Seems a lot of folks have trouble keeping their container plants from drying out, and a few have solutions that really work. Today's keynote discussion centres on this topic, as posted by roxanna:
any really smart suggestions on how to keep planted decorative pots watered so my plants don't gasp for relief in the heat of summer? i don't mind watering as a rule, but once it gets truly hot and humid, i tend to retreat indoors and leave the poor plants to Mother Nature.
especially would like ideas for plants that would be good in large urns which are in the baking atmosphere of a west-facing patio behind the house, so the house wall acts as a heat reflector in addition to the ambient temps.
And the answers have come from all corners, with suggestions ranging from re-purposing levis to using commercial products. See all the ideas here: Preventing Container Gardens from Drying Out
That is a pretty nice looking garden there!! :)
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