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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Should You Water Plants Before A Freeze? This Simple Trick Can Save Plants
Did you know you should water plants before a freeze? Learn how it can actually protect them, and understand the difference between a frost and a freeze.
By Amy Grant

What Is A Water Wick? How To Use One To Keep Houseplants Hydrated While You’re Away
A water wick for plants will give you a worry-free break if you need to leave your plant babies for a while. It’s easy to set up and pretty much runs itself.
By Amy Grant

5 Water Butt And Rain Barrel Benefits: Why It Matters For Sustainable Gardening
For anyone serious about sustainable gardening, rainwater harvesting is an easy way to conserve natural resources. Here are five water butt and rain barrel benefits
By Mary Ellen Ellis

7 Garden Watering Mistakes That Harm Plants And Waste Water
Watering the garden is essential to keep plants thriving – especially during dry periods. Avoid these common watering errors to ensure healthy, happy plants.
By Bonnie L. Grant

Gardening For Better Water: How Gardening Affects Water Supply
Most gardeners aren’t aware of how gardening affects our water supply. Learn how this happens, and how you might improve your gardening practices for better water conservation.
By Teo Spengler

How To Overwinter Ollas For Years Of Use: Get More From Irrigation Pots
If you overwinter ollas properly, you'll keep these unique watering pots from cracking. Here's how to protect them in erratic winter temperatures so they last longer.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

Hydrozones: Grouping Plants With Similar Water Needs
Hydrozones are designated areas where plantings require similar amounts of water or grouping plants with similar water needs.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

DIY Drip Irrigation System You Can Make At Home
Learn several ways to create a drip irrigation system to give your garden the slow deep watering it needs.
By Amy Grant

6 Ways To Use Less Water In Your Garden And Lawn
Water conservation is becoming more important. Read our top six tips on how to use water wisely in the garden.
By Teo Spengler

What Is Deep Watering - Deep Watering Trees And More
By Tonya Barnett

Irrigation Installation Tips – Installing An Irrigation System
Irrigation 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

Plants Watered With Fish Tank Water: Using Aquarium Water To Irrigate Plants
Can 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

Testing Water For Plants – How To Test Water For Gardens
While 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

What Is A Root Zone: Information On The Root Zone Of Plants
Gardeners 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

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

Winter Watering In Gardens - Do Plants Need Water Over Winter
In many places, winter watering is a good idea and a necessary chore for most gardens. Learn more about this in the following article so your plants can stay hydrated year-round in the garden.
By Kristi Waterworth