How Often Should You Water Your Kokedama?

Why There's No Universal Schedule

A kokedama's water needs change constantly. The same plant that needs watering every 4 days in July may only need watering every 10 days in January.

The Core Principle

Let the ball approach dryness before soaking it again. Never let it get to the point where the outer fiber is dusty.

Seasonal Guidelines

Spring: Every 4–6 days.
Summer: Every 3–5 days.
Autumn: Every 6–8 days.
Winter: Every 8–12 days.

Plant-Specific

Ficus: 4-5 days summer, 8-10 winter.
Pothos: 5-7 days summer, 10-14 winter.
Ferns: 3-4 days summer, 5-7 winter.

The Weight Test

Pick up your kokedama. Feel how heavy it is. Water when it feels lighter than when fully soaked.

Overwatering vs Underwatering

Overwatering: Yellowing leaves, soft ball.
Underwatering: Dry surface, drooping leaves.

Read our full guide to the soak method.