How often should I water Oxalis?

How often should I water my oxalis? There are many factors that affect this, such as soil, weather conditions, surrounding environment ... Let's take a closer look below.

Soil and watering

The soil for Oxalis requires good air permeability to prevent the underground bulbs from rotting. The dryness of the soil determines the number of watering times. There is no fixed number of days for watering at this time, just observe the soil and water it. You can use a small wooden stick to stick into the soil. If the soil is dry and the surface of the soil is cracked, you can water it. If the soil is moist, wait a while before watering.

Air humidity and watering

The humidity of the surrounding environment affects the water absorption of the leaves. For Oxalis, the leaves absorb moisture from the air, and the rhizomes can provide growth nutrients. This dual nutrient supply can ensure the healthy growth of the plant. So pay close attention to the air humidity when watering. When you observe that the leaves are covered with dust, drooping and shriveled, this is a sign that they need water and indicates that the air humidity is low. While watering, sprinkle water around the plants frequently.

Weather conditions and watering

Rainy Day

If it rains for several days in a row, like during the plum rain season in the Yangtze River region, you can place the plants outside to get some light rain when the rain is light. Just water it for half a day, then move the plant to a ventilated and sheltered balcony. It does not need to be watered in the next few days. Pay attention to the condition of the leaves. Usually on rainy days when there is plenty of water, the leaves of Oxalis will be closed, so do not water it at this time.

sunny

Summer weather is hot and dry, so you may need to water every day! Depending on the situation, water the plant once every morning or evening as long as it is a sunny day; in the hot southern regions, water the plant once in the morning and once in the evening.

Growing period and watering

Oxalis enters a short dormant period in summer, so watering from the growing period to the dormant period is a decreasing process. Oxalis requires a lot of water during its growth period and needs to be watered once a day. When the plants enter a dormant period in the hot summer, watering should be gradually reduced until it stops.

Well, this is the introduction to the watering method of Oxalis. I hope it will be helpful to everyone! Only by mastering the correct watering method can Oxalis grow healthily, and maybe it will even mutate into a four-leaf "lucky clover"!