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Sweltering temperatures and blue skies can pose a problem for our backyard plants, causing them to wilt – or worse. Proper watering is fundamental to help them stand up to the heat, but you may be wondering the best way to go about it. For starters, there are some to bear in mind.

Timing and technique are important, to ensure your efforts are rewarded with results. There's also sustainability to think about, especially during hosepipe bans. To get the lowdown, I asked gardening experts for their advice.



Their tips will help you and keep your outdoor space looking luscious rather than limp. all through the year, but during extreme heat, it's particularly crucial. , the owner of Bright Lane Gardens, says, 'In a heatwave, most outdoor plants will need to be watered daily.

' She recommends checking the top one or two inches of soil – if they are dry, it's time to water. 'Water thoroughly to ensure that water can reach all the way down to the plant's roots,' she continues. of Love, Plants underlines this point: 'Deep watering helps the roots grow deeper and makes plants more resilient,' she says.

Anna points out that should be done slowly if the soil is already very dry, otherwise the water can simply flow right out of the bottom. 'Ice cubes can be a helpful way to moisten the top layer of soil slowly, so it can retain more moisture the next time you water,' she adds. , founder of The Inspired Garden, recommends moving planters into the shade, if possible.

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