I hope they grow well

Maybo

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1. I have some plants. I hope they grow well.
2. I have some plants. I hope they will grow well.

Why is 1. correct?
When should I add “will” in “I hope” sentences?
 

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Don't use 'will' in 'I hope' sentences. You just need the present simple.
 

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The two examples that use any form of the future voice in that link can be expressed (more naturally for most native speakers) as:

I hope [that] she wins.
We have to hope and pray [that] the operation goes well.
 

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I have said:

I hope things turn out okay.

And:

I hope they win.
 
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