Do indoor plants need pots with drainage?
Whether your potted plants are indoors or outdoors, proper drainage is an essential element to ensure they stay healthy. This process keeps water from pooling at the base of the pot, which can cause bacteria, fungus and root rot. You don’t want root rot. It is for this reason drainage holes are so frequently sought out for indoor plant pots. They also ensure you can give your plants a thorough water (we often advise ‘watering until it drains out the bottom’) that covers the entire root ball.Drainage holes help all that excess water to flow through the soil. While some plants require moist or damp soil, lots of excess water can cause root rot and can eventually lead to your plant’s death.Containers without visible drainage holes can still support healthy plants, but only if you manage water carefully. The goal is to give roots steady moisture without letting them sit in a permanent “bathtub” of excess water, which quickly leads to rot and decline.
How to water indoor plants while away for 2 weeks?
Run cotton cords or wicks from the bottom of the water reservoir, over the side, and down to the soil of each potted plant. Water will run down the wick and into the soil, keeping it moist for an extra couple of weeks, but don’t forget to water your plants before you go. Three to four weeks away For extended periods away, a wicking method can help. Fill a large bowl, pot, or bucket with water to act as a reservoir. Place it on a table or chair above a group of houseplants, but not between the plants and their light source.