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Houseplant hacks: do moisture meters prevent overwatering?

news.movim.eu / TheGuardian • 13 January 2026

Given how easy it is to kill plants by overwatering, these devices are tempting – but can they beat simply sticking your finger in the soil?

The problem
Houseplants often die from too much water, not neglect. Might a moisture meter help?

The hack
For around £10, a probe promises to tell you exactly when to water.

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Houseplant hacks: do moisture meters prevent overwatering?

news.movim.eu / TheGuardian • 13 January 2026

Given how easy it is to kill plants by overwatering, these devices are tempting – but can they beat simply sticking your finger in the soil?

The problem
Houseplants often die from too much water, not neglect. Might a moisture meter help?

The hack
For around £10, a probe promises to tell you exactly when to water.

chevron_right

Houseplant hacks: do moisture meters prevent overwatering?

news.movim.eu / TheGuardian • 13 January 2026

Given how easy it is to kill plants by overwatering, these devices are tempting – but can they beat simply sticking your finger in the soil?

The problem
Houseplants often die from too much water, not neglect. Might a moisture meter help?

The hack
For around £10, a probe promises to tell you exactly when to water.