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title: "How to Water Your Satin Pothos Plant"
description: "Learn the best way to water your Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus). Discover how to know when to water, how to prevent overwatering, and different watering techniques."
url: "https://getplanta.com/discover/watering/satinpothos"
published: "2025-11-20T08:44:35.705Z"
modified: "2026-10-06T10:02:02.295Z"
author: "Planta"
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# How to Water Your Satin Pothos Plant

## How to water

Satin pothos plants are sensitive to water, and they do best when you let their soil dry out between waterings. About 2 inches of the soil should be dry before you give it more water.

**If the soil is wet - snooze this action, we will remind you again in 2 days.**

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## Water over the soil

1. Pour water over the soil, using, for example, a watering can or put the plant directly under a tap
2. Continue adding water to the pot until it starts to run out from the drainage holes
3. 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
4. If you watered under a tap make sure that water has stopped running out from the bottom before putting it back

> Too much water can cause the roots to rot, brown/black spots on the leaves can appear and the whole plant can collapse.  
> — Planta tip

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## Bottom watering

1. Fill the plant tray with water
2. Make sure the soil is in contact with the water on the tray
3. Wait for about 10 minutes
4. Feel the soil to see if it absorbed enough water —> if the soil is moist throughout, remove any excess water from the tray
5. If it’s still dry —> add more water to the tray
6. 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

1. Fill a bucket or any other vessel with lukewarm water
2. 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
3. The water will now start to bubble - wait until it stopped
4. Lift the pot up and let the excess drain off
5. Put your Satin pothos back in the cachepot or on the tray
6. After 1 hour, check that your plant isn’t standing in water, if it is it might get overwatered and rot

## 자주 묻는 질문

### How often should I water my Satin Pothos?

Water your Satin Pothos when the top 2 inches of its soil feel dry to the touch. If the soil is still wet, it is best to wait a couple more days before watering again.

### What are the signs of overwatering a Satin Pothos?

Overwatering a Satin Pothos can cause root rot, lead to brown or black spots appearing on the leaves, and may even cause the entire plant to collapse. It is important to let the soil dry out between waterings.

### Can I water my Satin Pothos from the bottom?

Yes, bottom watering is an option. Fill the plant tray with water, ensuring the soil is in contact with the water, and let it sit for about 10 minutes. If the soil is still dry, add more water and wait another 20 minutes before removing any excess. Remember to occasionally water over the soil to flush out mineral buildup.

### How do I perform a water bath for my Satin Pothos?

To give your Satin Pothos a water bath, fill a bucket with lukewarm water and lower the entire pot into it until the stem starts, making sure all soil is submerged. Wait until the water stops bubbling, then lift the pot to let the excess water drain off. After an hour, check to ensure your plant is not sitting in water.

### How do I know when my Satin Pothos needs water?

You can tell your Satin Pothos needs water when the top 2 inches of its soil have become dry. Simply feel the soil with your finger to check its moisture level.

## How to water a Satin Pothos over the soil

1. Pour water over the soil, using a watering can or by placing the plant directly under a tap.
2. Continue adding water to the pot until you see it begin to run out from the drainage holes at the bottom.
3. If you have a tray under the pot, make sure to remove all the collected water immediately afterward to prevent your plant from sitting in it.
4. If you watered under a tap, ensure that water has completely stopped running out from the bottom before returning the plant to its usual spot.

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