Kevin, just wanted to say that you guys have inspired me to start over 150 seeds this year! I did maybe 25-30 last year. Love the videos and the information you provide.
You sound like me. I have so many starts and so many varieties of things that I am well aware that things are just going to fail as well. Either way whatever works is going to be... wait for it... epic.
@@brandon8900 yes!!! I can assure you I dont need 24 cabbages, but I have them started. They love it in the cool garage as well I think. The same amount of bok choy however. Yeah I'll be ok with that.
@@brandon8900 it all depends. It was warm today here in PA but we are just coming off of frosts so it can fluctuate anywhere probably from lower 40s to 60s
Also of note, keep the weather in mind. If you live in a dry area you'll likely have to water on a regular schedule, but if it rains often in your area then you run the risk of over-watering if you don't account for it.
Same ❤ just harvested 3 lbs of potatoes from 6 potatoes in 3 5 gallon buckets. Can't believe it 🎉 I'm glad he said cucumbers are always wilting, because mine are growing the cucumbers... but the leaves look sad. That's why I'm here. Am I over or under watering? Do they need food? Is it the darn heat?!? 😂😂😂 Just counting this as my learning year, and snacking.
I'm glad to hear you say "gardener's intuition." I've only really been growing anything for the past few years. Although, I've been thinking about it for a number of years that borders on ridiculous. A lot of what I find myself doing has felt like instinct. So, thanks for confirming that I'm not kidding myself! 😅
We have clay-heavy soil, so we don’t even have a choice in the matter. If you don’t water-wait-water, all that precious water will not go into the ground but run off to who knows where. And since climate change brought us actual droughts that’s just a no-no.
I recently purchased a copper watering can from a local antique shop. Doing my best to upcycle as much as possible. Love all these watering tips !! Thank you ! 🌎🌱😄♻️💛
There's an earlier video on this channel which helped me a lot with encouraging me to get my hands in the soil and feel it. Made a big difference with my herbs.
Great information Kevin. Watering seems to be art, science and experience combined. I'm a container and food scape gardener in Zone 8a Central Arkansas. I find the daily walk-about in the garden helps me connect to my gardens needs. My philosophy is regular tending to your garden whether you do anything else or not. Happy Gardening.
Thank you so much for all these tips!! Epic Gardening has helped me so much and gotten me started on my gardening journey. Could we get a video on Marigold and/or Calendula?
We just built our first raised bed and it’s a huge one (4’x16’x2’) and we are putting a core of old spent hay in our bed to help with watering this year. I’ve only done indoor gardening so I’m excited to give this a go!
legit perfect timing for this video for me. Ive just noticed all my seedlings wilting. Im in australia, and just got into gardening. Thanks for your knowledge sharing and tips.
Hearing you say that you've killed a million seedlings weirdly made me feel ready to start mine. I was recently told that I shouldn't be embarrassed by my black thumb because practice made perfect. I should have trusted them! I figured people were just born with this weird third sense that I cannot tap into.
Jessica Locklear I think there is an affinity with gardening that some people have naturally, but I also think if you want to do something keep doing it with love and affection and never give up.
@@LaSorciereFeuillue I totally hear that and think you are 100% correct. I know that I've felt bad for the plants that were in my care before, but I think I need to get over that and think of them more like gigapets. They'll die. Lol
I honestly don't mind watering on the leaves, because if you think about it in nature a plant has leaves not just for capturing the sunlight, but the structure of a leaf is in a way that allows water to drip down to the drip zone, where the roots are of a plant. I still hit the roots for sure, but getting the leaves wet mimics what happens in nature and allows water to drip down from the leaves right where the plant actually needs it (after all it grew that way for a reason) we dont know where the roots are, but the plant does!
In my experience I’ve learned to water anywhere from 5%-10% container size every time I water. Keeps from over watering and run off. I usually keep closer to 5% unless it’s starting to get really hot out or if the plants are starting to out grow the container and have big thirsty roots.
Not sure if it was mentioned. The best water is harvested rain water. If you must use tap water, leave it in barel few days to vaporize all chlorine. The water from deep well is not perfect too because of salts and low temperature which some plants dont like.
Most cities now use chloramines instead of chlorine. Unfortunately it's way more stable (which is why they use it - it remains in the water all through the distribution system) and doesn't off gas quickly like straight-up chlorine does.
I went to walmart, cause my hose was leaking all over not just one pinhole but dozens, way to far, but it was ancient, my grandma bought it decades ago and it sat years before i started using it. I can tell you without a doubt, at least for me, since i use containers and don't really use the hose that often, except when i'm out of rainwater. I bought one of those "retractable" hoses, and i have never been more satisfied in my life. Like i said i don't use the hose that much, cause all hail the watering bucket, retractable hoses are fun, they just are, give them a shot if you don't need a giant hose.
I use a watering can during the time of potential freeze. During the warm months I run a hose from my kitchen sink, out the window, and to the garden. I rent my house and dont have an outdoor faucet so I do what I need to haha
Can you do a video about watering indoor seedlings? Whether to fertilize lightly with every watering, or to alternate plain water with fertilizing water (eg fish emulsion mix)? That kind of thing. You have a lot of videos and articles about starting seeds, but how about some love for keeping them alive and growing them strong indoors? Many thanks!
I water before work! It’s calming to be out watering my seedlings and new plants during spring in my Epic Gardening Birdie’s bed, knowing I don’t have to break my disabled back to enjoy growing things. Wish I could get another Birdie bed, because they TROUNCE the competition beds, while the beds let them drain even in my marine coastal environment! 🌱 🪴 🍅 🫑 🥬
Hey Kevin, I think you forgot to mention the PPM and pH of the tap water vs rain water. Could you go over a video explaining this as well? I think it's important to know because I'm in San Diego too and pH is 8.0 out of the tap and goes up to 8.8 after chlorine gasoff. Thanks!
In my experience, overhead watering of roses is a sure fire way to getting black spot and powdery mildew. It really isn't a good idea to get the leaves wet, or allow water to splash from the soil onto the leaves. My favorite way to water is with a soaker hose fastened down with landscape staples under the mulch. Turn it on for however long, shut it off, easy peasy.
Kevin..,Dude if u pumped out 10 a day id watch every single one that evening even when you tell me something you’ve already taught me video before, you always make the FULL episode informative and very valuable informatively for me and my family, thanks epic gardening❤️💪🏽
I just got the Dramm Touch‘N Flow Revolver Spray Gun (and quite a few other goodies!) from your shop, and now I'm eyeing that Dramm 30" Select Rain Wand! I also really want to get some ollas (: I'd love for you to make an epic version of that watering can with the modifications you mentioned wanting!
Also some plants you shouldn't water too late in the day because they might catch diseases that way when the low temperature hits. I've learned it this summer and turns out I've been hurting strawberries for years
"How do you know when a plant actually needs water." I like Indicator plants my fav. being Brunnera. When it looks like it needs water that tells me that all the other plants I have need water. Since Brunnera isn't a native of North America I wouldn't mind a native alternative. Do you have a suggestion?
I have a slightly novel use for my watering can. Whenever i do a water change on my aquariums, i do it straight into a watering can. Don't let that fishy fertilizer go to waste!
I have a gardening question, Last year was the worst gardening year I've ever had: all of my crops in all of my extensive raised beds were damaged by pests and fungus and powdery mildews and all those nasty diseases. Is it safe to grow again in these raised beds this year? If not, what do I do?
Before you had you water storage, did you use filters for city water? What is the best thing to do for my garden water if rain water storage isnt an option yet?
I have had such a hard time finding a smaller watering can for my indoor plants that isn't that one spout, which is too harsh for young plants. I did find one with a rainfall type spout.....and it leaks out the bottom of the spout. You'd think nice little watering cans for indoor use would be easier to find given how popular indoor plants have been lately, but nope.
This is a dumb question but, how can you tell if the soil is wet? They always say to check by sticking a finger in there. For some reason though, I feel like my fingers cannot tell the difference between wet and dry soil unless the soil is, like, BONE dry and blowing in the wind.
When Kevin is demonstrating how to check for humidity (sticking the finger into the soil of the Yerba Buena pot), just the tip of his finger came out with some dirt. That is because humidity was that deep but no humidity on the upper layers.
Almost all plants uptake 90% of water from their roots including vines, so you should water the roots. Keeping leaves too wet can often lead to fungal infections like downy mildew. Hope it helps!
Some I don’t water my plants, because I saw the weather, there is rain in the forecast the next couple days and I turned off my automatic water system. And I ended up regretting it. Because it did not rain. But I don’t want a very high water bill
It is still a bit vague to my why it is so bad to get the leaves wet when you are watering the plants. When it rains then all leaves get wet anyway. Shouldn't that be bad also? Please do explain that, Kevin. Thanks.
or like me with the watering of seedlings .. i tend to "love" them to death .. definitely over water, then i let them dry out too much .. uggggh .. trying to get the sprouting and then caring for the seedlings alone is going to be the hardest i am learning
many people forget, YOU SHOULDNT WATER PLANTS LEAVES WHEN ITS HOT, they assume its raining and open their pores losing even more water. Edit: Its because of cells called stomata, they absorb water, expand and open the pore.
In many cities, yes, especially if you can smell the chlorates straight from the tap. Chlorine destroys organic matter. Older plants are less susceptible, but I always dechlorinate for seed starting. I saw a significant increase in germination rates and reduction in damping off once I started doing it
I'd like to drip irrigate my container garden, but I live in a 2nd floor apartment with no water sources, other than my watering can... Are there any drip irrigation systems for my situation?
Does anyone have a tip for potted plants that start to solidify on top? (Also what causes this?) it happens to indoor and outdoor,mulched or not. For instance when I water one plant, it sits on top for much longer than the other pots, and when it finds it ways down one hole, all the water “drains” through that hole and reaches the bottom before it reaches the other half of the pot. I can feel in the smaller containers one half might still be dry. I have to physically tip pots at times or even poke my own holes in a circle around the plant. Raking the surface seems only a. temporary fix. Any tips to make this easier for myself?
I don't know for sure, but it sounds like you have a heavily peat mix. Peat can be hard to rehydrate once it fully dries so I'd encourage you to either try bottom watering and letting it soak in a dish for a while to give it more time, or water more frequently so the soil doesn't dry out as much. Good luck!
Some soils become hydrophobic if they dry out completely, and getting them to absorb water again is frustrating. I've found success with putting the whole pot in a container of water about half-way up for 15 minutes or so, then taking it out and letting it drain so the roots aren't sitting in water too long. You'll then need to water frequently in small amounts from the top for a while until the soil there starts wicking again. It can take a few days. It's not a bad idea to restart the soil life by adding a little dirt from a healthy garden bed or container.
My watering can is a dripper.. not in a good way. I have a use for 25 foot hoses.. as leaders for soaker hoses. feel free to send me any you don't want. I like them better than the drip irrigation systems for setting up and moving them.. less time bent over. ok.. I'm having wand jealousy.. I don't have one of those yet but I have a nozzle that does the shower thing. This year, I have a bunch of grow bags and I'm watering both the plants and the outside of the bags so they last a bit longer before the dirt turns to dust.
On buying a hose, don't go cheap. To know which brand go to your favorite nursery, do not buy off the shelf, but check the hose they are using in their own facility. Buy that brand!
Kevin, just wanted to say that you guys have inspired me to start over 150 seeds this year! I did maybe 25-30 last year. Love the videos and the information you provide.
You sound like me. I have so many starts and so many varieties of things that I am well aware that things are just going to fail as well. Either way whatever works is going to be... wait for it... epic.
@@wormulous some will fail and some will succeed, that's why you should always plant more than you need!
@@brandon8900 yes!!! I can assure you I dont need 24 cabbages, but I have them started. They love it in the cool garage as well I think. The same amount of bok choy however. Yeah I'll be ok with that.
@@wormulous what temperature is your garage? I still have possible frost until late may lol
@@brandon8900 it all depends. It was warm today here in PA but we are just coming off of frosts so it can fluctuate anywhere probably from lower 40s to 60s
Also of note, keep the weather in mind. If you live in a dry area you'll likely have to water on a regular schedule, but if it rains often in your area then you run the risk of over-watering if you don't account for it.
I water right after a light rain, especially if it's been hot and dry. It saves water.
Very important advice because as much as people stress "do not overwater" I live in a desert so if I dont overwater then my plants die
@@noahmcdarby5417 Remember to top your beds with mulch. It keeps the sun from burning the soil.
@@noahmcdarby5417Zone 10a here and we get so much sun and heat that watering is required every single day.
I’m starting my first garden this year. I love this channel.
Welcome. Good luck 🌱🫛🍅🥬
Nice! Do you know what you're going to plant so far?
Same ❤ just harvested 3 lbs of potatoes from 6 potatoes in 3 5 gallon buckets. Can't believe it 🎉 I'm glad he said cucumbers are always wilting, because mine are growing the cucumbers... but the leaves look sad. That's why I'm here. Am I over or under watering? Do they need food? Is it the darn heat?!? 😂😂😂 Just counting this as my learning year, and snacking.
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Pro tip: only use Brawndo - it's what the plants crave
It haz Electrolytes!!!!
@@HajiDumas hahahaha I hate yall
@@HajiDumas yeah why is he telling to use water?? Like from the toilet??
He's smart.
Thx foolish mortal goku
I'm glad to hear you say "gardener's intuition." I've only really been growing anything for the past few years. Although, I've been thinking about it for a number of years that borders on ridiculous. A lot of what I find myself doing has felt like instinct. So, thanks for confirming that I'm not kidding myself! 😅
Pumping the videos Out!! NICE
I always do the water wait water, first garden this year but after checking the soil and seeing how dry it was it made sense to let it soak in a bit.
I am a drip hose fan. Swivel it around the garden bed.
We have clay-heavy soil, so we don’t even have a choice in the matter. If you don’t water-wait-water, all that precious water will not go into the ground but run off to who knows where. And since climate change brought us actual droughts that’s just a no-no.
I recently purchased a copper watering can from a local antique shop. Doing my best to upcycle as much as possible. Love all these watering tips !! Thank you ! 🌎🌱😄♻️💛
Man that water flow looks soo good, super satisfying 😊
There's an earlier video on this channel which helped me a lot with encouraging me to get my hands in the soil and feel it. Made a big difference with my herbs.
Great information Kevin. Watering seems to be art, science and experience combined. I'm a container and food scape gardener in Zone 8a Central Arkansas. I find the daily walk-about in the garden helps me connect to my gardens needs. My philosophy is regular tending to your garden whether you do anything else or not. Happy Gardening.
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Thanks Kevin! You are inspirational when it comes to gardening. I love it!
I definiterly need a retractible hose! That sounds awesome!
Thank you so much for all these tips!! Epic Gardening has helped me so much and gotten me started on my gardening journey. Could we get a video on Marigold and/or Calendula?
Hey Kevin. I have a watering can like yours and find it easier to turn it around and water my seedling trays from the back instead of the spout.
This video was spot on. I never know if I'm watering enough. Great tips!
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We just built our first raised bed and it’s a huge one (4’x16’x2’) and we are putting a core of old spent hay in our bed to help with watering this year. I’ve only done indoor gardening so I’m excited to give this a go!
legit perfect timing for this video for me. Ive just noticed all my seedlings wilting. Im in australia, and just got into gardening. Thanks for your knowledge sharing and tips.
Hearing you say that you've killed a million seedlings weirdly made me feel ready to start mine. I was recently told that I shouldn't be embarrassed by my black thumb because practice made perfect. I should have trusted them! I figured people were just born with this weird third sense that I cannot tap into.
Jessica Locklear I think there is an affinity with gardening that some people have naturally, but I also think if you want to do something keep doing it with love and affection and never give up.
@@LaSorciereFeuillue I totally hear that and think you are 100% correct. I know that I've felt bad for the plants that were in my care before, but I think I need to get over that and think of them more like gigapets. They'll die. Lol
Dhiren, it was very nice to hear from you, I also have a small garden and I have full hope that you will do it and
Yerba Buena 🌱
I also write my herbs and veggies in Spanish. 💛
Very informative video. Thanks. 🙃👍👍
I honestly don't mind watering on the leaves, because if you think about it in nature a plant has leaves not just for capturing the sunlight, but the structure of a leaf is in a way that allows water to drip down to the drip zone, where the roots are of a plant. I still hit the roots for sure, but getting the leaves wet mimics what happens in nature and allows water to drip down from the leaves right where the plant actually needs it (after all it grew that way for a reason) we dont know where the roots are, but the plant does!
I am the same. I wet the leaves as well. I only garden in large black pots that need watering every second day.
In nature plants don't get rained on when the sun is out
@@tabula_rosa The sun can be out and it rain at the same time. It happens frequently where I live.
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@@zakiya1635But it’s not the general case for everywhere. That’s why it’s important to grow based on the climate.
Lets, get into it.
In my experience I’ve learned to water anywhere from 5%-10% container size every time I water. Keeps from over watering and run off. I usually keep closer to 5% unless it’s starting to get really hot out or if the plants are starting to out grow the container and have big thirsty roots.
Not sure if it was mentioned. The best water is harvested rain water. If you must use tap water, leave it in barel few days to vaporize all chlorine. The water from deep well is not perfect too because of salts and low temperature which some plants dont like.
Most cities now use chloramines instead of chlorine. Unfortunately it's way more stable (which is why they use it - it remains in the water all through the distribution system) and doesn't off gas quickly like straight-up chlorine does.
Hey Kevin, thanks for all your help!
I was wondering if you use filtered water. Thanks in advance.
if you overwater, buy a moister prob that makes a huge difference.
I went to walmart, cause my hose was leaking all over not just one pinhole but dozens, way to far, but it was ancient, my grandma bought it decades ago and it sat years before i started using it.
I can tell you without a doubt, at least for me, since i use containers and don't really use the hose that often, except when i'm out of rainwater.
I bought one of those "retractable" hoses, and i have never been more satisfied in my life.
Like i said i don't use the hose that much, cause all hail the watering bucket, retractable hoses are fun, they just are, give them a shot if you don't need a giant hose.
Exactly what I needed to see. I just started my garden and I am most afraid to over or under water.😬
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I use a watering can during the time of potential freeze. During the warm months I run a hose from my kitchen sink, out the window, and to the garden. I rent my house and dont have an outdoor faucet so I do what I need to haha
Can you do a video about watering indoor seedlings? Whether to fertilize lightly with every watering, or to alternate plain water with fertilizing water (eg fish emulsion mix)? That kind of thing. You have a lot of videos and articles about starting seeds, but how about some love for keeping them alive and growing them strong indoors? Many thanks!
In my opinion the plants that are a good size should have a drip irrigation especially in the summer
OK when did you make this video? Up here in North County my garden is drowning from the non stop rain and I can't believe I'm watching you water
I’d love to see a breakdown on water ph and soil balance relations to output on key plants.
We use self watering, wicking and buried terracotta systems. Very very hot and often dry area.
Great video as always mate. Much ❤❤❤
I water before work! It’s calming to be out watering my seedlings and new plants during spring in my Epic Gardening Birdie’s bed, knowing I don’t have to break my disabled back to enjoy growing things. Wish I could get another Birdie bed, because they TROUNCE the competition beds, while the beds let them drain even in my marine coastal environment! 🌱 🪴 🍅 🫑 🥬
With the amount of rain, we've been getting I let mother nature take care of it for me! 😂
Spiritual watering must be DAILY 😍🤩😍
Really like the flower trellis
Live in an apt without hookup outside so i fill up can inside. When I'm tired of back & forth I found a hose that attaches to the facet inside.
Very awesome video. Thankx a lot!
Hey Kevin, I think you forgot to mention the PPM and pH of the tap water vs rain water. Could you go over a video explaining this as well? I think it's important to know because I'm in San Diego too and pH is 8.0 out of the tap and goes up to 8.8 after chlorine gasoff. Thanks!
Thanks for mentioning that. I'm new to gardening. I live in the northeast and never would have thought of that. I'll have to check that out here.
In my experience, overhead watering of roses is a sure fire way to getting black spot and powdery mildew. It really isn't a good idea to get the leaves wet, or allow water to splash from the soil onto the leaves. My favorite way to water is with a soaker hose fastened down with landscape staples under the mulch. Turn it on for however long, shut it off, easy peasy.
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Kevin..,Dude if u pumped out 10 a day id watch every single one that evening even when you tell me something you’ve already taught me video before, you always make the FULL episode informative and very valuable informatively for me and my family, thanks epic gardening❤️💪🏽
The struggle is real with consistently water for me😮😊
I just got the Dramm Touch‘N Flow Revolver Spray Gun (and quite a few other goodies!) from your shop, and now I'm eyeing that Dramm 30" Select Rain Wand! I also really want to get some ollas (: I'd love for you to make an epic version of that watering can with the modifications you mentioned wanting!
Perfecto!
Also don't water in the middle of day. Ideal watering is before sunset so the water has time to fully saturate the soil over night.
Also some plants you shouldn't water too late in the day because they might catch diseases that way when the low temperature hits. I've learned it this summer and turns out I've been hurting strawberries for years
best way t owater containers is get used to weight of your soil when dry works every time to perfection
"How do you know when a plant actually needs water."
I like Indicator plants my fav. being Brunnera.
When it looks like it needs water that tells me that all the other plants I have need water.
Since Brunnera isn't a native of North America I wouldn't mind a native alternative.
Do you have a suggestion?
I have a slightly novel use for my watering can. Whenever i do a water change on my aquariums, i do it straight into a watering can. Don't let that fishy fertilizer go to waste!
I have a 9,000 gallon fish pond in my yard. I regularly use pond water on my gardens. I agree, don't waste the fish fertilizer.
Are there any watering techniques for an apartment environment, other than the watering can method?
What kind of watering wand is that? It's really nice!
Where can I find that rose breaker nozzle with the fine spray, you'd mentioned?
I have a gardening question, Last year was the worst gardening year I've ever had: all of my crops in all of my extensive raised beds were damaged by pests and fungus and powdery mildews and all those nasty diseases. Is it safe to grow again in these raised beds this year? If not, what do I do?
Before you had you water storage, did you use filters for city water? What is the best thing to do for my garden water if rain water storage isnt an option yet?
Kevin your advice has me by the throat. My garden is my life I’m losing hair over this growing season. What is happening 😅😅
I have had such a hard time finding a smaller watering can for my indoor plants that isn't that one spout, which is too harsh for young plants. I did find one with a rainfall type spout.....and it leaks out the bottom of the spout. You'd think nice little watering cans for indoor use would be easier to find given how popular indoor plants have been lately, but nope.
Ooh when you hit those young tomatoes with water at the end I almost unliked it… no way I do that in 6a - blight ensues /immediately/
What connector are you using on the hose at the 2:31 mark? That looks really convenient.
Great info 😊
I have a Hoselink also. What brand is that long sprayer that you were using?
Just buy one from walmart whatever he uses is like 3x as exspensive
This is a dumb question but, how can you tell if the soil is wet? They always say to check by sticking a finger in there. For some reason though, I feel like my fingers cannot tell the difference between wet and dry soil unless the soil is, like, BONE dry and blowing in the wind.
When Kevin is demonstrating how to check for humidity (sticking the finger into the soil of the Yerba Buena pot), just the tip of his finger came out with some dirt. That is because humidity was that deep but no humidity on the upper layers.
my climate waters my plants :P only water when transplant or just sown
Do you feel it's important to water branches/leaves such as on vines? Or is it best and most efficient just to water near the roots?
Almost all plants uptake 90% of water from their roots including vines, so you should water the roots. Keeping leaves too wet can often lead to fungal infections like downy mildew. Hope it helps!
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Very nice
Some I don’t water my plants, because I saw the weather, there is rain in the forecast the next couple days and I turned off my automatic water system. And I ended up regretting it. Because it did not rain. But I don’t want a very high water bill
Are those papaver somniferum in the beginning of the video?
It is still a bit vague to my why it is so bad to get the leaves wet when you are watering the plants. When it rains then all leaves get wet anyway. Shouldn't that be bad also? Please do explain that, Kevin. Thanks.
Watering the leaves too much can cause fungus and downy mildew to take over
I find watering very enjoyable
what liquid Fert brand do your recommend?
Saving money on groceries is great, but what about your water bill? 😅 Does it replace the grocery prices?
or like me with the watering of seedlings .. i tend to "love" them to death .. definitely over water, then i let them dry out too much .. uggggh .. trying to get the sprouting and then caring for the seedlings alone is going to be the hardest i am learning
early !! i love gardening videos
many people forget, YOU SHOULDNT WATER PLANTS LEAVES WHEN ITS HOT, they assume its raining and open their pores losing even more water.
Edit: Its because of cells called stomata, they absorb water, expand and open the pore.
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💯 recommend a bosmere haws 24’’ brass watering lance! It is well worth the money! Trust me!
Where did you get your watering can?
Question, If you are on city water is it really necessary to let the chlorine evaporate before watering your plants with it?
In many cities, yes, especially if you can smell the chlorates straight from the tap. Chlorine destroys organic matter. Older plants are less susceptible, but I always dechlorinate for seed starting. I saw a significant increase in germination rates and reduction in damping off once I started doing it
I'd like to drip irrigate my container garden, but I live in a 2nd floor apartment with no water sources, other than my watering can... Are there any drip irrigation systems for my situation?
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You are awesome. Been watching for years. I wish you would not say 'fert'
Does anyone have a tip for potted plants that start to solidify on top? (Also what causes this?) it happens to indoor and outdoor,mulched or not. For instance when I water one plant, it sits on top for much longer than the other pots, and when it finds it ways down one hole, all the water “drains” through that hole and reaches the bottom before it reaches the other half of the pot. I can feel in the smaller containers one half might still be dry. I have to physically tip pots at times or even poke my own holes in a circle around the plant. Raking the surface seems only a. temporary fix.
Any tips to make this easier for myself?
I don't know for sure, but it sounds like you have a heavily peat mix. Peat can be hard to rehydrate once it fully dries so I'd encourage you to either try bottom watering and letting it soak in a dish for a while to give it more time, or water more frequently so the soil doesn't dry out as much. Good luck!
@@madammazon2942 Ty Ty. I tend to wait till my plants all droop before I water them. Bad habits die hard they say.
Some soils become hydrophobic if they dry out completely, and getting them to absorb water again is frustrating. I've found success with putting the whole pot in a container of water about half-way up for 15 minutes or so, then taking it out and letting it drain so the roots aren't sitting in water too long. You'll then need to water frequently in small amounts from the top for a while until the soil there starts wicking again. It can take a few days. It's not a bad idea to restart the soil life by adding a little dirt from a healthy garden bed or container.
Only you could make watering things sound so enjoyable lmfao
Can you do a video for mouse melon
I made a pvc drip system but I still water with a mist hose
My watering can is a dripper.. not in a good way.
I have a use for 25 foot hoses.. as leaders for soaker hoses. feel free to send me any you don't want.
I like them better than the drip irrigation systems for setting up and moving them.. less time bent over.
ok.. I'm having wand jealousy.. I don't have one of those yet but I have a nozzle that does the shower thing.
This year, I have a bunch of grow bags and I'm watering both the plants and the outside of the bags so they last a bit longer before the dirt turns to dust.
Most of my dragon fruit rotted with all the rain and cold weather we have been having.
Can someone pray tell me what the name of the watering attachment Kevin demonstrated at 3:15? I need a link, pronto!
Creek water works best.
I dont live near a creek, but i live near a canal, and i personally think i shouldn't water my plants(i dont have plants) with that water
On buying a hose, don't go cheap. To know which brand go to your favorite nursery, do not buy off the shelf, but check the hose they are using in their own facility. Buy that brand!
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This is a great way to water......If it were like 1952. 😆
How to water strawberries plants so the snails dont eat my strawberry?
Don't hit your plants, Kevin!
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Man you talking about going in and checking wetness… 😅😂
Watering 💦will make or break you.
“I’d hit that”
-Kevin, 2023
“Stick (your finger) in and see how wet it gets”