, I am Janson from Singapore. I recently followed ur KZbin and love your content on plants. Can I check for your bottom watering method, is it ok to buy a pot with no drainage and just let your plant sit on it overnight? And once the water dries up, just refill again. I got more than 10 plants of plants and intend to convert all of them to bottom watering and I seen the benefits on it. Looking for the best way to do it with minimal fuss. Look forward to hear your advice on this. Thanks in advance 🙂🌱

[@hynnow18]

I see sometimes advice to let the water flow out the bottom to “detox” the soil and let excess fertilizer/water minerals wash out. If you bottom water, how do you accomplish that? Most of the plants mentioned are house rather than edible plants, so maybe this does not apply since the nutritional needs are so different?

[@CrazyMNPR0324]

I heard that you can top water once a month or so to wash away the toxins and fertilizer from the soil.

[@sarahgiggles9444]

I never even THOUGHT about bottom watering peperomia. What an amazing idea! Excellent points about soil compaction, too. I was noticing that the plants that I water frequently (looking at you, alocasia zebrina reticulata) the soil was compacting SUPER quickly. Totally going to try this.

[@HarliG]

Let me know what you end up thinking about it!

[@wazzup268]

thank you, really helped me. SUB:) but I have a single question... as a noob in growing plants indoor: If I want to grow basil how frequently should I water the plant? Keeping the saucer always full of water I don't think it's an option. Asking because I want to make an automated system with arduino/raspberry and I have no idea on what interval should I activate the watering system

[@ab548]

Your umbrella tree is thriving in the background! I've got one and some of its newer growth seems to be drooping... Do you know what it could be caused by? Going to try bottom watering all my plants next time now xo

[@HarliG]

Hmmm my guess would be it either isn't getting enough sunlight or it is a bit underwatered! I keep this one by a south window & I water once a week

[@FREEDAs]

I have been bottom watering for years also I only used rain water.

[@HarliG]

I bet your plants just love it! (:

[@nealmiller4801]

Totally agree!! Great video! I have been bottom watering for a year now and my plants are huge! I also use neem oil for pests. Rarely do I have any issues, my only question, have you had any issues with salt build-up or pH levels being on the more alkaline side?

[@katebaxter1160]

Just found you by accident. I realise this is an older post. You are a lovely girl and very relatable. Also can’t help noticing your beautiful white teeth!! Anyway thanks for your help. I’ve subscribed so hope you are still posting!

[@MusicalTati]

I bottom water too & feel much more confident about having throughly watered the roots of my plant than I used to. I will even try to not let it sit until the top of the soil is wet because I’m also fighting an epic battle with fungus gnats this summer. Also, congratulations on baby movement!!! I hope you took a nap this afternoon.

[@elizabethpitsor-halcrow4211]

Hi Harli! I have started to bottom water with my 10 little babies!! I think I might have been top watering to much,,now I leave them alone,,lol Thanks the video was informative!

[@heidiwhite6068]

Very informative video THANKS!! I would be curious as to which plants you still top water and why 💜💜

[@liam20199lol]

How old is that peace lily in the background? I have one of my own!:)

[@morgan5929]

I love that you have crystals and things! I’m obsessed with crystals, herbs and plants. #witch I rent a single bedroom, so I have zero room and it’s very cluttered but it’s okay 😅

[@HarliG]

I feel you! I have a thing for cluttery looking things! Idk why, but I love when it feels full 😋

[@johanlarsson9805]

4 hours? That what i get most nights.... I normally do 3-4 nights with 4 hours and then I need a 6 hour night and then go back to 4 hour. Thanks for the long list of good practical advice!

[@jordanwalman2927]

omg i just lost my favourite pepperomia -- i feel you!! i wish i knew about bottom watering then...

[@cr.j3150]

Hello there. Thank you for introducing this method to ppl like me. Im struggling to keep my Calatheas alive and it really breaks my hard to see them shutting down on me

[@julieturnbull5241]

What am I doing wrong? I bottom water but my plants are never damp at the top. I left my peace lily overnight in the sink of water.....the top of the soil is not damp???????

[@mokuho]

Very beautiful your plants! I hope my peperomia recovery 😢

[@SliightlyStupid]

I just started bottom watering my plants about a month ago and I love it!! Do you think you could make a care tip video on hoyas? I try to watch other people’s videos but their voices get annoying😂

[@evb6074]

So bottom watering works in cactus and succulents to? I wanted to make sure because i don't want my babies to rot from too much. :) thx

[@christinak9587]

Can you over water by bottom watering? or does the plant stop absorbing it once roots are full? I bottom watered my Hoya Carnosa Compacta for like 10 minutes and now it's dead.

[@cammys8468]

Tbh, I’m just really lazy and I would only underwater if it was really needed, like with my African violets.

[@theemyriamichelle]

the best part is even if you forget your plant in the water the plant isnt going to take more than it needs itll just stay there until you remove the plant from the water

[@pmw3839]

I didn’t know about root rot and lack of oxygen, so for years I have been allowing my kalanchoes to sit in water all the time. They seem OK though.

[@ashleyhayes3709]

Is it normal to bottom water and still have the top soil stay dry? I just bottom watered my two Calatheas for 15 minutes and the top soil is bone dry. However moisture meter says that the soil lower is moist. Sorry I’m a newbie! Thank you!

[@eleanormcneal516]

I have been bottom watering my plants for 4 months. I find that after 5 days, my plants are bone dry. Should I bottom my plants until the water reaches the top?

[@jonipilmaier8723]

How often do you water begonias? Seems I’m having trouble with two new ones- polka dot and Lone Star Aussie

[@annschofield1]

I’m about to go away for 10 days and I need to leave the plants with my husband. I may just put all my plants in bowls. Thanks for this video and information. To the thrift store I go!!

[@heathercarter9741]

Appreciate all the first hand experiences and how you are like super honest about murdering plants and the mistakes you felt may have caused that. Thats super helpful info and I feel like lots of other people don't really talk about that kind of stuff. Im going to binge watch the videos I've missed while repotting my plants this morning and catch up. :)

[@kaylamuir1623]

Are you saying you actually leave your plants in the water? I thought that would cause issues? Everything I’ve read says never leave plants in water.

[@genevievethompson167]

Genius!!! This has answered so many questions I've been trying to figure out for weeks. Thanks for sharing! 💕🌿🌱🌵

[@MrGiantstride]

Does it work for a 15" pot with one tiny drain hole? I am worried that such a small hole won't water enough for a big plant.

[@MaybeTiberius]

i might wanna try getting into it. what really bothers me with top watering is how... unconvenient it is in so many times. you allways need to bring a big container or something around to water them in so you dont spill water and soil everywhere and then on bushy plants you cannot even reach all around the plant that well without bending the plant out of its way, and then depending on the soil your using you might up messing up the entire top layer of your soil pushing it around everywhere.. i dont know.

[@aiueda6579]

What do you think of semi-hydro? I don't deal with stem rot anymore and I can water less often using leca

[@tristankepper5226]

Okay sooo, I want to start bottom watering but all of my plants have the built on saucers. Can I still bottom water with those or do I need to get different pots?

[@brehannahhh4026]

OKAY THANK YOU FOR THIS. I have had struggles with my larger indoor plants! Smaller plants all doing great. I have been bottom watering and feeding my diffenbachia and I’ve noticed a huge difference with that

[@johnrapley1748]

Im converting to bottom watering to prevent gnats from coming back, had an bad issue with gnats, had to repot atleast ten plants to get rid of them, tried peroxide and neem oil, helped a bit.

[@cameroncox4268]

I just bought Macramé hangers so i have been looking into bottom watering, i was wondering if it matters if the roots are not at the bottom of the pot yet? Will the top soil be wet once the plant is done drinking the water?

[@ElChapoMahn]

I like bottom watering :) I agree with the issues with top watering! Feels like a mess. One and done ✅

[@lauramartinez2394]

So I’ve been looking into bottom watering and I got to wonder. Does the plant takes as much as it needs? Or is it the soil that can soak up the water it needs? Im afraid that the soil will take more water than what the plant itself needs