PlantPalWhy is my plant wilting?
Feel below the surface before watering. Wet roots can make a plant droop too.
What to check first
Lift the pot if you can and feel deeper than the surface. A light pot with dry mix points toward thirst. A heavy, wet pot or water sitting in its cover pot points toward a drainage problem.
What to do now
If the mix is dry and the plant is due for water, water it thoroughly and let it drain. If it is wet, empty any standing water and pause watering. Check that the drainage holes are open.
What to watch next
Check again later today or tomorrow. If it still droops despite suitable moisture, especially if the base feels soft, check the roots instead of adding more water.