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Plant Irrigation

SuperUser Account — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 02:12:45 GMT

Probably the most common question I am asked is “How often should I water.” Because I am very educated and experienced in horticulture, I always have the correct answer. “I don’t know.” There are too many factors to consider and correct irrigation can only be determined by observation.

Irrigation Is Key To A Successful Garden

SuperUser Account — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 07:13:28 GMT

Irrigation is so often excessive because the problems it causes are not as apparent as desiccation that may occur if irrigation is insufficient. For example, clients may not see shallow roots or decay below the surface of the soil, but cannot miss a brown lawn.

Proper Irrigation In the Garden

SuperUser Account — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 07:12:27 GMT

Unfortunately, the various species within most landscapes require specific but different duration and frequency of either drip or sprinkler irrigation. Lawns and most annuals only extend roots into the upper few inches of soil.