Sweltering summer temperatures seem to have hit earlier this year than ever before, and as a beginner gardener, I was horrified to see my new collection of container plants withering in the hot sun. I ...

A SIMPLE “bottoms up” watering hack helps plants to thrive while you’re away on holiday. These DIY gardening tips ensure you don’t return to a load of wilted or dead foliage. Fortunately, many ...

Want to make the best irrigation system for vegetable gardens? Learn how to make a cheap drip irrigation system that works for homes and small farm gardens. One of the most important aspects of ...

Irrigation systems use a network of pipes to carry water around the garden and deliver it to the plants through one of three methods. Drip irrigation is one of the main types, and it is very easy to ...

Landscape planting in summer has always been risky. Newly-installed plants need frequent, sometimes daily watering until they get established. Even regular rainfall won’t penetrate more than a few ...

June 19, 2010 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google We've shown you one way to implement a drip irrigation system, but for a little less money and a bit of ingenuity, ...

In flood-prone southern Louisiana, the problem with water is usually that there’s too much of it. But during dry periods, weeks can go by without a good rain. This spring brought a lengthy dry spell ...

When outdoor watering comes to mind, we think of a hose with a sprinkler attachment on the end, or better yet, a fancy built-in sprinkler system. We think of being able to flood our lawn and garden ...

Irrigation is a must in our climate. Even if your garden has all native plants, they will need supplemental irrigation for at least their first two summers before they become established. In addition, ...

In this article, we will delve into some of the best drip irrigation systems perfect for your garden. What is a Drip Irrigation System? Scientists have estimated that rising global temperatures can ...