How to water Michaelmas daisies? Learn the correct watering method

1. Its water requirements

This plant prefers a moist environment. However, it does have some tolerance for drought. Still, going without water for a long time is certainly not acceptable. Also, it must not be too wet to the point of waterlogging. The reason is simple: too much accumulated water easily causes root rot.

2. Principles to follow

Overall, the principle is "water when dry, keep dry between waterings." In plain terms, wait until the potting soil has dried out thoroughly enough before watering. If it has not dried out yet, you can hold off on watering for now. Also, when you do water, water thoroughly. This is done both to prevent overwatering that leads to root rot and to avoid dampness triggering pests and diseases.

3. Watering at specific stages

(1) During its period of vigorous growth, specifically the two seasons of spring and summer. At this stage, you can water more, because its water demand is correspondingly greater.

(2) In autumn, because it is relatively dry, you also need to water more. Not only in autumn, but also at other relatively dry times, you can water more.

(3) Before winter arrives, we need to give it one freezing-water watering. This is done to ensure it gets through winter safely. During the rest of winter, the plant's growth generally slows down, so its water demand drops. In that case, not watering at all is fine.

4. Points to note

Summer may fall in the rainy season, and the rain can be very sudden and heavy. At such times, if it has been rained on, you can water a bit less. However, when the rain is very heavy, it is no longer suitable to leave it outside. Move it away promptly to avoid excessive accumulated water.