It is never appropriate to give a plant a set amount of water at a set interval. You need to water the entire volume of soil in the pot in order to encourage root growth throught the pot. If you only give a little water, many roots will die. Plants’ water needs change with the season as temperature, humidity, and number of daylight hours vary. The same plant may need water every 5 days in summer and every 8 days in winter. To correct your problem, water your plant. Until water comes out the bottom of the pot. (If you don’t have a drainage hole in your pot, transplant your houseplant to a container that does.) Don’t let the pot sit in water or this may cause root rot. You’ll have to pour off the extra water if there’s more than a half inch in the saucer so it’s better to water slowly so you don’t have too much overflow. Water whenever the soil surface feels dry to the touch. good luck!
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