What is “the finger test” and how is it useful when ascertaining when a plant needs to be watered?
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The “finger test” is a quick, easy, and reliable test for when a plant needs to be watered. For plants
grown in pots from six to 22 inches in diameter, simply sink your index finger into the pot for a depth
of about one inch. Upon removal, if any soil particles cling to your finger, the media has enough
moisture content to sustain the plant for another day or perhaps more. If very few to no particles cling
to your finger, give the plant a thorough watering so that some water flows from the holes of the grow
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