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My neighbor in apartment 4B said my tomato plants looked thirsty even after I watered them.
She pointed out the leaves were curling and said I was probably just wetting the surface, not soaking the deep roots. I started giving each plant a slow, deep soak for a count of thirty, and they perked up in two days. How do you know when you're actually giving enough water in a container?
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derek9391d ago
Hot take: Lift the pot.
Oh man, that's the classic container gardening mistake. You gotta water until it runs out the bottom drain holes. If it doesn't, you didn't do enough. The lift test is key, too. Pick up the pot right after a good soak to feel the weight, then check again in a few days. When it feels super light, it's time for another deep drink.
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sandra7151d agoTop Commenter
Actually, I've found that can lead to overwatering pretty fast. I just stick a finger in the soil to check.
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