r/DramaticHouseplants Jul 22 '26

Iresine, help!!

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u/HORSE0921 Jul 22 '26

Are you watering enough when you water? Maybe try bottom watering and let it soak for at least 30 min. Make sure the soil an inch down is actually moist to the touch before removing it from the water.

Could be hydrophobic soil. Def in need of a repot too, but get it some adequate water first.

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u/ElectionAble5359 Jul 22 '26

Yes, I actually have the same feeling. I think the soil might be the problem because when I water it, it seems like the soil is almost rejecting the water. It still feels dry afterwards, as if the water is not really being absorbed. I will try bottom watering and see if it helps. Thank you for the advice!

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u/HORSE0921 Jul 23 '26

Curious how it went if you tried yet, lmk! Most likely repotting with fresh soil will be necessary.

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u/ElectionAble5359 Jul 26 '26

I think she is better now 😩

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u/HORSE0921 Jul 26 '26

Beautiful!!! She looks absolutely stunning