How I water my plants | detect dry or wet soil | balcony gardening vlog

Welcome back to my balcony garden. Today I'll show you how I water my container plants. Also, I show you how I determine ...

This article is a summary of a YouTube video "How I water my plants | detect dry or wet soil | balcony gardening vlog" by Blossom Flower Delivery

🌱 It is important to check the soil moisture of plants before watering them.

🌱 Using bamboo sticks or wooden dowels as indicators of soil moisture can help determine if a plant needs watering.

🌱 Gently pouring or giving a plant a little "coup" of water can help prevent wasting water and allow it to settle properly.

🌱 Flushing plants with water has multiple benefits, such as removing toxins, breaking up root structure, and providing added oxygen.

🌱 Rosemary plants prefer a drier environment, so they should be watered less frequently.

🌱 Herbs like thyme also tend to prefer a drier environment and should be watered accordingly.

🌱 It is possible to assess the need for watering by lifting the plant and feeling its weight for moisture.

00:00 The video starts with the host on his balcony and the morning sun is just starting to break.

00:23 The host explains that he will show how to water plants and how to know if they need watering.

00:30 He shows how he checks the soil using bamboo sticks or wooden dowels as an indicator of whether the plant needs watering or not.

00:56 The host demonstrates how to water a plant by gently pouring water or giving it a little pulse.

01:27 The host explains the benefits of flushing the plants, including flushing out toxins and providing oxygen to the roots.

01:49 The host mentions that rosemary plants prefer to be on the drier side and demonstrates how to check the moisture level using a bamboo stick.

02:11 The host mentions watering the rosemary plant once a week or as needed.

02:19 The host mentions that mint also prefers to be on the drier side and demonstrates how to check the moisture level by picking up the plant.

Use bamboo sticks or wooden dowels to check the moisture level in the soil.

Gently pour or give the plants a small sprinkle of water.

Allowing the water to settle helps prevent overwatering and wastage of water.

Flushing removes toxins, improves soil structure, and provides oxygen to the roots.

Rosemary plants prefer drier conditions and should be watered once a week or as needed.