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Bangalore's plant seasons, in short
- March-May (dry, warm): The hardest months for pots. Days reach 33-35°C with little rain, and small pots in direct sun can need water every day.
- June-September (southwest monsoon): Steady but moderate rain. Outdoor pots get much of what they need from the sky; check drainage and water covered balconies as usual.
- October-November (northeast monsoon): Often the heaviest downpours of the year arrive in short bursts. Waterlogged pots and fungus gnats are the common problems, not thirst.
- December-February (cool, dry): Cool nights (around 15°C), dry air, slow growth. Indoor plants usually need water only every 4-7 days; overwatering is the main risk.
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How many visits a trip needs depends mostly on the month:
- 3-day trip: most homes need no visit. Water well the evening before you leave, group pots together out of direct afternoon sun, and set a tray of damp pebbles under the thirstiest ones.
- 1 week: in March-May plan on 2-3 visits for sunny terrace pots; in the monsoon and winter months, 1 visit is usually enough.
- 2 weeks or more: 3-5 visits in the dry months, 2-3 the rest of the year. Self-watering spikes rarely last this long on their own.
Our vacation plant-care guide covers what you can set up yourself before a short trip.
Balcony and terrace pots in Bangalore
Apartment balconies in Whitefield, Sarjapur Road or Hebbal are often east- or west-facing and half covered, so rain reaches only the outer row of pots; the inner row needs watering even in the monsoon. Independent-house terraces in areas like Jayanagar, Basavanagudi or Kengeri get full sun and wind and dry out fastest in April. Bangalore's red soil and hard tap water in some areas leave a white crust on pots over time; flush pots with plenty of water once a month so salts don't build up. Hibiscus, tulsi, curry leaf and most flowering plants are the first to suffer when a watering is missed; snake plants, ZZ plants and succulents cope with a week on their own.
Where in Bangalore?
We take enquiries from every part of Bangalore, for example Koramangala (560034), Indiranagar (560038), Whitefield (560066), HSR Layout (560102), Jayanagar (560041), Hebbal (560024). Mention your exact locality and pincode in the WhatsApp message so we can look for a gardener close to you.
Locality guides in Bangalore
Season-by-season watering guides for individual Bangalore neighbourhoods: Kengeri (560060) · RR Nagar (560098) · Jagajyothi Layout (560056)
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Frequently asked questions
Can I book plant sitting in Bangalore?
Yes, you can send a request from anywhere in Bangalore. Tell us your locality and dates on WhatsApp; we look for a vetted gardener near you and confirm with you before anything is booked.
What if you don't have a gardener near me in Bangalore yet?
We're adding gardeners city by city. If we don't have someone near you yet, we tell you so before anything is booked, and nothing is charged. Your request helps us decide where to add gardeners next.
What will it cost?
It depends on how many plants you have and how many visits you need. The form asks your budget per visit, and we confirm the price with you on WhatsApp before any visit. No payment now.
How often should my balcony plants be watered in Bangalore?
In March-May, small pots in sun may need water daily and larger ones every 2-3 days. In the monsoon months check the soil before watering, and in December-February most indoor plants need water only every 4-7 days.
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