2022年11月17日 · 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 …

2025年3月26日 · Putting gravel or a layer of rocks at the bottom of your plants’ pots and containers can actually hinder proper drainage and root development. Instead, use on using …

2024年6月13日 · Rocks, gravel, and similar materials are touted as effective ways to provide drainage for potted plants—but in actuality, they do more harm than good. Potted plant …

2025年3月15日 · Logic would have you believe that adding gravel or pot shards in the bottom of a pot or container will increase drainage and this has been a common practice for a long time. …

Avoid using drainage materials at the base of the pot like rocks or gravel as this will actually hinder water movement. Use high quality potting soil and compost soil in the pots or …

2020年10月6日 · It is a myth that a layer of gravel (inside the bottom of an individual pot) beneath the soil improves container drainage. Instead of extra water draining immediately into the …

For a long time, gardeners used to add a layer of gravel before placing the houseplants in pots, based on expert advice. However, according to the University of Illinois, placing rocks at the …

2025年4月6日 · In theory, adding sand or gravel to your potted houseplant makes sense — the idea is to increase drainage and aeration, both of which are beneficial to plants. However, in …

2025年3月13日 · New science shows drainage material in the bottom of a pot does work but it may not be your best option for increasing drainage.

2025年4月7日 · The myth about putting rocks in the bottom of a planter is pervasive. We spoke to garden experts for the truth—don't put rocks in the bottom of a planter.