All you need to know about watering houseplants
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- Опубліковано 23 лип 2020
- In this video I explain why plants need water, why they cannot survive overwatering, and also why we should never ever ever water on a scheldule. I share with you 10 factors/variables that determine how often you should water your plants, how to read visual signs/clues, and different ways you can water them. The video is long, as are all my other videos, but they provide tons of insight and tips to help you grow your houseplants with more success.
The 10 factors/variables that determine watering frequency are:
1. The plant species
2. Indoors VS outdoors
3. Soil media
4. Pot type
5. Pot size
6. Plant age/size
7. Light intensity
8. Temperature/humidity
9. Type of water
10. Growing season/dormancy
Tools to measure moisture:
1. Moisture meter
2. Your finger
3. Pot weight
4. Look for visual cues
5. Touch the leaves
6. Experience
How to water plants:
1. Pour water onto topsoil
2. Bottom watering
3. Misting/spraying/hosing down
Extra top:
1. Water in the morning
2. Should you have plants living in less than ideal lighting condition, bring them to a bright and airy area on watering day to let them freshen up.
Revisions: The process in which plants shed excess water by droplets is called guttation, not transpiration.
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Where were you ten plant deaths ago 😭😭😭 Thank you so much for posting this! Everything makes so much sense!
I rushed this video actually because I know its much needed!
Finally, a vlog that’s intelligent and suitable for Asia’s hot climate. Thank u and more power.
- watching from PH
So much love from the PH!! You guys are some of the most warm and encouraging. Glad to know we share a similar love for houseplants 🥰
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Same. some plant care from seasonal countries kinda hard to follow. thank god i found this channel
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I love the realness... I can't afford that many terracota pots either XD... I use the nursery ones as well. Hola from Mexico.
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This is the most thorough walkthrough of watering, especially for new plant parents. Thank you so much.
I’m Indonesian who lives in Switzerland . UA-cam recommanded me your video few weeks back. Am not mad at all, cos now I almost watching all your videos. Please do more videos nursuries tour and shopping plant.. It’s so addicting. Congrats Sean! Your Channel took off.
Oh my god, thank you so much!!
I just wanted to add that another type of water is well water. Water from the ground, so if you have access to this, do give it a try in watering your plants.
Very informative! Thank you
Yeppp ground water. Thats actually what I work in my home. 😅
! That's why you're able to spray your plants down and use it straight out of the hose or the spigot you have some of the best water if you have well water
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Love your channel! Thank you for all of these great videos :)
Thank youu. I enjoyed making these too
Love your content. Great in depth information!
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Hello again Sean! I like that on your channel you go in depth in information when it IS needed. I never knew all these aspects of watering my plants!! I see changes I need to make now. So many skip over the details because it might not be exciting but it is a part of the plants life cycle!! thanks for opening my eyes and I have fallen in love with my plants all over now,,
Watching from Phils. Love your plants.😍
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I wanted to like this twice. Thank you for making this thorough, informative content - and presenting it in an engaging way 🙌🏽
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Excellent! Very thorough. Thank you! (And I love your humor and notes typed in 😉👍)
Haha thank youu 🙏🏽 appreciate the positive feedback.
This was so helpful. I will not drown any more plants I promise😂
Haha 😅
Thanks so glad I found your channel. I'm from Australia in a sub-tropical area. I love it that we can have house plants outside all year!
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Thank youuu welcome to the channel!
another learning cant wait for tom to check all my plants thank you for so much plant care tips your sharing with us
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This is the first time a "how to water your plants" information drop has actually made complete sense. Great channel, subscribed.
Thank you and welcome to the channel 🙌🏻
OMG I'm using the exact same humidity and temp sensor lol! Definitely have a lot more confidence in that thing now... it has been super helpful
I'm okay being called a crazy plant person. At least I have something to be crazy about. ;)
And yay, cant wait for the soil video!
Haha. Agreed!
Thanks so much for the tips, your channel is one of my favorites 😍😍
Thank you so much! 🤓
Love this vid Sean! So many helpful tips, am becoming a plant dad recently so this answered a lot of questions, and also bought a moisture meter!
Whoa thank you so much Ken. Moisture meter will save so many plants lives and make you a more confident plant parent. Hope things are doing great in NYC. It must have been about 15 years ya!
@@onlyplants Things are going great! So my meter comes next week, can't wait. So do you only water a plant when it's in the red? And how far do you normally stick it down?
i enjoyed watching this video of yours...more learnings and tips..keep it up and more power.
This is a great video, Sean. What people are dying for is someone who is serious but has a good sense of humor (love those unspoken quips on screen) and is personable. That's you! Congratulations on your increasing subscribers. I see you comment on almost every single comment that is made. Get ready for a full time job doing just that. Of course, it is kind of you and everyone really appreciates knowing that you have actually read the comment. I laugh at each video because of the difference in our growing zones especially regarding humidity. Today it is will be a high of 38C, humidity is higher than usual as this is the "monsoon" (LOL!!) so it is 40%. Normally, we have 10-15% humidity and live in AC 6 months a year. UGH!. Ordinarily, I try to grow plants that are less dependent onl;ambient humidity but now I've bought some that might require a humidifier. That's your fault!!! Looking forward to more excellent videos from you. Watch out Summer Rayne Oakes! LOL!
Oh wow thank you so much Harry! I see your comments in other videos too, I appreciate it. More videos to come!
Information overload. I've learned a lot, Shawn.
Haha thank you. Practice with conditions in your space because it is unique.
I will. ❤️
You’re such a good teacher.
Thank you 😌🙏🏽
Very informative video! So happy to have found you. Your plants are gorgeous 💚🌻🌿
Thank youuu
Love your teachings love you!
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Thankyou. Great explanation of watering. Watching from Australia.
Thank you 🤓
awesome advice! you can tell that you really know what you're doing, because your plants look beautiful!! 😍🌱
Im still learning too! 🤓
Thank you for all the information!! Your science teacher must really be proud of you.
Thank youuu 🤓❤️ I hope they saw the vids!
I really enjoyed this video, I appreciate all the information, it was very helpful!
Thank you!! I hope to be of help
You’re the most likable plant expert of UA-cam! This video is so informative. First time that the difference between browning from overwatering and underwatering was explained in a such a clear way. Thanks also for the tip about leaving a plant in a brighter area after watering. My calatheas’ leaves furl even with a soft 7am light (in Switzerland) so I had to move them to a darker corner, but now I know that I should taken them to a brighter area on
their watering day. Thank you so much for all these precious pieces of advice.
Wowww thank you for writing in to let me know that. Calatheas do like low to medium light. Dont forget to give them good air flow especially on watering day. They can rot easily
You're my new favorite plant guy here on UA-cam. Very informative videos, I'm binge watching now. 😁
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Fantastic video, as always. Thank you so much this will help many people to gain confidence in their watering!
A lot of people give up having houseplants because they cannot figure out watering. More than half of all houseplants troubleshooting questions on the internet is related to improper watering. I hope to help with that 🥰
This is probably the most thorough and easy to follow information on plant watering that I've seen. You didn't overcomplicate the process and showed a variety of plants with their watering needs. I actually watched it twice (with the ads!) because it was that good.
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Wow Quebec!
thats pretty far away! Helloooo. And thank you for watching my videos and commenting
This is very informative. Thank you, Sir!
-Watching from the PH
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writing this comment from my phone just to say amazing video!! Very very helpful, love the analogy!! Keep it up! Love love love,,,,,
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Haha thank youuu. I miss parties too!
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after finding this channel, today i bought a lot of plants . . hoped that i can take care of the plants well . .
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Thank you so much! I hope you have a good start in your journey. Get a moisture meter! It will help you build confidence
Thank you super informative info! 😍🙌🌳🌿
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Thank you so much! I really enjoy your video, it's really informative and easy to understand. Now, I know better how to water my plants! ❤️ 🙏
Thank youuu Im glad to be able to share these information with you too. I have so much more video content I cant wait to realize, so keep in touch!
I so agree with the usage of distilled water :)) But you do you!
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Thank you so much for your advice on watering it was very helpful to me I’m beginning to understand more about the plant I have you have a great day
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this is soooo thorough 🤩 i cannot thank you enough
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Keep going and stay motivated! I appreciate all the information you share 🌱
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onlyplants you’re welcome 🤗
Thank you for your engaging teaching video. I have learned so much from your sharing.
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Love your videos!
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Have just started watching your UA-cam videos I think you are my favourite now. The video on watering was so good and informative
Thank you so much! I have so much joy out of making these videos and sharing my experience. A soil video is uploading at the moment and it is out of this world! So do check that out soon 😉
I'm so hooked with your video's.
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Me too stumbled here and it's my favorite channel!
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I love ❤️ the way you explain all the details. You are very kind and sweet. Thank you so much 😊 I believe besides that you are very accurate with the information. Thanks Again!!
Thank youuuu
Such a thorough watering video! Great job! I use the water from my fish tank to water my plants.
Oh mannn I want a fish tank too 😅
All the things that I wanted to know 🙈, regardless about to finish all your vlogs, it just so soothing for mind and soul. Been learning a lot about plant baby. ❤️
Nice! I hope to help you increase your success and confidence in keeping your plants. So we can spread this plant love 🥰
onlyplants 😍yes
Thank you so much, you help me to watering my plants.
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Best advice.
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Haha thank you.
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So informative...thank you
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You have so many awesome plants
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So glad you do this as we don't see many videos from plant parents in Asia! Keep them coming. Thank you
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@@onlyplants thats true, many plant people in Asia have amazing instagram acc, but i only found one yt channel that is amazing n very informative which is yours. Hahahahaha
this is so awesome thank you. reminds me of my high school biology class but useful now :)
Haha I had that same thought too!
I always wait for your uploads! 🌿💖 Avid watcher here from the ph
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Au début de la vidéo, je me suis dis Shon nous amène en classe! Mais ce fut très instructif. I love this vidéo !
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Very informative and you lay your ideas very organize-ly. I love every single video/content you have.
Thank youuuuu. And more to come!
onlyplants i just followed your instagram account. Following from Houston, TX. ❤️🌱
I also stumbled on this channel through my Nature ID app & glad I did.. we have our seasons in NJ & yes I’m a crazy plant person have quite a lot of flowers, plants & veggies but always looking for more & some say I have a green thumb although I’m learning as I go always looking & reaping the benefits..I feel keeping a positive attitude helps the plants grow also some say I’m weird but I do say good morning & a little singing to my plants which they do love I once stopped & did notice a difference in their growth..I know I will enjoy this channel & grateful for ur knowledge & will tune in to more videos TY 👍🏼🤩🌿🌵🌸🪷🌞
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You are fantastic. I was in need of some intermediate plant media. Educational and he is adorable 😍🏵️🌱🌵👨🏫 keep sharing your knowledge please!!
Thank you so much!!! More to come! ❤️
Glad to join your crazy plant person club❤️✌🏻🍃🌿🌱
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Very well explained 👍I think you covered everything about watering.well done 🍀🍀☘️☘️
Thank youu
Loving your video, so full of great information! Cannot wait to watch some more about soil variations for various plants; living in hot and humid Florida, having indoor plants, soil seems to be key to their soil staying too moist for too long. Oh and your plants are so beautiful, I just want to touch them all LOL, Cant wait to check out more videos - youre my fav :-) ~Trish
Hello Florida! I lived in Orlando for a good 2 years. I miss it there and I hope you guys are doing alright with whats going on! 🤗
@@onlyplants Cool, you know around my area, St Petersburg! We are hanging in there, things are crazy...plants are a great diversion. Keep these videos coming, please :-). PS: your science teachers would be proud!
You're Welcome🙏🙏..
Watching ur vlogs since 1k subs.
But hey congrats to ur monitization, watching over your youtube milestone.. Much love from Malaysia🙏💕.
Thank youuu! 🐸
I love you! Thanks for this video!
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Thank you for all your good tips you have lots of beautiful plants but I only have 3 house plants and 2 Christmas cactus. Would love to have more but building up my backyard with lots of flowers and milkweed.
You should have as many plants as you are comfortable with. Sometimes looking at others plants bring us as much joy too!
Great video! I’ve learned so much from your content. Keep up the good work. I am new to this hobby and my plants are doing well. My poor succulent collection succumbed to overwatering, but my leafy friends are doing okay (RIP: Rex Bigonia, All my little ferns and Original Polka dot plant. Croton is still hanging in there. No new growth 😩 - not enough light).
Haha its a struggle, I know. But keep on trying because we get better each time.
This is sooo educational.
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very educational!
Thank youu
That is so true it's a hit or miss with plants I like to bottom feed my plants
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I enjoyed watching your videos sir. Thank you for sharing your beautiful garden with us.
Thanks for coming along!