Should we leave the water in the saucer ?

Every detail counts and nothing should be left to chance so that it can develop and remain healthy.

Regarding watering, you can refer to our article on this subject How to properly water your indoor plants, which will detail all the tips to apply to ensure the well-being of your plants. Here we will focus on a fundamental question concerning watering and to which you have certainly heard contradictory answers. Should you or should you not leave the water in the saucer after watering your plant?

The answer is no! And it’s actually the best way to drown your plant.

In fact, the roots should never be in contact with water, and contrary to popular belief, they cannot drink stagnant water indefinitely and are very fragile. So take the time to empty the water from your plant's saucer after each watering.

To put it simply, when you see water in the saucer after watering your plant, it actually means that it has drunk enough.

In summer, if it is really dry and hot, you can always let the water stagnate in the saucer for about thirty minutes after watering your plant. But after this time, be sure to remove the excess water in the saucer to prevent the roots from rotting.

So keep in mind that most plants do not tolerate permanently soggy soil. An empty saucer of water after watering is therefore a reliable way to keep your plant healthy!