A popular TikTok gardener has warned that a common watering mistake could be harming potted plants. Joe, who runs the account Joesgarden (@joesgarden) with over 1.5 million followers, advises against watering plants from above.
According to Joe, watering from the top may not effectively reach the roots, causing water to pool on the surface instead. He recommends placing the pot in a tray or container filled with water, allowing moisture to seep up through the drainage holes for even hydration.
For larger pots that cannot be submerged, Joe suggests placing a smaller empty pot inside the larger one alongside the plant. Water poured into the smaller pot will gradually seep through its drainage holes to reach the roots.
Commenters praised the advice, with one saying it was “actually so helpful” and another admitting they had changed their watering habits after watching the video.
