Plant Care Guides for Self-Watering Pots
1. Money Plant (Marble Queen / Golden / N’Joy)
- Light: Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight.
- Water: Fill the water reservoir and let the plant absorb for about 1 week. Refill only after the reservoir is empty.
- Humidity: Thrives in high humidity. Mist regularly.
- Temperature: 15–30°C
- Fertilizer: Once a month during the growing season
2. Aralia Green Plant
- Light: Bright, indirect light or partial shade
- Water: Absorb water for about 1 week, refill after emptying
- Humidity: High humidity preferred. Mist occasionally
- Temperature: 15–25°C
- Fertilizer: Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly
3. Marginata Plant
- Light: Bright, indirect light (can tolerate lower light)
- Water: Absorb water for about 1 week, refill after emptying
- Humidity: Moderate humidity. Mist occasionally
- Temperature: 18–25°C
- Fertilizer: Monthly
4. Lady Palm
- Light: Bright, indirect light
- Water: Absorb water for about 1 week, refill after emptying
- Humidity: Prefers higher humidity. Mist regularly
- Temperature: 15–25°C
- Fertilizer: Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly
(…repeat similar simplified format for other plants like Croton Gold Dust, Philodendron, Sansevieria, Aglaonema, Dracaena, Bamboo, Agave, Rubber Plant, Jade Plant, Phoenix Palm, Areca Palm…)
General Self-Watering Tips
- Do Not Overfill: Always let the reservoir empty before refilling to prevent root rot.
- Check Water Levels Regularly: Usually every 1–2 weeks, depending on the plant type.
- Adjust Seasonally: Reduce watering in winter; plants need less water.
🌿 What is Fertilizer?
Fertilizer is a natural or synthetic substance added to soil or plants to provide essential nutrients that support healthy growth, strong roots, vibrant leaves, and abundant flowers or fruits.
Key Nutrients in Fertilizers:
- Nitrogen (N): Promotes leaf and stem growth, essential for photosynthesis
- Phosphorus (P): Boosts root development, flowering, and fruiting
- Potassium (K): Enhances overall plant health, disease resistance, and water regulation
- Other nutrients: Calcium, Magnesium, Sulfur, and trace elements like Iron, Zinc, Copper, Molybdenum, Boron
Types of Fertilizers
1. Organic Fertilizers: Derived from natural sources
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- Compost, manure, bone meal, fish emulsion
2. Synthetic Fertilizers: Chemically produced
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- Granular fertilizers, liquid fertilizers, slow-release fertilizers
Fertilizer Forms
- Granular: Dry pellets applied to soil surface or mixed in
- Liquid: Concentrated solution diluted with water and applied to soil or leaves
- Slow-release: Nutrients release gradually over time for less frequent application
Application Tips
- Follow Instructions: Use recommended quantity; over-fertilizing can harm plants
- Timing: Apply during active growth, not during dormancy
- Method: Distribute evenly; water after granular application to allow nutrients to reach roots
✅ Using the right type and amount of fertilizer ensures your plants grow healthy, strong, and productive.