How To Dry Houseplant Soil That's Overwatered
Remove the waterlogged plant from the wet soil and repot it with a well-draining potting medium. 6. Water Once the Soil is Dry. The rule of thumb for most plants is to water only when the top inch (2.5 cm) of soil has dried. Use your finger or a moisture meter to test if the soil has dried sufficiently. If so, and only then, water the plant.
