Here
are some helpful answers to common questions about the
Water Worm automatic plant watering device.
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How long are Water Worms? Do I
need Extra Long Water Worm?
- How
long can I leave my plants unattended using Water
Worm?
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For what kind of plants can I
use Water Worm?
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Will I need to re-pot my
plants to use Water Worm?
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Is
Water Worm reusable?
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How does Water Worm work?
Instructions for use.
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How many Water Worms will I
need?
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What type of water container
will I need?
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Can I use Water Worm for
plants on my deck?
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Can Water Worm over-water my
plants?
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What colors do Water Worms
come in?
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Are Water Worms guaranteed?
FAQ Answers
How long are Water Worms? Do I need Extra Long Water
Worm?
Water
Worms are 22 inches, long enough to handle a wide
variety of plant and water container sizes. If
your plant is very large and/or planted in a large or
tall planter, you may need the Extra Long Water
Worm, which is 36 inches long. Water Worm has to be long
enough to reach from the bottom of the water container
to the roots of the plant.
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How long can I leave my plants unattended using Water
Worm? You can leave plants 3-4 weeks or
even longer, as long as the water supply container is
large enough to last. We find that gallon plastic milk
containers or bottled water jugs work well.
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For what kind of plants can I use Water Worm?
Just about any kind of plant. Water Worm has been tested
with: African Violet, Purple Passion, Impatience,
Ficus, Hibiscus, Begonia, Cactus, Miniature Orange,
Rubber Tree. Orchids come in a wide variety and
some can be finicky so please test water worm when it
can be monitored with orchids first .
Water Worm
works best with long-lived plants that have established
roots systems. It is not recommended for seedlings
and may not work as well on fast growing annuals.
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Will
I need to re-pot my plants to use Water Worm?
No, Water Worm
works in any type of pot. Installation, is quick and
easy. Just carefully dig down to the roots of the
plant and place one end of water worm at the roots.
replace the dirt and put the other end of the Water Worm
in the water container. Make sure that the Water
Worm reaches to the bottom of the container.
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Is Water Worm reusable?
Yes. Simply remove Water Worm from your
plant, rinse it out, t hen keep it for the next
time you plan to go away.
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How does Water Worm
work? Water Worm works by utilizing
capillary action.
Water Worm acts like an extension of the roots of the
plant. The
plant's roots draw water through
Water Worm
as needed. You can put fertilizer in with the water and
fertilize your plants over time while you water them.
Click here for the complete instructions.
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How
many Water Worms will I need? One for each
plant that you want the ability to water automatically.
For large plants with large water requirements or in
especially hot and/or dry conditions, two might be
needed.
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What
type of water container will I need? We
suggest using a gallon plastic milk container or bottled
water jug. Or use a vase for a more attractive
look.
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Can
I use Water Worm for plants on my deck?
While Water Worm is designed primarily for houseplants,
it has been used successfully for plants in pots and
containers on decks and patios. Water Worm is not
recommended for plants growing in the garden.
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Can
Water Worm over-water my plants?
In general, Water Worm
will supply only the amount of water the plant needs.
However it's possible, particularly for small plants, if
the level of the water in the water supply container is
significantly higher than the end of Water Worm in
contact with the roots of the plant, that over-watering
could occur, until the level drops.
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What colors
do Water Worms come in? Water Worms come in a
variety of colors and patterns, which vary somewhat from
shipment to shipment. Water Worms do not
come in black, gray, brown, white or "clear".
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Are Water Worms
guaranteed? Absolutely, if you're not
satisfied, you can return them for a full refund with in
90 days of purchase (less shipping and handling).
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