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Avoid These Common Watering Mistakes In Your Vegetable Garden
27.08.2024 - 17:42 / southernliving.com / Lauren David
Have you ever wondered how often you should water your vegetable garden? Watering may seem straightforward, but there are some important considerations to think about before you get out your watering can or the garden hose. The way you water your plants is essential for them to grow and thrive. “Just like the sun, water is a key component to having a successful veggie garden,” says Nicole Shah, gardener and co-founder of Garden Girls, a garden design company in Houston, Texas.
Various factors influence when and how to water your garden, such as the time of day and how you water can make a big difference. “Proper watering ensures that your plants receive the necessary moisture to support their physiological processes, such as photosynthesis and nutrient absorption…[and] helps your vegetable plants develop strong roots,” says Amy Hovis, principal/owner of Eden Garden Design and owner of Barton Springs Nursery, in Austin, Texas.
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- Nicole Shah is a gardener and the co-founder of Garden Girls, a garden design company in Houston, Texas.
- Amy Hovis is the principal and owner of Eden Garden Design and owner of Barton Springs Nursery in Austin, Texas.
Notice drooping leaves and think the foliage needs a drink? Think again. Spraying the whole plant can lead to problems. “Watering the leaves can promote pests and plant disease,” says Shah.
Instead, water at the plant’s base to ensure it reaches the roots. “Watering at the base encourages a healthy root system, which, once established, allows the plant to concentrate on its foliage or production,” says Hovis. There are a couple of methods to water your vegetable plants. According to Shah, “The best way to get water to the roots of
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