Perhaps you’ve noticed that the weather is a tad hot and dry for
much of the United States this summer. Lack of rain and record
high temperatures have decimated crops, and backyard and
container gardens may be feeling the stress, too. But gardening
in a drought is possible. There are a few ways to keep precious
produce from completely frying before the season concludes. 1.
Water in the a.m.: There’s not as much direct sun in the
morning, so less water will evaporate. 2. Give the following
plants the highest priority: Some communities face water
restrictions during a drought. If you live in such a community,
give these plants water first: - Newly planted trees, shrubs and
perennials - Newly seeded lawns or repaired lawn areas (keep in
mind some grass varieties don’t need as much water. Check out
what’s native in your area.) - Plants on sandy soils or windy
and exposed sites - Vegetables when flowering 3. Invest in a
soaker hose: Soaker hoses drip out water – a much better choice
than those ridiculous sprinkler