If you’ve ever looked at a wilting plant and thought, “I just watered you yesterday, drama queen”, welcome. You’re in the right place. Watering plants seems simple until it’s not, and if you’ve ever been betrayed by soggy roots or crispy leaves, I have one word for you: worm. Trust me.

Need easy plant care tips that don’t require a horticulture degree? Here are 5 lazy hacks to help you keep your houseplants alive; even if you forget they exist sometimes.