Fast or slow drip? How to set the flow of your watering globe perfectl

Not every plant has the same thirst. A cactus barely needs any water, while a monstera wants a good soaking every week. With the Minismus watering globe you can easily adjust the watering of your plants by changing the angle of the globe. In this blog we explain exactly how that works.

The angle principle explained

The neck of the watering globe determines how quickly water flows into the soil. By tilting the globe more or less, you increase or decrease the opening in the soil and with it the pressure ratio.

Upright (90°) — slowest flow — ideal for succulents and cacti
45° angle — medium flow — works well for most houseplants
Flatter than 45° — fastest flow — suitable for large thirsty plants

Which setting for which plant?

Cactus or succulent — low moisture needs — almost upright
Pothos or ivy — average moisture needs — 45 degrees
Monstera — high moisture needs — 45 degrees or flatter
Palm tree — high moisture needs — flat, possibly two globes
Fern — very high moisture needs — flat, use XXL watering globe 700ml

Step-by-step setup

Make a hole in the soil with the included stick or a pen
Fill the globe completely with water and cover the opening
Push the neck into the hole and release
Adjust the angle — steeper is slower, flatter is faster
Check after 24 hours how much water has been used and adjust again if necessary

Rule of thumb: if your globe is empty within 3 days, it's positioned too flat. Still full after 5 days? Then it's positioned too upright.

Fast vs. slow flow: what is better for the plant?

Slow flow is better for healthy plant watering. The slower the water is given, the more time the roots have to absorb it. Overwatering is the number one cause of death for houseplants. Want to know more about how a watering globe works?

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