How often should you water your agave?

How often should you water your agave?

When watering agave, you can use tap water or rainwater. Generally, you can water it once a week in spring and autumn. If you water it in winter, you should reduce the watering frequency. It is best to water it once every half a month. However, there is a shortage of water in summer, so it is best to water it every day.

How to water agave

1. Observe the soil in the pot: Pay attention to the soil when watering, because agave grows in soil with good drainage ability. If its soil is moist, do not water it, which means it is not short of water for the time being.

2. Water according to the temperature: Generally, agave prefers a warm environment. If the temperature is lower than 5 degrees Celsius when you are maintaining it, you should stop watering it, otherwise the plant may be frozen.

Agave watering precautions

1. Watering principles: Generally, Agave is afraid of waterlogging, so when watering, you should follow the principle of not watering unless the soil is dry, and watering thoroughly when you do water. This will ensure that it has enough water and there is no waterlogging.

2. Watering in winter: Agave generally does not grow in winter. It basically enters a dormant state. It is not short of water at this time, so it is not recommended to water it in winter.

What to do if you overwater your agave

Generally, if you accidentally water the agave too much, you need to repot it in time. When repotting, you can trim its roots. Then after repotting, you need to place it in a well-lit place for maintenance. It will resume growth in about a week.