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Watering TipsAlthough watering seems to be a simple task, it is the source of many landscape and gardening headaches. It is tempting to water your plants or garden daily during warm weather but this results in plants with shallow root systems that are water dependent and unable to cope with drought. Deep, less frequent, perhaps once a week, watering results in deep root systems and allows the soil surface to dry between waterings. Allowing the soil surface to dry prevents many fungus diseases from spreading and discourages moisture-loving pests such as slugs and sowbugs. Watering requirements should be adjusted throughout the growing season, though, as hotter temperatures may require more frequent than once per week watering or longer deeper watering or both. Be sure to water the entire root zone as drier surrounding soil can wick the water away from the plants roots. To retain soil moisture, a thick layer of mulch can be applied around the plants keeping it slightly away from the plant stems to avoid stem rot. For mulch suggestions, see our Weed Control section and The Mulch Book in our book section. High quality watering equipment, like the types offered in our catalog, is a wise and important investment in all landscape and gardening situations. They are also often easier and more efficient to use. Anyone who has purchased a cheap garden hose can attest to this. For further watering ideas, see the Irrigation Supplies section. Back to Reference Library Index
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