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The art of plant watering.

Watering plants is very important.  Believe it or not, it takes a bit more than just making sure you get the water in the planter to keep your plants and landscape happy.

Here are a few tips to keep your garden well watered:
 - Focus on the root zone.  It's the roots, not the leaves that need the water.  Wetting anything but the roots is a waste of water and can promote the spread of disease.
 - Water only when needed.  Make sure to water only when necessary.  Reduce watering when rain is abundant.  Too much water can damage your plants.
 - Water deeply and thoroughly. Lawns and annual roots are in the top 6" of soil.  For perennials,  shrubs and trees, it's the top 12".  It may take hours for water to go down 6 - 12"  Use your fingers to check for progress.
 - Water first thing in the morning.  Your plants will love you for this.
 - Mulch everything.  Mulch helps to reduce surface runoff and slows evaporation from the soil.
 - Get the right tools.  For efficient watering at the root zone, use a soaker hose or even more precise a drip irrigation system vs a sprinkler.


Happy Watering!


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