Houseplant hacks: should I use ice cubes to water my plants?
Ice cubes offer a slower form of watering, reducing the risk of soggy soil – but are not suitable for most tropical houseplants The problem Many a houseplant is killed with kindness; watering every time you look at them can be terminal. Using ice cubes for watering promises slower, more controlled hydration. But does it work? The hack Place one or two ice cubes on the soil. The idea is that as the ice melts it slowly releases water, giving the roots time to absorb it and avoiding soggy soil. Continue reading...
Ice cubes offer a slower form of watering, reducing the risk of soggy soil – but are not suitable for most tropical houseplants
The problem
Many a houseplant is killed with kindness; watering every time you look at them can be terminal. Using ice cubes for watering promises slower, more controlled hydration. But does it work?
The hack
Place one or two ice cubes on the soil. The idea is that as the ice melts it slowly releases water, giving the roots time to absorb it and avoiding soggy soil.