Looking after
How to water vegetables
A good soak at the base every few days beats a sprinkle every day. Morning is best, and leaves stay dry.
Water at the base of the plant, not over the leaves.
Give a good soak every few days rather than a little every day.
Water in the morning if you can, and more often in hot, dry spells.
When to do it
It depends on the crop. Tap one for the dates where you live.
PotatoWeekly once flowering, in dry spellsDates for your area
LettuceIn dry spells, to stop boltingDates for your area
SpinachIn dry spells, to stop boltingDates for your area
CeleryOften: it needs constant moistureDates for your area
Runner beanWell once floweringDates for your area
Also part of growing
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