I recently bought a dwarf ZZ plant, which I absolutely love, but unfortunately, it died due to overwatering. I've tried different soil mixes like sand and a red soil succulent mix, but nothing seems to be working. Can anyone provide guidance on how to care for it properly?
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Also, make sure you're using a pot that isn't too big. ZZ plants like to be a bit crowded in their pots, so if there's too much space, the roots can rot from excess moisture. Try a slightly smaller pot if you can!
How often are you watering it? Overwatering is a common issue with ZZ plants. They prefer to dry out between waterings, so make sure you're not watering too frequently. If it's really hot out (like 42°C), you might think it's thirsty, but often they can go longer without water than you’d expect! You might want to water every 10-12 days depending on how dry the soil feels.
Yeah, I've noticed that when it's super hot, it's easy to overwater. Also, check if the pot is the right size—I heard they like a snug space!