Plant Watering Calculator

Calculate the optimal watering schedule and amount for your houseplants.

Plant Details

Environment

Water Every

5 days

For your Tropical (Monstera, Pothos)

Water Amount

689 ml

2.91 cups

Per Watering

23.3 oz

fluid ounces

Times/Month

6.0

waterings

Monthly Water

4.13 L

liters total

Watering Tips

  • Water when top inch of soil is dry

Overwatering Signs

  • - Yellow leaves
  • - Mushy stems
  • - Fungus gnats
  • - Mold on soil

Underwatering Signs

  • - Wilting
  • - Brown leaf edges
  • - Dry, cracked soil
  • - Slow growth

General Watering Guidelines

Best Practices

  • - Water in the morning
  • - Use room temperature water
  • - Water the soil, not leaves
  • - Ensure drainage holes exist

Check Before Watering

  • - Finger test: 1" deep dry = water
  • - Lift the pot: light = needs water
  • - Use a moisture meter
  • - Look at leaf condition

Water Quality

  • - Let tap water sit 24hrs (chlorine)
  • - Rainwater is ideal
  • - Avoid softened water
  • - Some plants need distilled water