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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 8, 2018
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    Copper makes a fabulous medium to work with, due to its rust resistance and the patina it develops. Avoid copper if you want to raise fish. Copper containers and copper fountain units leach copper into the water, which can reach levels toxic to fish.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 9, 2018
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    Yes, a window box can be irrigated by a drip system, though it is not advisable to have a container without drainage.

    Rain water is the most likely issue. If rain water can't drain freely from the container, root rot can kill plants quite quickly.
    Here are some links to help you.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/growing-plants-in-plastic-pots.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers

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    drtreelove on
    July 20, 2018
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    It's possible that the plants will suffer from too much water. I don't water my potted plants as long as there is water in the saucer. It's a good indicator, but not enough. Check the soil for moisture content with your fingers digging down a little, or with a soil moisture meter.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm

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  • Answered by
    drtreelove on
    October 2, 2018
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    From your description I suspect "fungus gnats".
    Here is an excellent article with several suggestions for control. You can determine what methods suit your situation and what materials are available in your area.

    https://www.smallfootprintfamily.com/how-to-control-fungus-gnats-organically

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 29, 2018
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    The watering needed for plants depends on the type of plant, the soil and weather.

    If you have more specifics we can try to help further.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 23, 2019
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    Those are designed to filter out almost all chemicals. This will be fine as long as your fertilizer contains micronutrients like chlorine (which plants use just a tiny bit) but only a small amount is needed. So as long as you fertilize with a good quality food, then this will be very beneficial for the plants.

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    February 10, 2019
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    The type of water system is completely up to you and your local regulations. A simple drip line will suffice, and will cut the need for a trench as long as your planting spot has been has been prepared properly.

    This collection of articles has just about everything you could need regarding irrigation, and I believe that you will find everything that you need here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/watering

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