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When to Water Vegetable Garden When to water: There are two times during the growing season when it is critical that your garden receives adequate moisture: When the seeds are germinating and just prior to harvest. Wilting is an indication that your plants aren’t getting enough moisture from the soil. When a plant begins to wilt it needs water immediately. Ensuring your plants receive sufficient amounts of water each week will enable the roots of the plants to grow deep where they can access additional moisture. Deep roots also make for a healthy and sturdy plant that is less likely to be damaged by wind. You can water your vegetable plants at any time. Contrary to common belief, the leaves will not scorch from the sun if you water them in the heat of the day, although you will lose some moisture through evaporation. If time permits, it’s best to water plants is in the morning, as they are already wet from the morning dew. This allows them to dry off as they would naturally, and keeps the time they are wet to a minimum. Some plants are more susceptible to disease if left wet for prolonged periods of time, as could be the case if watered late in the evening.

Contributed by Chuck on August 30, 2008, at 8:43 PM UTC.

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