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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How To Drain And Store Drip Irrigation Systems: Tips For Winterization
Drip 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 Plants
Continue 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 Plants
Using 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 Burn
Despite 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 Irrigation
If 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 Beds
If 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 Soil
Thanks 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 Gardeners
Watering 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
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Safely Watering Seeds: How To Keep Seeds From Washing Away
If the seeds are not watered properly, they can wash away, be driven too deep, and overwatered or underwatered. Learn to water them safely here.
By Susan Albert
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Hose Nozzle Watering Guide: Learn About Garden Hose Spray Settings
Watering with a hose takes more time but does have benefits. Learn about spray settings on hoses and how to use them in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Smart Sprinkler Systems – How Do Smart Sprinklers Work In Gardens
What’s the latest in watering technology? It’s time to meet the smart water sprinkler. Ready to learn more? Click the following article.
By Becca Badgett
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Flower Watering Tips: A Guide To Watering Flowers
Even the most seasoned gardeners can benefit from a quick guide to watering flowers. If you’re new to growing flowers, however, understanding how to water them correctly is especially useful. Click here for a guide on when to water flowers.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Vitamin C For Chlorine Removal – Using Ascorbic Acid For Chlorine Absorption
Chlorine and chloramines are chemicals added to the drinking water in many cities. It’s difficult if you don’t want to spray these chemicals on your plants since that’s what comes out of your tap. What can a gardener do? Click here to learn how Vitamin C can help.
By Teo Spengler
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What Is Soil Drenching: Tips On Using Soil Drenches In The Garden
You may have heard of the drenching of soil. There are many reasons to drench the soil, the most common of which is to remove excess salts in container plants. The process is not difficult, but you do have to be careful. You can learn more in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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4 Types Of Irrigation - Irrigation System Design Differences
There are several different types of irrigation systems suitable for residential property, each with its own pros and cons. Read on for more.
By Laura Miller
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Graywater Effect On Plants - Is It Safe To Use Graywater In The Garden
Using graywater to irrigate lawns and gardens saves a precious natural resource with little or no effect on plants, especially during periods of drought when water use is restricted. This article explains more.
By Jackie Carroll
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Garden Watering Systems – Choosing A Watering System For Plants
Watering is one of the most, if not the most, important chores in the garden. You likely do it every day, so why not spend some time and a little money to get the best watering system for plants in your garden?
By Mary Ellen Ellis