During the hot weather some areas will be restricted by hosepipe bans. Whether one is or isn’t here are some key tips to help gardens and plants.
Advice for gardeners on which plants to save
New plants should be prioritised over those which are more established, says senior horticultural adviser at the Royal Horticultural Society, Nikki Barker.
National Allotment Society president, Phil Gomersall, said he doesn’t water plants unless “absolutely necessary”.
“I might sound a bit old school, but I water the young plants for the first two to three weeks, then I let them fend for themselves. They can wilt during the day, but they are back again by nighttime, and it encourages root growth.”
Tips for gardeners
• Prioritise younger over more established plants – create a timeline and work backwards
• Anything planted at least three years ago should have deep enough roots to recover
• Don’t waste water on lawns – grass is “resilient” and will grow back
• Do not use grey water if it contains bleach or disinfectant
• Try re-using “grey water” from the bath or washing up on hanging baskets and ornamental plants – but not edible plants, fruit, or vegetables
Please pass this on to others to help save water.
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