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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 11, 2015
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    These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/water-plants-vegetable-garden.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/watering/watering-garden.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 13, 2015
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    Watering depends on some many things, type of plant, pot size, potting medium and soil, temperature, wind conditions.
    You really have to check the soil and water as needed.
    More water will be needed as temperatures rise.
    Here is a great article.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/container-plant-watering.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 14, 2015
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    Typically, the garden needs about an inch or so of water each week. It is a good idead to water deeply (for about 20 min. or so) every other day or two, depending on the weather. Once temps reach 85 F and up, daily watering is often necessary. Those in containers will need twice a day watering.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 12, 2015
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    It is typically not recommended to water foliage only because this can lead to fungal infections when the plants are not or unable to dry off due to poor air circulation. Therefore, bottom watering or drip irrigation is generally preferred. This does not mean you cannot use overhead watering, however. Simply do it at a time when you can ensure that the plants will have plenty of time to 'air out' so the foliage will dry.

    For watering amounts, the rule of thumb is 2"per week. Normally with drip irrigation you can measure this by placing a small cup or jar in the area being watered and seeing how long it takes to fill it to 2 inches, usually 20-30 minutes. Overhead sprinklers would likely take much longer as the water is not going directly into the soil.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 12, 2015
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    I would start with a soil test.
    You can contact your local county extension office for help with this.
    This will help you determine if the salt is building up in the soil.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/softened-water-and-plants.htm

    The use of a rain barrel is a good option for watering.

    Here is a link for you.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/watering/collecting-rainwater.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 17, 2015
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    This article will help. Though it's aimed at vegetables, it really covers ALL plants and would apply to your situation as well: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/water-plants-vegetable-garden.htm

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