Saving a Waterlogged Wandering Jew: Bottom-Watering Pot Failure and Restart

A 10-inch bottom-watering pot for new cuttings is a recipe for rot—excess soil stays soggy. The Wandering Jew and Swedish ivy are collapsing from root rot.

Salvage Operation

1. Unpot, remove all loose soil, inspect roots.
2. Keep only starts with firm, healthy roots.
3. Pot survivors in 2–4 inch pot with drainage holes.
4. Water from top only when top inch dry.
5. Place in sunniest window.

Discard the big pot. Small pots, top watering, and bright light are non-negotiable for Tradescantia.