I say wait for windows to shut. I also say that because the pearls still look full and plump in pic too. What I’ve learned from this sub is even though soil is dry, the plant itself can still hold water, so wait for clues such as the windows to close or for the pearls to appear less taut.
ConversationLoose502
I would go with what the plant it telling you, it knows what it needs best.
WinningD
Thanks guys! I will keep watching those windows. 🙂
Tabula_Nada
Those moisture meters are really meant more for regular houseplants that need water more frequently. When the pearls start shrinking and the windows start closing, you can water.
I wouldn’t bother with a moisture meter for any houseplant. Even if they’re accurate, all they can tell you is how dry the soil is. That is not always directly related to the thirst of a plant. You need to learn the signs a plant shows as it uses its water reserves and needs to replenish. Typically this is when the plant becomes less turgid/firm through the plant and the leaves become thinner.
bstrashlactica
I don’t water my strings until I see wrinkles, even if the windows have closed.
IAmTakingThoseApples
Personally, these guys are so fickle about overwatering but absolutely can withstand a bout of drought, don’t water until the soil is completely dry through and even then if you want to be extra cautious, wait until it shows visible signs of dehydration like any other succulent.
You won’t kill it by not watering enough but you absolutely will by overanalyzing the watering schedule and causing too much moisture
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Definitely go off what the plant is telling you.
I say wait for windows to shut. I also say that because the pearls still look full and plump in pic too. What I’ve learned from this sub is even though soil is dry, the plant itself can still hold water, so wait for clues such as the windows to close or for the pearls to appear less taut.
I would go with what the plant it telling you, it knows what it needs best.
Thanks guys! I will keep watching those windows. 🙂
Those moisture meters are really meant more for regular houseplants that need water more frequently. When the pearls start shrinking and the windows start closing, you can water.
Don’t use the windows shutting to determine watering for these guys. This post is very helpful. https://www.reddit.com/r/houseplants/s/DuEnPjKK5r
I wouldn’t bother with a moisture meter for any houseplant. Even if they’re accurate, all they can tell you is how dry the soil is. That is not always directly related to the thirst of a plant. You need to learn the signs a plant shows as it uses its water reserves and needs to replenish. Typically this is when the plant becomes less turgid/firm through the plant and the leaves become thinner.
I don’t water my strings until I see wrinkles, even if the windows have closed.
Personally, these guys are so fickle about overwatering but absolutely can withstand a bout of drought, don’t water until the soil is completely dry through and even then if you want to be extra cautious, wait until it shows visible signs of dehydration like any other succulent.
You won’t kill it by not watering enough but you absolutely will by overanalyzing the watering schedule and causing too much moisture