Water plants deeply before leaving
Move plants out of direct sunlight
Group plants together to reduce moisture loss
Use self-watering pots
Place pots on capillary mats
Set up a drip irrigation system
Use water globes or watering spikes
Fill a bathtub or sink with a shallow layer of water for potted plants to wick from
Use a DIY bottle drip system
Ask a friend, neighbor, or plant sitter to water them
Mulch the soil surface to slow evaporation
Trim dead leaves and flowers to reduce water use
Check each plant’s watering needs before you go