Bottom Watering Guide

🚰 Bottom Watering

Bottom watering is a technique used to irrigate plants that involves placing the plant’s container in water and allowing the soil to absorb moisture from the base.

illustration of a plant being watered from the bottom.

This method is particularly beneficial for vegetation that prefers hydration from below, such as succulents and certain types of houseplants.

It also helps ensure the plant receives adequate moisture without the risk of overwatering.

For bottom watering, it is recommended to use distilled or filtered water. This is because tap water 🚰 can contain high levels of chlorine, which can be harmful to plants in large doses.

When done correctly, this method is suitable for any potted vegetation 🪴, both ⛱️ indoors and outdoors.

This technique can save time and effort compared to traditional methods.

By providing a more efficient way to deliver water directly to the roots, bottom watering 🚰 reduces the frequency of hydration, conserving both time and energy.

🚰 The soil’s moisture

To determine when it’s time to use this method, you should assess the soil’s moisture level 💦. This can be done by pushing your finger into the soil between the wall of the container and the stem of the vegetation.

If the soil is dry down to the 🤌 second knuckle, it’s time to hydrate.

When implementing this watering technique 🚰, you should leave the container in water for about ten minutes.

This will allow the soil to absorb sufficient moisture 💦. If the soil hasn’t absorbed enough water after ten minutes, you can leave it in the water for an additional twenty minutes.

🚰 Top Watering Essential for Cleansing

Bottom watering 🚰 does not eliminate salt and mineral deposits that accumulate on the soil surface. It’s recommended to pour water over the top of the soil once a month to rinse away these deposits.