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title: "My peacock plant hasn’t been doing well these days. I’ve pruned the…"
description: "My peacock plant hasn’t been doing well these days. I’ve pruned the sick leaves. Please advise how often and for how much time should I bottom water it."
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/reGnX7K3StqCfipC4Gtt2w/kDzWN7lGTcyB4fw4XQIGCw"
community: "Plant Pro Tips"
author: "Neha Hood"
published: "2024-05-09T22:46:46.341663Z"
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# My peacock plant hasn’t been doing well these days. I’ve pruned the…

_Posted by Neha Hood on 2024-05-09_

My peacock plant hasn’t been doing well these days. I’ve pruned the sick leaves.  
Please advise how often and for how much time should I bottom water it.

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## 4 comments

### Planta member commented on 2024-05-09

When u bottom water leave it until the top layer of soil feels wet or moist , in my experience it usually takes close to an hour but it depends.

#### Neha Hood replied on 2024-05-09

Thank you! How often do you suggest that should be done?

#### Planta member replied on 2024-05-10

It’s safest to wait until soil is 50% dry , it depends on ur pot and where it is, yours looks quite large so maybe it’ll take around 2 weeks , but to be safe just check every week and if it’s dry it’s good to water

#### Neha Hood replied on 2024-05-11

Thank you! 😊

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