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Yes, the routine should change with the seasons. In winter, shorter days and weaker light slow most houseplants down, Pothos included. The plant uses less water and the soil takes longer to dry, so a summer schedule can easily lead to soggy soil and root rot.
Switch from a fixed schedule to checking the soil. For Pothos, water when the top inch or so is dry. In winter that usually means watering noticeably less often than in summer, but the exact interval depends on pot size, soil, light and room temperature. A moisture meter can help if you are unsure.
Other winter tips: indoor heating dries the air, so brown leaf tips are more common; keep the plant away from heating vents and cold drafts. Cut back on fertilizer or pause it while the plant is barely growing. Slower growth in winter is normal, and growth usually picks up again in spring.
Switch from a fixed schedule to checking the soil. For Pothos, water when the top inch or so is dry. In winter that usually means watering noticeably less often than in summer, but the exact interval depends on pot size, soil, light and room temperature. A moisture meter can help if you are unsure.
Other winter tips: indoor heating dries the air, so brown leaf tips are more common; keep the plant away from heating vents and cold drafts. Cut back on fertilizer or pause it while the plant is barely growing. Slower growth in winter is normal, and growth usually picks up again in spring.
Plant Care Club
Mar 15, 2026