How to retain water in a indoor flower pot?

You don't want to retain water in an indoor pot. A plant that dries out may be unhappy, but will revive with water. A plant that is overwatered will die.





I'd look for one of the many self-watering gadgets at a nursery or online. The basic idea is that you have a reservoir of water that varies from something hidden to a plain bottle, and a timer that waters your plants on a schedule. They're designed to take care of plants while you're out of town.

How to retain water in a indoor flower pot?
There are some potting soils on the market that have increased water retention properties that you can use. If you are concerned about the water running out when you water the plants then do what I do. I usually wait until the soil is dry and first give the plants a sip, a small amount of water. This moistens the soil and makes it easier for the second amount of water, given a few minutes later, to be absorbed by the soil. I also have containers under the pots so that excess water that runs through the pot is retained and absorbed from the bottom of the pot.





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Reply:For my indoor plants, in the bottom of the pot, I have a layer of rocks that I use. I only water my plants once every two weeks. That is all it really needs. Unless you live in a dry climate where moisture is sucked out of thin air. A plant should not be soaked all the time. It should use up the water it has before adding more. I also put these teracotta worms in my pots, when they are dark brown, the plant has plenty of water, but when it turns light in color then it is time to add water. Do not over water, your plants soil can grow mold or rot the roots. good luck.
Reply:i would suggest using water retention crystals which you can buy from most nurseries and garden centres. mix them in with the compost when repotting your plants and water well. the crystals absorb water and swell up into a kind of jelly which holds water, releasing it when the soil starts to dry.
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