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How to Improve Drainage in Plant Pots, The Proper Way to Do It!

herb plant in a pot watering draining excess water

When growing plants in pots, it’s sometimes necessary to increase drainage because some plants are sensitive to excessive moisture around their root zone, and stagnant water at the bottom of the pot can lead to root rot. The old garden myth of putting a layer […]

Should You Put Gravel or Rocks at the Bottom of Plant Pots for Drainage?

coarse gravel for drainage

There’s an old gardening myth that it’s best to put a layer of gravel or rocks at the bottom of a plant pot to improve drainage, but how true is it? Can the practice actually harm plants more than help them? The main reason for […]