How to Water Northern Lights Properly?
Watering Northern Lights isn’t rocket science, but it’s also not just dump-and-go. You’ve gotta feel it out. Literally—stick your finger in the soil. If it’s dry up to your first knuckle? Time to water. If it’s still damp? Back off. Let her breathe. Overwatering is the silent killer of good weed. Drowns the roots, suffocates the plant. You’ll think she’s drooping from thirst, but nope—she’s drowning. Sad and soggy.
Some folks get all technical with pH meters and runoff readings. That’s fine. But honestly? If you’re growing in decent soil and not using trash tap water, you’re probably okay. Rainwater’s gold. Filtered water’s fine. Straight tap? Depends where you live. Chlorine and fluoride can mess with the microbial life in your soil. So maybe let it sit out overnight. Let the chemicals gas off. Or don’t. I’ve seen plants thrive on worse.
Now, Northern Lights—she’s a tough old girl. Not super thirsty, not too picky. But she hates wet feet. So drainage is key. If your pot doesn’t have holes, you’re already screwing up. And if your soil’s packed like concrete? Forget it. Roots need air. Use something light—coco coir, perlite, worm castings if you’re feeling fancy. Let the water flow through, not pool up like a swamp.
How often? That’s the million-dollar question. Depends on your setup. Indoors? Probably every 2–4 days. Outdoors? Could be daily in the heat. But don’t go by the calendar. Go by the plant. Leaves drooping down like sad dog ears? Could be thirsty. Or overwatered. That’s the trick—both look similar. So check the soil. Always the soil.
Oh, and don’t just splash water on top like you’re rinsing lettuce. Soak it. Deep. Let it run through the pot. Then wait. Let her dry out a bit. That cycle—wet to dry—is what makes roots strong. Constant moisture makes 'em lazy. Weak. Prone to rot. You want roots that hunt for water, not sit around waiting for a handout.
Some growers swear by bottom watering. Set the pot in a tray, let it soak up from below. It works. Less mess. But you gotta watch it—don’t leave it sitting in water for hours. That’s a mold party waiting to happen.
And during flowering? She’ll drink more. Especially in the fattening stage. Those buds are like little sponges. But again—don’t just assume. Feel the weight of the pot. Light? Probably dry. Heavy? Leave it alone. You’ll get a feel for it. It’s like learning to dance with someone. Takes time, but once you sync up—it’s smooth.
Honestly, if you’re stressing about watering, you’re probably overthinking it. Or overwatering. Or both. Just slow down. Pay attention. Let the plant tell you what she needs. She will. They always do.
Unless you’re just bad at listening.