If you are watering really dry garden plants, apply water to the root zone of each plant and come back 15 to 30 minutes later and water again. Gardening tips for watering vegetables and plants in ...

However, watering plants correctly can be a challenging task. Too little water leads to dehydration and nutrient deficiency, while excessive watering can cause root rot and fungal diseases.

Watering, the most time-consuming garden chore, seems pretty simple, but doing it in the best interests of your plants requires forethought. By Karel Holloway|Special Contributor Jul. 19, 2016 ...