And forgive me, but I'm stoned. But wanna add this. I water till runoff appears. BUT, minimal. I'll water 1 gallon per plant. And I'll just douse em cause I know they need it. Now, the last half gallon I water at about 2 cups at a time and wait couple minutes. That allows it to drain to the bottom. And keep in mind, make sure you use a well draining soil. I'll keep doing that till I just see water come out the bottom. I mean, first sight. Then I know my roots can access the whole pot. All the way to the bottom. That's how I water. Some have their own ways, but that's how I do it. Trying to help the newbies. 1 love....