Cool Morning Watering Saves Your Plants

When the heatwave hits, your garden plants need smart care to survive. Water early in the morning at the roots—not the leaves—to avoid scorching, and steer clear of midday watering. Evening watering is fine, but it may invite pests. Horticulturalist Sue Pomeroy warns beginners to avoid common mistakes like ignoring how fast pots dry out or letting soil crack. A clever trick? Use pea gravel around container plants to anchor roots, cool soil, and shield from sun and wind. And watch for greenfly—warmer weather means rapid infestations. A simple dish soap spray (spray in the evening) can handle them. Morning water, gravel collars, and pest vigilance = thriving plants through the heat. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bf798b84670bd2c2