How Much Rain Is Too Much for a Potted Plant?

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Potted plants with proper drainage can take a fair amount of water, but if rain continues for more than a few days, move pots into covered areas to prevent rot.

Keywords: care for potted plants, container gardening, watering problems in container gardening

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Bobbi Keffer attended Kent State University to study education but soon found her true love to be in the garden. She prides herself on her frugal skills reusing, recycling and reinventing her whimsical style in her home and garden.

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