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About WateringMore than 90% of a plant's weight is water, so it is vital to replenish what's lost or used each day. Regular watering is the most important way to maintain healthy plants, particularly under hot summer sun or climates. For best results: |
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Are there general watering guidelines I can follow for my flower bed of both perennials and annuals?In hot, dry weather, you might need to water two or three times a week until plants settle in. Then, once a week usually suffices—unless nature provides. |
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How much and how often should I water my impatiens? The leaves and flowers are wilting badly.About the only requirement impatiens have is moist soil, so if you let the soil dry out between waterings, that may be part of the problem. Try pinching off the wilted leaves and keep your impatiens well-watered (sometimes once a day if the weather's hot). Once they're growing well again, feed every 2-3 weeks with a half-strength liquid fertilizer. |
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How much and how often should I water my plants?Certain plants require more water than others. As a general rule for indoor plants, it is best to water when the soil in the root zone is just barely moist. When you touch the soil, it should feel cool and moist, but should not dampen your finger. Most soils are crumbly at this stage, but not dusty. Outdoor plants may require more water depending on temperatures and the amount of rain that you are receiving. For more information on the watering needs of individual plants, you may want to contact your Agricultural Extension Agent. |
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How often should I water?Plants need water—at least 1 inch per plant—every week to thrive. If it rains, there's no problem, but if it's dry, the gardener needs to step in and make up for a "shortfall." |
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Is there a best time of day to water?From 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. is best, but if that isn't possible, then afternoon waterings are okay. Lawn diseases are more apt to become a problem if you water when sun is absent, so avoid evening waterings. Contrary to the belief of many, daytime watering will not burn the grass—n fact, it actually cools it. |
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Watering AnnualsThe amount of water a garden needs depends upon climate and weather conditions. Where summer rains are frequent, the garden may need irrigation only during an occasional dry spell. In parts of the arid West and Southwest, watering is one of the gardener's biggest chores. |
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Watering BulbsWhen the plants are a few inches tall, begin watering to keep them evenly moist throughout the growing and blooming period. Bulb roots grow deep; watering should be thorough, not just a surface sprinkling. The amount of water, of course, depends on the amount of rainfall. |
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