How to water carnations and how often to water them

Overview of Carnation Watering

Do not water the carnation before the soil is dry. Wait until the soil is completely dry before watering. In spring, it is best to water it in the evening.

How to determine whether to water: Press the soil with your finger to determine whether it needs watering. If the soil feels very dry, you need to water it again.

How often should you water: Carnations should be watered less during the seedling stage, and watered only after the soil is completely dry, no more than twice a week. During the growth period, they need sufficient water supply, and the potting soil should be kept moist, and watered once every 2-3 days.

Should water be watered thoroughly: After planting, you must follow the principle of watering thoroughly. The water can flow out from the small holes at the bottom of the pot. Do not water unless the surface soil is dry.

The correct way to water carnations

When the plant is growing most vigorously and the flowers are blooming, you should increase the amount of watering, and keep the soil slightly moist at this time. In the hot summer, due to the high temperature and rapid evaporation, you should also increase the amount of watering, and keep the soil slightly moist.

What kind of water is best for watering: For watering carnations, pure water without impurities is preferred. If you don’t have it, you can also use tap water, but you can’t water them directly. Instead, you should take it out 1-2 days in advance, set it aside to dry, and wait until the chlorine in it evaporates before watering them.

Water in moderation: After watering, press the soil in the pot with your fingers. If it feels moist and sticky on your hands, it means you have watered enough.

Watering method and skills: Carnations that have just been repotted should be watered every three to five days. The principle of watering is to water thoroughly when watering, and do not water until the surface of the pot is dry. When carnations are just planted, they should be watered thoroughly, and be careful not to accumulate water.

Carnation watering precautions

When the weather gets hotter in summer, you need to increase the amount of watering to keep the soil in the pot moist. When it is cloudy and rainy with heavy precipitation, you need to stop watering.

In addition to watering, if the air is too dry, you can use a spray method to humidify the surrounding environment, especially in the north in winter. It would be best if you have a humidifier.