How often should I water Podocarpus?

How often should I water Podocarpus?

Podocarpus likes moisture. During maintenance, it is generally necessary to wait until the soil is dry before watering it sufficiently, following the principle of "watering thoroughly when dry". However, the frequency of watering will be affected by many factors such as soil, growth conditions, and season.

Podocarpus is generally watered every three to five days, but it is not fixed. The specific frequency of watering depends not only on the dryness and wetness of the soil, but also on the different changes in seasonal climate.

1. Watering in spring

The temperature in spring is suitable, and Podocarpus is in its peak growth period, so its demand for water is relatively high. Generally, it needs to be watered every 2-3 days.

2. Watering in summer

In summer, the temperature is high and before and after the sun, you should water the Podocarpus twice a day, in the morning or evening. If the weather is too hot, you also need to spray water on the leaves to keep them moisturized.

3. Watering in autumn

The climate in autumn and spring is very cold, so the frequency of watering Podocarpus is similar to that in spring, watering once every 2-3 days.

4. Watering in winter

The temperature is low in winter and Podocarpus will enter a dormant period, so the amount of watering needs to be reduced. Watering once every half a month is enough.

What kind of water is good for Podocarpus

The management of Podocarpus is relatively extensive. It prefers slightly acidic water, such as rainwater, tap water, well water, etc. These waters are all acidic and can be used to water Podocarpus, which is beneficial to the growth of the plant.