Raised garden beds are the perfect way to grow vegetables and flowers in a compact area. However, due to their nature, raised beds will require you to create a good watering system, so that your plants can have the inch of water that they desire on a weekly basis. With this in mind, here are a few irrigation tips and products to help your raised garden beds thrive.
Watering Tips For Raised Garden Beds
Determining the best way to water your raised garden beds starts with an understanding of the soil. A clay-based soil will hold more water, which means that you might not need to water your garden as frequently. On the other hand, a sandy soil will have bigger particles that will let water pass through quickly. No matter which type of soil you have, you should use a rain gauge to help you keep track of the amount of rain that has fallen, either naturally or from an irrigation system.
If your raised garden bed doesn’t receive enough natural rainwater, then you can try implementing the following watering tips.
Use a drip irrigation system to effectively water your vegetables and flowers. It is important to note that drip irrigation systems will water your vegetables and flowers directly at the soil level, which will reduce the amount of run-off and ensure that the roots are thoroughly moisturized to promote good growth patterns
Install an automated watering system to ensure that your garden receives the right amount of moisture on a daily basis.
Use a watering wand for the instantaneous and quick delivery of water on particularly hot days.
Leverage the watering power of a soaker hose that can be combined with an irrigation system to slowly emit water at the soil level.
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