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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Tenielle Jordison

I’m Upgrading to a Smart Watering Gadget – so I Never Have to Worry About How Much to Water My Houseplants Again

Houseplant I regret buying.

Every winter I play the guessing game of when to water my houseplants. It's a common problem among many houseplant collectors, as plants need sufficiently less water in the coldest months and it can be hard to judge exactly how often to water them. It makes houseplants prone to overwatering and rotting roots at this time of year, resulting in many that don't make it to spring.

But, there's a fool-proof method I'm using this winter to ensure my indoor plants don't have a watering issue ever again: a smart houseplant moisture meter. These little devices take the guesswork out by notifying you it's time to water your houseplants.

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