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5 Mistakes When Watering Your Garden: What to Pay Attention to in the Summer Heat
27.06.2023 19:03
Even experienced gardeners or those who consider themselves to be such forget about the basic rules of watering beds in the summer.
Many people follow the advice of the lunar calendar, but they forget that it is summer outside and the weather is hot, and at this time watering can ruin many crops.
These are the mistakes that need to be corrected and not made again.
Water pressure
This applies to those who like to water their gardens with a hose. Not only are the beds watered with cold water, but it is also supplied under pressure, which can damage the leaves, roots, and even the stem.
Mulching
A layer of straw or other material protects the soil and roots from overheating, the soil from drying out, and weeds do not grow as abundantly. Thanks to mulch, you have to water less often.
Times of Day
It is best to do this at sunrise or closer to evening. It is not worth watering at midday, because the water evaporates faster and more of it will be needed to saturate the plants.
Watering method
Water should reach the roots, not the foliage. Watering in the hot sun can cause burns on the leaves. There is also a high risk of fungal diseases.
Quantity
Gardeners have long been told that overwatering is just as harmful as underwatering. It is important to have some idea of the weather for the next few days, and to follow a watering schedule.
