I described how I do mine, for the one I've had for yrs, basically get it wet 2-3x week, buy dribble or spritz. It's attached to the trunk of that tree, I've never soaked it, or moved it since I put it there. Hopefully my other 2 will like the same, that's my plan for them.
The trichomes (looks like white fuzz) on the surface are how they absorb moisture. I'm not sure handling them often is harmless, if it damages the trichomes.
