A common assumption among gardeners is that creating a drainage layer of rocks at the bottom of pots and planters will prevent waterlogging and promote healthy plant growth. However, this practice ...

Should You Put Rocks at the Bottom of a Planter? The practice of putting rocks at the bottom of a planter comes from the belief that it adds drainage—that water will pool down between the rocks ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly We all want what is best for our beloved houseplants. So, if there's a chance that putting rocks at ...

Adding rocks to the bottom of a planter raises the water table, leaving roots in soggy soil and increasing the risk of root rot. Planters with drainage holes are the best option to prevent standing ...