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ADAPTING YOUR WATERING SCHEDULE

FOR A THRIVING LANDSCAPE

s the temperatures climb during dry conditions will generally require efficiently and avoid over or under-
spring and summer, maintaining more frequent watering, while cooler or watering different plant species.
Aa vibrant and healthy landscape rainy periods might call for less. 5. Check soil moisture: Regularly check the
requires more than just routine care. One 2. Water early in the day: Early morning is moisture level of your soil. This can be
of the most critical aspects of landscaping the ideal time to water your garden. This done with a simple soil moisture meter
during these warmer months is adjusting practice allows plants to absorb moisture or by feeling the soil yourself. Water only
your watering schedule. Not only does this before the heat of the day causes when the soil is dry to avoid unnecessary
ensure your plants stay healthy, but it also evaporation. Additionally, watering in waste and potential root damage.
helps conserve one of our most precious the morning reduces the risk of fungal
resources: water. diseases, which can thrive in damp Conserving water
conditions. In addition to adjusting your watering
Understanding water needs 3. Use drip irrigation: Consider imple- schedule, consider adopting water-saving
With rising temperatures, plants experience menting drip irrigation systems to deliver practices such as mulching, which helps
increased evaporation and higher water water directly to the roots of your plants. retain soil moisture and reduce evaporation.
consumption. Understanding the specific This method minimises water wastage Also, using drought-resistant plants can
water needs of different plants in your and ensures that the moisture reaches significantly lower your water consumption
landscape is essential. For instance, while where it’s needed most. Maintaining an while still maintaining a beautiful landscape.
some plants thrive with regular watering, efficient irrigation system is essential
others might require less frequent hydration. for a healthy and water-conscious By paying attention to your plants’ water
A well-balanced watering schedule helps garden, especially as the spring season needs and making thoughtful adjustments
meet the unique needs of each plant type, approaches. Checking and repairing your to your watering routine, you can keep your
promoting optimal growth and resilience. irrigation system on a regular basis can landscape thriving even as temperatures rise.
help you save water, money and ensure Not only will this approach help maintain the
Tailoring your watering schedule that your plants get enough moisture. health of your plants, it will also contribute to
1. Monitor weather conditions: Keep an 4. Group plants wisely: Group plants more sustainable water use. Embrace these
eye on local weather forecasts and adjust with similar water needs together. This strategies to ensure your garden remains lush
your watering schedule based on recent approach allows you to water more and vibrant throughout the warmer months.
rainfall and temperature spikes. Hot and
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