Ming Aralia Humidity Tray Setup: Complete Guide

Ming Aralia Humidity Tray Setup: Complete Guide

New Ming aralia (Polyscias fruticosa) needs high humidity. A pebble tray provides it without risking root rot.

Two-Tray System

1. Inner tray: Pot sits here. Water plant, wait 1 hour, empty completely.
2. Outer tray (2x larger): Fill with decorative pebbles and water. Keep full.

How It Works

Water evaporates from outer tray → humidifies air around plant. Inner tray stays dry → roots never sit in water. Ming aralia gets 50%+ humidity without "wet feet."

Watering Schedule

• Water when soil dry halfway down (test with bamboo skewer).
• Winter: may need water every 2–3 weeks.

Bonus

You benefit too—winter humidity helps skin and sinuses!

Expert advice from Darlene, houseplant specialist.