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title: "I am new to planting. I just bought a naked root pot and I was…"
description: "I am new to planting. I just bought a naked root pot and I was wondering how long do I keep my plant in the water before I pour it out? Also why is all of my…"
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author: "Mai"
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# I am new to planting. I just bought a naked root pot and I was…

_Posted by Mai on 2026-03-28_

I am new to planting. I just bought a naked root pot and I was wondering how long do I keep my plant in the water before I pour it out? Also why is all of my plants soil molding on top? I put them in the pots twoish weeks ago.

## 2 comments

### JR commented on 2026-04-05

I’m not sure about the pots. (Not a fan of self watering pots for most plants). But as far as the molding, do you have good airflow/ lighting? My problem is very little airflow and I get mold on top of my soil. You could also try mixing some cinnamon in the top bit of soil. Cinnamon is a natural antifungal

#### Mai replied on 2026-04-05

Thank you. I mixed cinnamon and haven’t seen mold since.

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