How to water Amazonian Elephant's Ear

How to water

Feel the soil: the top layer (about 1 inch) should be dry before giving more water. If the soil is still wet, you risk giving the plant too much water and it can rot. There are several ways to water Amazonian Elephant's Ears. Choose a way that suits you the best.

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Water over the soil

Pour water over the soil, using, for example, a watering can or put the plant directly under a tap
Continue adding water to the pot until it starts to run out from the drainage holes
If you have a tray under the pot when watering, make sure you remove all the collected water afterwards - never let your plant sit in water
If you watered under a tap make sure that water has stopped running out from the bottom before putting it back

Never ever overwater an Amazonian Elephant’s Ear, they hate it! Always allow top soil to dry out slightly between waterings and you should be on the safe side!
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Bottom watering

Fill the plant tray with water
Make sure the soil is in contact with the water on the tray
Wait for about 10 minutes
Feel the soil to see if it absorbed enough water —> if the soil is moist throughout, remove any excess water from the tray
If it’s still dry —> add more water to the tray
Wait 20 more minutes before removing the excess

Note

Bottom watering will not wash away salts and other minerals from the soil, so make sure to also give water over the soil every now and then.

Water bath

Fill a bucket or any other vessel with lukewarm water
Lower the whole pot down in the water, stop where the stem of the plant starts. Make sure all of the soil is under water
The water will now start to bubble - wait until it stopped
Lift the pot up and let the excess drain off
Put your plant back in the cachepot or on the tray
After 1 hour, check that your plant isn’t standing in water, if it is it might get overwatered and rot

Always make sure that your Amazonian Elephant’s Ear is planted in a pot with holes, so that excess water can run out.
— Planta tip

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How do I know when to water my Amazonian Elephant's Ear?

You should water your Amazonian Elephant's Ear when the top layer of soil, about 1 inch deep, feels dry to the touch. Watering while the soil is still wet can lead to rot.

What happens if I overwater my Amazonian Elephant's Ear?

If you overwater your Amazonian Elephant's Ear, especially if the soil remains wet, there is a risk of the plant developing rot. These plants do not tolerate being waterlogged.

What are different methods to water an Amazonian Elephant's Ear?

You can water your Amazonian Elephant's Ear by pouring water over the soil, using a bottom watering technique, or giving it a water bath. Always ensure the pot has drainage holes regardless of the method.

Is bottom watering sufficient for my Amazonian Elephant's Ear?

While bottom watering is effective, it does not wash away salts and other minerals from the soil. It is important to also water over the soil occasionally to help flush out these mineral buildups.

How to Water an Amazonian Elephant's Ear

Feel the top inch of soil to ensure it is dry before watering your plant.

Pour water over the soil using a watering can or place the pot under a tap.

Continue adding water until it starts to run out from the pot's drainage holes.

If you use a tray under the pot, make sure to remove all collected water immediately after watering.

Always ensure your Amazonian Elephant's Ear is planted in a pot with drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.