Application rates for potted plant care.

Water Crystals should be allowed to expand fully upon initial watering. For best results, pre-swell them by adding water at a rate of at least 12-15 gallons of water per pound of dry crystals. The polymer will hold much more; but this rate will get you started.  It's equivalent to about 4-8 teaspoons for one gallon of water.

Allow the mixture to stand 1-2 hours or until water has been absorbed.

To promote the uniform distribution of absorbed water, you must thoroughly mix or till the polymer Water Crystals into the soil or growing medium. After blending with the soil, a subsequent watering should be applied to maximize water content. Blend at a rate of 5-12 parts soil to one part gel (by volume). The normal ratio is 8:1, but this can be varied depending on the soil composition, climatic conditions (temperature and humidity), and the type of plant to be grown.

For existing container grown plants or container gardens, make holes in the planting medium approximately 2/3 the depth of the pot. Add dry crystals evenly to the holes as follows:

Water Crystals or any polymer crystals are not substitutes for good watering and fertilizing programs.

They increase the medium’s water holding capacity and enhance the efficient use of available water by the plant. No soil should not be allowed to completely dry out.

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Feeder roots seek out the filled reservoirs of Water Crystals, penetrating their membranes to provide nourishment to the plant.

With potting soil treated properly with Water Crystals, you can go on vacation without worry that your house plants or container gardens will stress out and shrivel from lack of water.

In fact, when used properly, Water Crystals will cut in half—and more—the frequency for watering house plants and container garden.