There are three basic essentials to a successful garden they are: sunlight, soil and water. Your plants have to get the right amount of water to be healthy because too much or too little will damage your plant. So how much water do your plants need? The quantity of water your plants need depend on the kinds of plants you have, your location and climate or weather conditions. Different plants have different watering needs.
They say it is easier to resuscitate a dried out plant than an over-watered plant. It is, therefore, necessary to give just the right amount of water to avoid over-watering your plants.
In order to avoid over-watering your plants, mulching your garden could be your best option. It helps your soil retain necessary moisture and maintain a cool temperature. Your soil will hold water better if you put more organic matters in it this way you conserve water as well.
You also have to be consistent on the amount of water you put on your plants. Do not dry them up one day and over-flood them the next as this will damage your plants and affect their production. It is also best to water them in the early morning or in the late evening. Watering them in mid-day could cause your water to evaporate quickly due to the heat of the sun.
Water your plants deeply. Make sure that the soil is wet to about 8 inches down as this will help the roots grow down and out. Most nutrients that plants need are found deeper into the ground, by growing the roots deeply, the plants have better access to these nutrients.
Also, avoid diseases or molds on your plants by not getting the leaves wet when you are watering. To get the water to the plant more effectively and efficiently with less evaporation, a good drip irrigation system is advantageous. Furthermore, if a timer is installed it affords convenience to the gardener as it could water your plants in specified times even in your absence However, you do not have to install this system just to water your plants, there are many other options that you could choose from like watering cans, garden or soaker hose, fan nozzles and many more. The important thing is that you water your plants properly.
It would also be a good idea to plan what you plant in your garden. Plants that are water lovers should be grouped together near your water source separate from those that have high tolerance to drought which could be planted farther from your water source. This way all your plants are happy.
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