How to water potted jasmine

Key points for watering potted jasmine

Jasmine is a plant of the Oleaceae family and the genus Jasmine. Potted jasmine should be watered in the morning and evening, not in the hot noon, especially in the hot summer. However, in winter, watering should be done at noon when the temperature is higher to avoid frost damage.

How to judge whether potted jasmine should be watered

To determine whether the soil in the potted jasmine is dry, you can knock on the pot and listen to the sound. If the sound is crisp, it means the soil is dry and needs to be watered in time. If the knocking makes a muffled sound, it means it is not dry and you don't need to water it.

How often should I water jasmine?

In spring and autumn, the climate is pleasant and potted jasmine will not grow too fast. Generally, it only needs to be watered once every two to three days. However, in summer, when the temperature is higher, watering should be more frequent, at least once a day. In winter, when the temperature is low, watering should be reduced, and once a week is enough.

Should jasmine be watered thoroughly?

When watering potted jasmine, you need to water it thoroughly. The flowerpots used for it have a water outlet of about 1 inch. Usually we only need to fill the water outlet. If the water outlet is too shallow, it will be difficult to water it thoroughly, so choosing the pot is also critical.

How to water potted jasmine

Potted jasmine likes a humid growing environment and needs to be provided with sufficient water, especially during the vigorous growth period. The soil needs to be kept moist, but no water accumulation should occur. The principle of keeping the soil moist when it is dry should be followed, and water should not drip onto the leaves.

What kind of water should be used to water potted jasmine?

Potted jasmine prefers slightly acidic water and should avoid alkaline water. It is best to use soft water for watering. You can also use "trapped water". The "trapped water" should be dried in a place with the same temperature as the potted jasmine.

How much water to use for potted jasmine

Potted jasmine needs to wait until the soil in the pot is completely dry before watering. The amount of water at one time must ensure that it is thoroughly watered, and water should flow out to the bottom of the pot. This is considered to be watered thoroughly. Do not water too much to prevent excessive water from accumulating in the soil and causing root rot.

Precautions for watering potted jasmine

1. Jasmine needs to be watered immediately after being repotted. This is rooting water, which is beneficial to the survival of potted jasmine. You can also spray foliar fertilizer to meet the plant's nutrient needs and reduce the burden on the root system.

2. The frequency of watering for jasmine potted plants is different in different seasons. In spring and autumn, potted jasmine is in the growth period, and sufficient water must be ensured at this time. Especially in spring, the number of watering should be relatively increased. At the same time, appropriate amount of watering should be sprayed to maintain environmental humidity and reduce transpiration of water on the leaves.