Watering
Watering the garden and surrounding landscape is a necessity in order for plants to thrive. Even drought tolerant plants require water now and then. But when do you water plants in the garden? How should you water and with what type of irrigation method? Learn answers to these questions and more as well as techniques used cut down on watering maintenance in the articles that follow.
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DIY Drip Irrigation System You Can Make At HomeLearn several ways to create a drip irrigation system to give your garden the slow deep watering it needs.
By Amy Grant
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6 Ways To Use Less Water In Your Garden And LawnWater conservation is becoming more important. Read our top six tips on how to use water wisely in the garden.
By Teo Spengler
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What Is Deep Watering - Deep Watering Trees And MoreBy Tonya Barnett
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Irrigation Installation Tips – Installing An Irrigation SystemIrrigation installation can be done by the pros or you can do it yourself. Click here to learn how to install garden irrigation.
By Amy Grant
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Plants Watered With Fish Tank Water: Using Aquarium Water To Irrigate PlantsCan you irrigate plants with aquarium water? You certainly can. In fact, all of that fish poop and those uneaten food particles can do your plants a world of good. Learn more about watering indoor or outdoor plants with aquarium water in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Testing Water For Plants – How To Test Water For GardensWhile we are all conscious of the safe quality of our drinking water, we may not be so aware of the quality of the water we are giving to our plants. Learn about water quality in gardens and testing water for plants in this article.
By Darcy Larum
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What Is A Root Zone: Information On The Root Zone Of PlantsGardeners and landscapers often refer to the root zone of plants. So what is a root zone, exactly? Learn what the root zone of plants is, and the importance of watering the root zone using the information found in this article.
By Darcy Larum
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Watering New Plants: What Does It Mean To Water Well When Planting"Be sure to water it well when planting it." I say this phrase several times a day to my garden center customers. But what does it mean to water well when planting? Click this article to learn how to water new garden plants.
By Darcy Larum
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Stormwater Planter Bioretention SystemsYou can do your part to preserve the health of our water supply by capturing and filtering stormwater through planters using native plants. Read on to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Drain And Store Drip Irrigation Systems: Tips For WinterizationDrip irrigation basics for winterizing are simple and worth the hour or so of your time to get the chore done. Read on for more.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Benefits Of Rainwater Versus Tap Water For PlantsContinue reading to see if tap water for plants is okay, and what benefit or disadvantage of rain water exists.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Distilled Water For Plants – Using Distilled Water On PlantsUsing distilled water on plants seems to have its benefits, but is distilled water good for plants? Click to find out more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Watering Plants In Sun And Leaf BurnDespite what you've been told, leaf-scorch doesn't come from watering in the middle of a hot sunny day. Read on for more.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How Often And How Long To Run Drip IrrigationIf you’ve ever wondered how often and how long you should let your drip irrigation run, you’re in the right place. Click here to find the answer to this question and more.
By Susan Albert
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Pros And Cons Of Using Lake Water For Garden BedsIf you live near a pond or lake, using the water for gardening may seem like a good idea, but it’s important to know the facts first.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Smart Moisture Monitoring – Apps That Measure Moisture In The SoilThanks to smart moisture monitoring technology, you can have healthy plants while keeping your fingertips clean. Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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Problems With Drip Irrigation – Drip Irrigation Tips For GardenersWatering plants by hand or a hose can be time consuming and drip irrigation is normally a better way of supplying them with what they need. That said, these can also challenges and drawbacks. Learn about drip irrigation problems and solutions here.
By Darcy Larum

