How often should potted sunflowers be watered?

How often should potted sunflowers be watered?

Potted sunflowers do not need to be watered too frequently, about once a week is enough. When the temperature is too high in summer, you can water them once every 5 days. Lake water, tap water, river water, well water, and rainwater can all be used for watering.

How to water potted sunflowers

1. Watering according to the season : Potted sunflowers need timely watering during the hot and dry summer, and the watering frequency in winter should be appropriately reduced.

2. Watering during the growing season : Do not water too much at one time during the growing season, otherwise it will cause the leaves to turn yellow. It is recommended to use the immersion method, place the flower pot in a basin filled with water, and soak it for about 15-20 minutes.

Precautions for watering potted sunflowers

1. When watering potted sunflowers, if the pot is small and the flowers are large, you need to replenish water in time and follow the principle of "alternating dry and wet".

2. Potted sunflowers do not require much water before budding, and a relatively dry environment is more conducive to the growth of the plant's roots.

What to do if you overwater your potted sunflowers

When potted sunflowers are watered too much, the branches and leaves will wilt. At this time, you need to move the plant out of the pot with the soil, and then place it in a cool and ventilated place for 3-5 days. Wait until the plant resumes growth before planting it in a pot.