Tag Archives: watering

Wilted Plants: How the Garden Uses and Loses Water

July 10, 2017 | Meghan Shinn | 0

You know that wilted plants need water, but have you ever wondered how and why they wilt?

Edibles: Best Practices for Watering Your Vegetable Garden

July 29, 2013 | Gardening Jones | 0

Plants use the water they receive to help them get the minerals they need from the soil. We all know if they don’t get enough water, they will wilt and even die. But too much water can be harmful, too. …

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Ways to Conserve Water in the Garden

April 16, 2013 | Maria Woodie | 0

When it comes to growing a lush, thriving garden, water is usually essential. However, if you want to be a little more eco friendly, lower your water bill or both, there are ways to conserve water and still have a …

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Watering Plants an Inch of Water

October 29, 2012 | Meghan Shinn | 0

If you planted trees or shrubs this fall, be sure to keep them watered until the ground freezes (if it does in your area), and continue to keep them watered through next spring and summer.

Testing Drainage

March 13, 2012 | Meghan Shinn | 0

How do I know if my soil is “well drained” or not?

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Reuse Container Water

July 25, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 2

Here’s a way to cut water waste when watering containers and hanging baskets.

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Garden Help

June 28, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 3

Here are a few tips to consider if you’re headed out of town (and away from your garden) on a summer getaway.

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Rewetting a Dried-Out Container

June 21, 2011 | Meghan Shinn | 3

Here’s how to really rewet the soil in a dried-out container and irrigate the plant before transplanting it.

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Q&A: Rain Barrels

July 26, 2010 | mgodfrey | 0

Question: What can you tell me about rain barrels? I want to set one up but my wife is afraid it will become a breeding ground for mosquitos. Answer: Typically a rain barrel is set up to catch the water …

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Poll: Do You Put Your Hose Away?

July 21, 2010 | Amanda Thomsen | 0

Do you leave your hose out? Is there a correlation between people that put their hoses away and people that make their beds? I want to know. Click here to take survey

Dog days of summer

July 6, 2010 | Patty Craft | 0

It’s a heat wave in the Ohio River valley! Temperatures this weekend were in the mid- to high 90s, and there’s no relief in sight. The dog days of summer have indeed begun. This past holiday weekend I confess to …

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