How often should the desert rose be watered in summer? Should it be watered thoroughly?

Desert Rose Watering Frequency in Summer

Desert rose doesn't like water very much, because it is relatively drought-resistant, under normal circumstances, it can be watered once every 4-5 days to keep the soil moist. Due to the high temperature in summer, it does not need to be watered every day.

Generally, we only need to water it once every 2-3 days. The Desert Rose that has just adapted to the pot cannot be watered immediately. It is generally necessary to wait about 7 days before watering it.

Key points for watering Desert Rose in summer

1. The desert rose needs to be watered more frequently in the summer because the sunlight is strong in the summer and water is lost quickly. If it is in hot weather, it needs to be watered once a day or every two or three days. Pay attention to the watering time. It is best to water it in the early morning and evening.

2. Pay attention to the amount of watering for Desert Rose in summer. Just keep the soil slightly moist. There should be no water accumulation in the potting soil. You can judge whether the Desert Rose is short of water by weighing the pot. Weigh the weight of the pot. If it feels obviously lighter, it means it is short of water and you can start watering it.

The correct way to water Desert Rose

1. Do not water the Desert Rose too much during the growing period, otherwise the water will not be absorbed, which may affect its growth. Usually watering should be carried out according to changes in temperature.

2. Desert rose is not cold-resistant. After entering the dormant period, its growth will gradually slow down and watering needs to be stopped in time. When watering in winter, the water temperature must be strictly controlled. Generally, it should be kept close to room temperature before use.