Houseplant 101: How to Water Houseplants Properly

Houseplant 101: How to Water Houseplants Properly - Ep 120

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In the last “Houseplant 101: Back to Basics” episode-Ep. 119-we discussed utilizing techniques to know when to water plants, but in this episode, we'll learn how to water houseplants properly.
Timecodes:
0:00 - Introduction
0:42 - Types of water
5:13 - Boiling water / letting water sit
6:34 - Optimum pH
8:03 - Water temperature
9:01 - Watering equipment
10:30 - How to water a plant
16:25 - Moist, not wet
19:55 - Bottom-up or Top-down watering
24:30 - Airflow
25:33 - Watering red flags
28:45 - Sneak peek on next episode
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@barbll000 5 жыл бұрын

This might seem too basic but it isn't. Nowhere does anyone actually physically demonstrate watering houseplants. So a huge thank you for doing this Summer. It's very helpful and the visual makes it so much easier to understand.

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

I always find visuals "soak in" more.... (every pun intended) :)

@DominoChild 4 жыл бұрын

I wholeheartedly agree. Never knew about the over watering piece with leftover water in the base cup.

@antonietabueno4770 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely true

@evansmboya9252 3 жыл бұрын

Very true

@TanyerLamb 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously! I couldn't find anything demonstrative, just vague instructions.

@nl9665 4 жыл бұрын

I just love how you take up your little notebook to read out all the handwritten comments and questions from other viewers. That's just something very refreshing and down-to-earth to do in times of other digital advices that you could use. I like!

@NA-yq4pe 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to see a video on what different light conditions look like/mean! I always read bright indirect light, medium light etc but have no idea what that means exactly

@Myth8Anthropology 3 жыл бұрын

I think that's episode 118, the first of Summer's back to basics series.

@ROlson-dx2jc Жыл бұрын

There is a channel called "House Plant Journal" on KZfaq, he really explains light well. Very informative and scientific.

@slightlycrummy 5 жыл бұрын

I can't say enough how much I love the more scientific approach you give in all of your videos. I have such a hard time when I'm looking up care tips for a new type of plant and videos come up with suggestions like "I've never fertilized this plant and I don't really know how much light it gets but it does great in this area of my house!" I feel no shame that I just watched 30 minutes about plant watering! I learned stuff and I've been keeping plants for years!

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Amanda, thank you so much for your thoughtful response! Very pleased that you gain insight from these videos. I enjoy making them educational and pleased you approve!

@salpon 3 жыл бұрын

I would not rely on this woman for a scientific approach. She seems very anti-science.

@slightlycrummy 3 жыл бұрын

@@salpon hello! I'm not trying to create any confrontation at all, but I did want to mention that Summer did study ecology and entomology at Cornell so I would be inclined to believe that she's a bit scientifically minded.

@salpon 3 жыл бұрын

@@slightlycrummy That's a shame. I hate seeing well educated people reject scientific consensus on topics they have a personal bias towards.

@slightlycrummy 3 жыл бұрын

@@salpon I'm not sure where this is coming from or why it's on a comment I made on a KZfaq video a year ago but okay! As long as we all do our own critical thinking I don't think the topic of watering houseplants will create any great harm to the scientific community

@GamingGeeseDnDLivePresents 5 жыл бұрын

Some of my plants had been suffering from not enough water because I was scared of over watering, so glad you released this when you did :)

@jerrywhidby. 5 жыл бұрын

Oversized pots can also be a problem. There aren't enough roots to soak up the extra moisture, so the soil doesn't dry out.

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

Great additional tip!

@agegraciously6926 3 жыл бұрын

oh my goodness! Thank you so much for this tip, I keep on wondering why small plants must be on a small pots while they could jst plant it in a bigger pots right away, to skip the hassle of repotting. 😂😂😂 Now know why 😆

@jerrywhidby. 3 жыл бұрын

@@agegraciously6926 you're welcome. It is also bad to put rocks in the bottom of your pots. Gravity will only pish so much water out of the soil. The very bottom of the soil will stay wet. You move that water line up when you add rocks. This can cause root rot, because your plant is sitting in water.

@jericonaguit6240 3 жыл бұрын

Never thought of that! Must be the reason my philodendron died ugh

@jerrycannon6940 3 жыл бұрын

This will cause the plant to die. Roots will drown bc they won't have enough oxygen to breathe in.

@petercardona1559 5 жыл бұрын

The Queen has spoken! 👑👩🌱 I just ran 6 blocks & up 4 flights of stairs to bust some myths and settle to a plant debate once and for all. Summer Rayne has clarified the law of the land on watering! 👍

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

And thanks for your question!

@softerhugs 5 жыл бұрын

U need a Netflix show or some documentary

@alex0589 5 жыл бұрын

"Distilled Rayne with Summer Oakes"

@jsalvame 5 жыл бұрын

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@alex0589 5 жыл бұрын

"Heart of Oakes, With Summer Rayne"

@alex0589 5 жыл бұрын

"Today on 'Storms make the Oakes grow deeper roots, with Summer Rayne', we learn about not killing plants"

@alex0589 5 жыл бұрын

"Tall Oakes and heavy Rayne, the ultimate guide to make your plants love you"

@tamrinfeldman6591 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely adore the fact that you use a hard-cover notebook to write-down and read your various questions 🤗 Thank you for sharing your knowledge so that we can bring more of Mother Nature into our homes 💜

@xdazamx 5 жыл бұрын

You probably already know this, but to be safe, I'll mention it. Solely drinking distilled water for long periods of time can eventually can lead health disorders due to mineral leaching through osmosis. Harder/mineral water is better for one's health and for me, tastes better :P. In any case, great information and clear presentation - as always :)

@fitnesswithsimone 3 жыл бұрын

I’m just in love with the pothos climbing up the ladder in the back 😍😍😍

@giselleluna1100 5 жыл бұрын

You’re a savior to everyone including myself; we love our plants but can’t figure out what we’re doing wrong. Thanks for enlightening us and explaining everything so effortlessly! Summer 💚

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Thank you for saying so and for tuning in!

@katewamsley9560 5 жыл бұрын

5:03 ::record scratch:: distilled water is not good for the human body to drink 😬 - love, chemist

@angelmartin7310 4 жыл бұрын

That is bullshit.

@azzzonline 4 жыл бұрын

@@angelmartin7310 distilled water is not good for humans to drink, if one is fasting as the good minerals have also been removed. BUT... overall distilled water is not dangerous for humans to drink.

@angelmartin7310 4 жыл бұрын

@@azzzonline false. The purpose of water is to flush the system of toxins and waste products. Water hungriest for chemical bonds will do this most effectively. You don't want water to add things to your body, you want it to flush things out of your body, it's a solvent. I've drank it exclusively for 4 years now and it totally changed my health.

@angelmartin7310 4 жыл бұрын

@@n1west No, she just didnt fall for the WHO disinformation you fell for.

@armindevilla8257 4 жыл бұрын

@@angelmartin7310 do you know what osmosis is? because it seems you had no boilogy class

@55hikky 2 жыл бұрын

This channel is by far the most educational, to-the-point, thorough, and without any fluff-and-filler channel on growing plants of all the planting yt channels I've seen

@jessicapalitza 4 жыл бұрын

watching this video for the first time, I really have to appreciate how informational and in depth this video is. It's detailed but not boring. I commend you on your obvious passion for caring for plants and educating your viewers! Also the script and the editing are utterly beautiful. I've decided you're my favorite person on youtube :) thank you

@44doubledouble 5 жыл бұрын

The new bible of watering 101 🙌🏽 Also when you said you grew up in NEPA and now live in the city my heart melted because it felt like home.

@1HARMONICLIFE 4 жыл бұрын

Finding your channel is literally a blessing! I'm a new Plant Mom, & there's sooooo much for me to learn. I never knew growing plants was THIS intense, but I love learning the science behind it all. Thank you so much for the time & effort you put into these videos. I'm going to finish binge watching now!! LOL!

@carlacervantes1077 Жыл бұрын

The example of moist vs soggy soil was extremely helpful!

@anthonynohmy3589 3 жыл бұрын

I have been on KZfaq for almost a month now looking for a good a credible source to expand my knowledge of house plants and I am so happy that I found your channel! You are so well spoken and give factual advise that is not only helpful but motivating! Thank you so much for putting these videos up. Myself and my plants appreciate you.

@sallyhenry1716 5 жыл бұрын

Nothing like being schooled by Summer! WOW this has to be the most thorough video I've seen on watering! I feel more confident and comfortable after watching this ! I thank you and so do my plants🌿 lol😄

@SuperOhsarah 5 жыл бұрын

I'm a helicopter plant mom and I am a classic over waterer🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️ lol

@pauoel 4 жыл бұрын

Same here! Plants dont wanna be worried too much over. Like children.

@Radiant47 4 жыл бұрын

I love your page and I’m going to start on your houseplant master class! I’ve been working with plants for three years now and it’s changed my life. I now have 57 plants and moving to a south facing patio and windows! Exciting. Can you upload more about small apartments and a lot of plants? Does veggie plants attract more bugs?

@misspip6512 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve been daydreaming of a video like this, thanks so much for all the work you share. 💚

@treygreenleaf7878 4 жыл бұрын

I literally learned so much about the world and my health by watching a nice lady talk about watering plants. You're freaking brilliant and awesome!

@charayathach112 5 жыл бұрын

AMAZING VIDEO!! I watched it twice. I’m a new plant mom and your videos are so easy to follow. Thank 🙏🏽

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

very pleased that you're getting some solid information here! Thanks for tuning in (and twice!)

@evanpseudo5684 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best plant channels on youtube. Every episode is very well explained in details.Very soothing to watch.

@goddess131 5 жыл бұрын

hi Summer thank you for this very well done video, love the graphics and visuals you put in this.

@bonamanaification 4 жыл бұрын

When you’re from Scotland and blessed with clean tap water

@sum1834 3 жыл бұрын

@Dog omg nooo what

@tracyford1584 3 жыл бұрын

Good For You😭😭😭😭

@tracyford1584 3 жыл бұрын

Y’all*

@audioman6007 3 жыл бұрын

Ya also blessed with rain, cold weather and not much sun.

@justbelieve4258 3 жыл бұрын

I am from East Anglia and am cursed by hard water

@drakenfolk 5 жыл бұрын

I have a lot of spider plants with brown, dry tips. I always wondered why they have them, because I water enough and spray them regularly. Now I learned that it may actually be my water that's the problem! We have pretty hard water with a lot of minerals in it. So this may be the reason they have those dry tips, from too much minerals? Really interesting, thank you so much! :)

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

Very pleased this can potentially help you troubleshoot the issue. I find diagnosing plants is a lot of process of elimination.

@benjamintogel4215 5 жыл бұрын

hey summer, thank you for this 101 series, they’re really great and even I know a lot about plants I love to watch your videos to dive even deeper into plant care. actually, when I water my plants I leave them on the saucer to soak up the water. if the water is still in the saucer after about a couple hours, I will of course toss it into the sink (to avoid overwatering). I do this with all my plants (except my gasterias) and all really do thrive :)

@hampton659 5 жыл бұрын

That was a very informative, and much needed video. Thank you for making such a thorough video! My plants appreciate it!

@juula9469 5 жыл бұрын

With succulents, especially in winter, I do not recommend waterin throughoutly because they will start rotting. If you have a lot of warm sun exposure you can, but if you dont have very bright days or just not that much sun exsposurex I give mine a teaspoon to a tablespoon a week, when its warmer, more often.

@andomoarigato 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for answering my question regarding the Brita/drinking water filters! Another informative and thorough video as always

@4and20blackbirdsbakedinapi6 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another fantastic lesson on plant care. I love how educational your little docs are, and how you do not dumb anything down or sound condescending. I appreciate how matter-of-fact you are with your delivery, and how simply scientific you are with your little lectures. How effective are water globes with watering plants when a person leaves on vacation? I have several of those and am tempted to use them. Thank you again.

@giorgethomas 5 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, I so needed those tips on air plants. I’ve given up on them but now I can see I haven’t been drying them off quick enough. Time to give them another go I think!

@MatthewEncina 3 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful. Thank you!

@l.Cryystalnature.H.E333 2 жыл бұрын

I do have a question? Do you have a recommendation keeping abundance flow for business! what plants are good for? Thank you...

@HotgyalB 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking this time to explain taking care of house plants. You answered all my questions and more. This was so much appreciated😄

@ZeeAyy 5 жыл бұрын

This video has taught me so much as a beginner. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! Love from Malaysia 🇲🇾

@Emuepic 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe I didn't know about your channel!! so helpful!! I need to binge everything. :)

@slaybells3972 5 жыл бұрын

This was everything I needed.. thanks so much. I love how educational your videos are.

@almahullman7390 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent. You answered questions I didn't even know I should be asking! Thank you.

@readmore2019 3 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say... the production of the whole series is sooo good 😍😍

@raquelsporing4773 5 жыл бұрын

I really liked this. You answered so many questions. Thank you so much!

@Mullackal 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your awesome informative episodes Summer Rain. Thank you. All the best!!

@jg2923 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing us how to look up our water quality. I was shocked at how many contaminants are in my city’s water. Great info on caring for plants! Love your channel!

@lindseyannliebert5260 5 жыл бұрын

This is like a cooking show! I love this!

@QteaTheSwag 5 жыл бұрын

I love your videos probably too much. Found you a few days ago and I can’t get over the quality of your videos

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

Very pleased you enjoy them and appreciate the quality. I always wonder whether quality matters for people here on KZfaq.

@inerlogic 4 жыл бұрын

I fill my fish tanks with water through a Zero Water filter.... and i drain the "used" fishtank water into gallon jugs, and use that to water my plants.... It actually cools down to room temperature.... and the fish help with fertilizer

@yuske05 4 жыл бұрын

my mother does that. it's pretty legit. plants love it

@richardtaylor3471 4 жыл бұрын

might be a silly question but is there a lot of ammonia in the water then from the fish poo? And if so, do plants like that?

@24gr87 4 жыл бұрын

@@richardtaylor3471 in some country they grow veggie in the lake, its help control amonia level for the fish to live. Some people called this aquaponic

@PatriciaAnnLewisMacDougall 4 жыл бұрын

@@richardtaylor3471: It depends on the fish you keep. Goldfish for example are messy and need more water changes than fish such as paradise fish. If you are concerned about the amount of ammonia build up in your tank water, keep an eye on it by using an ammonia indicator. Once the indicator changes ever so slightly, do a water change and use that for watering plants. Very slight ammonia levels won't harm your plants.

@salpon 3 жыл бұрын

@@richardtaylor3471 Aquariums should not have much if any ammonia which is harmful to fish. The filter should turn it into nitrates.

@lea856 5 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel a week ago and I love it thus far! You are so knowledgeable 💚🌿🌿🌿 thank you for teaching us!

@iddybiddyladybugleeza262 5 жыл бұрын

I almost forgot about my air plants 🤦🏻‍♀️ I always look forward to your knowledge 💚🌿

@sirescobar90 4 жыл бұрын

just amazing. the best plant channel i came across. thank you

@miao2572 5 жыл бұрын

I have a couple of plants in clear containers and I noticed that water will travel in the easiest path towards the bottom. This can result in patches of dry soil even when water comes out of the hole. It’s important to drench the pot several times depending on the medium to make sure all the soil is wet. It also helps to water them from the top inside a high wall container and let the pot sit in water for a few minutes

@kropka8259 5 жыл бұрын

Love your videos Summer! The way you give all the information is so easy to take in and remember. I've learned so much from you. Thank you

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

Very pleased you're enjoying. Thanks for tuning in!

@ninjatrtlsrul Жыл бұрын

Hey Summer! I LOVE your videos. Wish I found these years ago, because I killed a lot of plants learning the hard way, LOL. I have a watering tip I thought I would share! I have 44 houseplants at the moment and I have had as many as 70 I think. I always water my plants in the kitchen sink so I can be sure to water all of the surface area in the pots, and then I can let the water completely drain out before returning it back to its home in the house. I also place a large towel on the counter next to the sink where I place the pots after watering to catch any remaining water drops left in the pot. Sometimes it takes me an hour to do water all of them, but they all stay nice and hydrated, and it is very rare now that I have a plant die on me now! I hope that helps anyone who is concerned with under or over-watering their plants :)

@anhphan1809 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you!

@char26104 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to help us understand!!

@Oliver-ni8kr 5 жыл бұрын

I just bought a few plants today and this video was really helpful😊

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

thrilled! Thanks for tuning in.

@alex0589 5 жыл бұрын

**Slowly opens the door, gestures to come inside** "Welcome, abandon all -hope- money, ye who enter here"

@Kapuzenpulli13 5 жыл бұрын

So, so helpful. I learned so much from this video. I will definitely rewatch it later tonight and take notes!

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

Very glad it's useful for you!

@hannahjackhalcro3848 4 жыл бұрын

You have an apartment like THAT? IN NEW YORK?????

@sage5915 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Summer, this video is helpful. And I love your dress with the leaf belt.

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

@stellasifaki2912 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! Excellent job! Thank you so much for all these precious advice!

@shaunrussell4558 5 жыл бұрын

These videos are simply incredible 😅🙏🏻🙏🏻.... I really love your attention to details and insights!! Thank You for all the efforts you’re putting into these truly beautiful videos! There is such a world of information to know about each type of plant 🌱 and you deliver it really well!! I can’t wait to learn more🙏🏻🤗🌻

@jenniferhazell9488 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Summer for the informative tips on watering this is great to know much appreciated, thanks for taking the time to do this 🥰

@lrrcew 4 жыл бұрын

Super helpful as always! Thank you for the great tips and visual demonstrations..... perfect.

@jeanneamato8278 4 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful! Or as we say in New England , ‘Wicked’ Helpful. We have under floor heat in our conservatory so in winter I keep containers of water on the floor to warm up.

@TSurtX-jl4zw 5 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this video very much. I'm a newstarter with plants and your detailed information was very helpful, thank you so much! br from Austria 😀

@TiffsAmazingGrays 5 жыл бұрын

This was such a great video. Thank you!!!

@trevormcmanis 5 жыл бұрын

Incredibly well spoken.... 👍🏻👍🏻

@LeafyConversations 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your wonderful teaching videos!!!

@jeganka 3 жыл бұрын

just started getting into plants, had no idea how relaxing they are to have around.

@Big_Daddy8 2 жыл бұрын

I recently followed your Chanel and I admire the Information, style etc you presented, thank you very much!

@k700i 5 жыл бұрын

I have some water bottles with holes on their covers and mimics rain water too 💖 thank you and love all your watering for your hacks

@elizabetholivas5781 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all this awesome information. I now see why I have been losing some plants. I love air plants, but soon lose them to bad watering methods.

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

Pleased this could be of help

@shaunrussell4558 5 жыл бұрын

Me too!! Now I see how important it is to air them dry after soaking them😅👍... thanks for covering SO much in this video, I think I’ll rewatch it just Incase I missed anything essential!!

@milkisobel 2 жыл бұрын

ok this was the video i was looking for for ages ! thank you

@Kidnappedfaerie 4 жыл бұрын

I love how she's reading a comment from a book 😂😂😂

@Gochoubong 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Summer for this really informative video!

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@shibba24 4 жыл бұрын

I love your channel. Thanks for all the information....you're awesome Summer!

@mariafbarros5503 Жыл бұрын

Excellent explanation!! Very instructional!

@aviaja2008 4 жыл бұрын

This Plant Channel is the best informative channel on KZfaq in my opinion. Summer Rayne Oakes share the 1st place with Plantarina and Miss Orchid Girl and Joy Us Garden who all have been generous with their expertise. The other Plant KZfaqrs are showier/entertaining and not to forget often very charming. I bet there are more Plant Experts on KZfaq I have yet to discover. I truly appreciate them all. The plant, the art and the animal channels on youtube are the most uplifting, kind and the most rewarding communities in my opinion.

@jessymagadanz9659 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your video. I learned a LOT from this. It's very hard to find demonstrative plant knowledge that applies to beginners and gives the visuals to support the advice. Me and my plants thank you!

@aishabegum9192 5 жыл бұрын

Super video can't wait for your next video thanks Summer

@aliortiz4222 4 жыл бұрын

You’re videos so wonderful! Thank you for sharing your wisdom ☺️

@amandarachelle13 5 жыл бұрын

Best watering video ever! Thank you so much! PS you looked lovely in this video :)

@TheFlorevalentineb 4 жыл бұрын

This really is a complete explanation video THANK YOU

@piccadilly171 4 жыл бұрын

I live and work in Riyadh and have some sun-loving plants on my window sill but the soil can become over-dry in between watering so that when it is time to water it runs right through and the soil doesn't have the ability to soak or retain. I try to counter this by using a watering can with fine rose (very small holes) and I also make a mental note of how heavy my pots feel if the soil retains water (and how light they feel when in need of water). LOVE your videos by the way! Love, love, love them! Thank you oh ye plant whisperer xxx

@moody8186 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Very helpful video on watering techniques.

@LuthienNightwolf 5 жыл бұрын

This series could not have come at a better time. My fiancee and I have recently been bitten by the plant bug and we've been buying plants like crazy. I don't have the best track record with keeping plants alive and this is helping me learn why! Thank you for explaining things in a way that's easy to understand and telling us why something is good or bad instead of just saying "do this, don't do that", it really helps narrow down the best ways to take care of all our new plant babies. :)

@mamazanderson1217 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these helpful tips. I will undo some habits that you commented on cos I didn't realise about leaving the excess water in the base. Tap water and watering in one area on plant. Definitely will improve on this.

@rosalyndixon543 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Summer, this is so very helpful.

@sonny5068 5 жыл бұрын

This is very helpful, thank you!

@TrebleWing 3 жыл бұрын

Really nice video. Greatly paced, good separation of sections, and concise clear explanations/demonstrations.

@StaceyHerewegrowagain 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Summer🐞 I love the knowledge you share!

@summerrayneoakes 5 жыл бұрын

glad you enjoy.

@kathygilbreath6073 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video!! Thanks for sharing 💚

@rainydaydoll 5 жыл бұрын

new sub here, thank you so much for your channel, i love how informative you are, and how you explain every term. even something like explaining what logarithms are in context to watering is super helpful! long informational vids usually bore me but your uploads are so modern and condensed well that i really enjoyed the longer lengths and i actually wish they were longer!

@musclemanawesomeness5550 2 жыл бұрын

many of my plants are on risers. and I place the water trays on the floor beneath them. This way my plants are never sitting in water because when I water them thoroughly, the water falls to the tray about 6" -8" beneath the pot . And I often leave the water in the tray to provide some additional humidity to the local area as well. It also give me an idea of how the water in my soil is evaporating as well.