What to do if Podocarpus is overwatered

The harm of excessive watering of Podocarpus

Podocarpus will die if it is watered too much, and the entire plant will die. It is not drought-resistant, but it is moisture-resistant, so you should pay attention to watering it frequently during the growing period, but water accumulation should not occur.

Podocarpus is usually planted in fields and is often exposed to rain, so it doesn't matter if it is wet by rain, but you must pay attention to digging drainage ditches to prevent water accumulation.

How to deal with excessive watering of Podocarpus

To determine whether the Podocarpus is overwatered, you can check the changes in its branches and leaves. If the branches and leaves become soft and drooping and the roots rot, the leaves will gradually turn yellow and fall off.

If Podocarpus is watered too much, you need to drain the water in the pot, then take the plant out of the pot, cut off the rotten roots, and then dry the soil and replant it.

Watering tips for Podocarpus

1. When watering Podocarpus, you must control the amount of water and just water the soil thoroughly. If the soil is too dry or too wet, it will not be conducive to its growth. In summer, you can increase the amount of water appropriately to provide it with the water it needs for growth. In winter, the temperature is lower and the growth is slower, so you can reduce the amount of watering.

2. When caring for Podocarpus, when the water evaporates and the soil becomes dry, it is necessary to water it, and the water must be poured thoroughly. You can also spray it with water frequently.

3. The management of Podocarpus is relatively extensive. It can be watered with rainwater, tap water or well water. These waters are all acidic and can be used to water Podocarpus.